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The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
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The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
If the alms-giving involves contributions made toward the building of a consecrated assembly hall, a shrine hall, a preaching hall, or a Cetiya, this part will be huge. Part 2: This is the middle par
In Buddhism, the concept of merit manifests through a symbolic castle structure, divided into three parts: the base formed by alms-giving, the middle by observing precepts, and the top by meditation p
The Tale of the Trapped Monks
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The Tale of the Trapped Monks
14 2 Story of Three Groups of Persons A group of seven monks also went to pay homage to the Buddha. On the way, they enquired at a monastery and they were directed to a cave, and there they spent the
This tale narrates the experience of seven monks who spent a night in a cave and were trapped for seven days after a boulder blocked the entrance. They were eventually freed and sought the Buddha's wi
Wat Buddha International Centers Contact Information
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Wat Buddha International Centers Contact Information
Stuttgart. Wat Buddha Stuttgart Im Meissel Str.6, 71111, Waldenbuch, Germany Tel. +(49) 715.753.8187 Fax. +(49) 715.753.7677 Mobile. +(49) 16.0179.3782 Email: wat [email protected] Bodensee Wat Bu
This document provides comprehensive contact information for numerous Wat Buddha meditation centers located in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, including addresses, telephone numbers, fax numbers, a
Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
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Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey meditation, eating, the funniest exercise program in the entire world and, oh yeah, lining up to do activities which takes us about 45 minutes every time we do it. I have come here to
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses her meditation journey at Dhammakaya Cetiya, emphasizing the importance of patience, which she struggles with. Luang Por Dhammajayo's teachings highlight the need for Right L
The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
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The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
Suzanne Jeffrey “If we do something good, then we have this good energy floating around out there, and we should make a wish to create something good. If we do something bad, then something bad will
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the importance of our actions and feelings in shaping our future lives. She emphasizes that positive actions create good energy and can lead to rebirth in supportive environm
Exploring the Center of the Body in Meditation
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Exploring the Center of the Body in Meditation
…lated to the mahā-bhūta sphere, which is located around the centre of the body where is asserted as the Middle Way51 (Pali: majjhima paṭipadā; Sanskrit: madhyamā-pratipad). This point has been identified by PhraMon…
…muni regarding the center's location above the navel and connects this to the mahā-bhūta sphere and the Middle Way in meditation practices. Additionally, it discusses the concept of the dantian or cinnabar field in…
U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
policy in Iraq and of the Palestinian–Israeli peace process. The United States needs to recognize that terrorism is not the result of blind hatred of Western civilization, as the Bush administration i
This text argues that U.S. policies in the Middle East must shift to address underlying political issues to effectively curb terrorism and ensure oil flow. It outlines critical tasks for U.S. engageme
Start Meditation Today
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Start Meditation Today
Start Meditation Today Then, imagine that your body has no organs, assume it is a tube, a hole, a hollow vacuum like an inflated balloon or like a crystal or diamond cylinder, bright and clear. Let it
เริ่มต้นการทำสมาธิในวันนี้โดยการเชื่อมต่อกับตัวตนภายในของคุณผ่านการจินตนาการและเทคนิคการหายใจที่มุ่งเน้น การมองเห็นร่างกายเป็นหลอดหรือสูญญากาศสามารถทำให้คุณรู้สึกเบาและกลมกลืนกับธรรมชาติ เมื่อคุณมุ่งเ
Understanding Child Behavior and Parental Responsibility
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Understanding Child Behavior and Parental Responsibility
Children often encounter problems later in life because the parents did not fulfill these responsibilities. Why Do Some Children Behave Badly? Our ancestors provided us with a very interesting answer.
Children face challenges later in life when parents neglect their responsibilities. This text explores how inadequate parenting skills contribute to children's understanding of right and wrong and the
We Are What We Think
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We Are What We Think
THE WAY OF SOLITUDE XXXVI We Are What We Think 14 September 2004 If we know how to control our thoughts, we can focus our minds on positive things only and in this way we can enjoy everyday life. Our
This text emphasizes that our happiness is a direct result of our thought patterns. By focusing on positive thoughts, we can enhance our daily experience and overall well-being. The key message is tha
Giving Courage to Others
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Giving Courage to Others
166 THE TRUE REFUGE VIIXVII Giving Courage to Others Before we can encourage other people, we should be able to encourage ourselves first. The only way to empower the mind is to cling to the source of
Before we can encourage other people, we should be able to encourage ourselves first. The only way to empower the mind is to cling to the source of the absolute power of the Triple Gem. If our minds c
Tomorrow The World Will Change: Testimonies from Inner Peace Pioneers
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Tomorrow The World Will Change: Testimonies from Inner Peace Pioneers
"Tomorrow The World Will Change Testimonies from Inner Peace Pioneers " The peace starts with me as an individual. For every individual who comes to meditate and develops that peace It means 'another
The text discusses the importance of meditation in achieving personal peace, highlighting the experiences of practitioners in South Africa. It emphasizes that meditation is accessible to everyone, reg
The Impact of Parental Responsibility on Child Behavior
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The Impact of Parental Responsibility on Child Behavior
Children often encounter problems later in life because the parents did not fulfill these responsibilities. Why Do Some Children Behave Badly? Our ancestors provided us with a very interesting answer
Children often face challenges later in life due to insufficient parental guidance. Ancestral wisdom highlights that many parents fail to distinguish right from wrong and inadvertently model bad behav
Understanding Personal Offerings in Buddhism
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Understanding Personal Offerings in Buddhism
42 The Verse of Absoniring 6. Dakkhināvibhanga Sutta One gives a gift to one who has entered upon the way to the realisation of the fruit of arahantship; this is the fourth kind of personal offe
The text elaborates on different types of personal offerings within Buddhist practice, highlighting the spiritual importance of giving to individuals at various stages of realization, including arahan
The Significance of Giving to Spiritual Seekers
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The Significance of Giving to Spiritual Seekers
"By giving a gift to one who has entered upon the way to the realisation of the fruit of stream - entry, the offering may be expected to repay incalculably, immeasurably. What, then, should be said a
This text examines the immense value of giving to those who are on the spiritual path, highlighting the exponential returns of such acts. From stream-enterers to Tathāgatas, offerings made to these en
Mindfulness and Meditation Techniques
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Mindfulness and Meditation Techniques
Reflect on what our great teacher has taught us. Our Great Master Luang Pu16 Wat Paknam17 advised us to visualize a crystal sphere and recite the mantra “samma ar- ahang”8 at the same time. Visualizin
Reflecting on the teachings of our Great Master Luang Pu, we learn the importance of visualizing a crystal sphere while reciting the mantra 'samma ar- ahang' to maintain mindfulness. Mindfulness and r
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master is a more coarse way to judge good and/or bad, we might not have the best way but at least people can live with one another. In addition to custom or tradition, we can a
The text explores how good and bad actions are judged in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of intention in determining Kamma. It reflects on the historical context of societal divisions due to misu
Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
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Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
7. LOOK WITHIN YOURSELF I look at myself. I look through myself. I understand "me" clearly. I look into my physical self to find my human nature until I thoroughly understand it. Then I look deeper in
This text encourages individuals to look within themselves for true understanding rather than focusing on others. It highlights the journey of self-discovery through examining both physical and spirit
The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
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The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A
The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlightenmen
Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
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Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin
Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona