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choose to live celibate lives. One solution is to select specific dates to observe The Eight Precepts which prohibits any sexual relationship, such as on Buddhist Holy days or on birthdays. This compr

This text discusses the choice of living a celibate life within Buddhism, highlighting how observing The Eight Precepts on certain dates enables individuals to meet their spiritual obligations. It ref

Here is the extracted text from the image: --- Those who are not born during the life of a Buddha must seek refuge in the Lord Buddha’s teachings, unaware of His appearance. Our country’s ancestors

Those not born during Buddha's time must seek refuge in His teachings. Our ancestors, through meditation, recreated His image in Buddha statues, enriching our faith and spiritual knowledge. Contributi

The Virtue of Abstaining 6. Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta the virtues loved by noble ones.24 It is owing to the Blessed One that Mahā paja pārī Gotāmī is free from doubt about suffering, about the origin of

The Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta highlights the significance of abstaining from harmful actions such as killing and immoral conduct. It illustrates how one's journey towards refuge in the Buddha, Dhamma, an

The Victure of Aousiving 6 1. Udaya Sutta¹ Breaking the Cycle The origin is Śāvatthi. The Blessed One putting on robes in the morning and taking bowl and robes approached the Brahmin Udaya’s house.

This text recounts the story of the Blessed One visiting Brahmin Udaya's house three times in a single day for alms, receiving rice each time. Udaya's annoyance at the repeated visits brings forth a d

Love and Family meditation is necessary apart from working. On weekdays, I meditate for at least 30 to 60 minutes. On Sundays, I will meditate with Luang Phaw Dhammajayo during every session of the sa

In Japan, where technology thrives yet the suicide rate is high, meditation is crucial for mental well-being. I meditate daily to cope with workplace stress, which can negatively affect family life. J

O Patala, by Ganges swept away, Famous in dance and, skilled in roundelay, Patala, all hail! as thou art borne along, Sing me, I pray, some little snatch of song. - Then the dancer Patala said, "My d

The text narrates the story of Patala, a talented dancer, who laments that the very waters that save people also bring about his demise. The Bodhisatta uses this to highlight the double-edged nature o

4. Maintain your mind at the center of the body all the time: Even after having finished your formal sitting, maintain your mind at the center of the body the whole of the time. No matter whether you

This meditation guide emphasizes the importance of centering your mind at the body's center at all times. Practitioners should continue to repeat the mantra 'Samma-Araham' and bring all arising though

55. ONLY SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT CAN HELP US In the entire universe, there is only one refuge from suffering for us, and that is meditative attainment. Hold on to it. Even if you see only a brief flash

In the universe, the only refuge from suffering is meditative attainment. This practice allows the mind to penetrate deep into Nibbana, achieving a state of bliss. However, worldly attachments can dra

LUANG POR DHAMMAJAYO Phrathepyanmahamuni Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya “I seek to pursue Perfections by instilling goodness in the hearts and minds of the people of the world, for them to embr

Luang Por Dhammajayo, the Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, dedicated his life to promoting Buddhism and instilling goodness in people's hearts. He emphasized the importance of morality and mental cultiva

10 The Virtue of Abstaining 1. Udaya Sutta Now I take refuge in good Gotama, in the Teaching and the Community of bhikkhus. I am a lay disciple who has taken refuge from today until I die."

' With Master Kassapa's first simile I was pleased, I was charmed ; moreover I wanted to hear his ready wit in questions, for I regarded Master Kassapa as one who was to be opposed. It is wonderful, M

In this text, the narrator expresses admiration for Master Kassapa's teachings, viewing him as a guide on the path to enlightenment. The dialogue reveals the significance of understanding true sacrifi

We highly regard the Lord Buddha to be our ultimate refuge without reservation – with the knowledge that He was only human – because of His extreme wisdom, His understanding of how to eliminate the de

We regard the Lord Buddha as our ultimate refuge due to His wisdom and compassion. His teachings guide us towards eliminating defilements and achieving Nibbana. The chapter discusses the misconception

Tomorrow The World Will Change Religions for Peace Our global community is comprised of people seeking refuge in various faiths. For the most part, the founder of each religion – be it Buddhism, Chr

Our global community is made up of individuals seeking refuge in different faiths, all promoting love for fellow humans. To adhere to these teachings, we must avoid exploitation and violence. History

Journey to Joy 160 Ms. Ann Barton (Australia) "I gained a new life by practising meditation. Meditation is a refuge for me. I often see the bright golden Buddha image within me; it is a warm-hearted f

In 'Journey to Joy', Ms. Ann Barton shares how meditation has profoundly changed her life. After experiencing the loss of a loved one, she found solace and a sense of refuge in meditation. By visualiz

Journey to Joy 158 I currently meditate almost every day, and each meditation lasts around 40 minutes. I sit on a chair or my bed. Sometimes while I meditate, I can feel a tremendous flow of loving-ki

This text shares a personal journey of daily meditation lasting around 40 minutes. The author experiences a flow of loving-kindness, spreading warm-heartedness to everyone. Meditation is a source of h

12 12 VII. THE TRUE REFUGE 148 Goal of Life 150 Never Retreat... Never Regress 152 Task for the Mind 154 The True Refuge 156 The Chance and the Choice 158 Extinguishing 160 Ending Problems 162 Be Your

หนังสือเล่มนี้ถ่ายทอดแนวคิดเพื่อการเติบโตส่วนบุคคล ผ่านแนวทางการสร้างความเข้มแข็งภายในและกลไกในการเผชิญปัญหาที่คนเราพบเจอ ในแต่ละบทของเล่มนี้ ผู้เขียนชี้ให้เห็นถึงคุณค่าของความเป็นตัวของตัวเอง ความสำค

Those who are not born during the life of a Buddha must seek refuge in the Lord Buddha's teachings, unaware of His appearance. Our country's ancestors, who experienced and attained high levels of medi

บทความนี้อธิบายถึงคุณค่าของการมีส่วนร่วมในการสร้างรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้า และผลกระทบต่อบุญบารมีและการตรัสรู้ ผู้ที่มีส่วนร่วมในรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้าไม่เพียงแต่สร้างความดีในชีวิตนี้เท่านั้น แต่ยังได้รับอานิสงส

We highly regard the Lord Buddha to be our ultimate refuge without reservation-with the knowledge that He was only human because of His extreme wisdom, His understanding of how to eliminate the defile

This text emphasizes the Lord Buddha as the ultimate refuge for followers seeking Nibbana. It highlights the importance of good deeds and their outcomes, and discusses the misconceptions surrounding t

10. Sotapanna Also known as the stream-enterer. The sotapanna is a partially-enlightened person, who has eradicated the first three fetters of the mind, that prevent freedom. Sotapannaship is the firs

This text provides insights into fundamental Buddhist concepts. It discusses the Sotapanna, which signifies a stream-enterer who has achieved partial enlightenment by overcoming initial mental fetters

alcohol, gambling and adultery. If we resolve to live virtuously, even to experiment with it for a period as short as one month, we will see an immediate surge in happiness within our family. We refer

In pursuit of a happier family life, individuals are encouraged to resolve against alcohol, gambling, and adultery. By practicing meditation, families can reach the 'Dhammakaya' state, which symbolize