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Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
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Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
…osted. Consensus has yet to be reached about the nature and meaning of meditation in the original teachings of the Buddha, and insufficient attention has been paid to the purpose and effects of meditative pr…
…ly exploration. It emphasizes the need for deeper understanding of meditative practices in Buddhist teachings and highlights the importance of the Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) in fosterin…
Inaugural Volume of Buddhist Research by Dhammachai International Research Institute
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Inaugural Volume of Buddhist Research by Dhammachai International Research Institute
Inpirational Message On the 44th Anniversary of the Ordination of Most Venerable Founder Luang Phaw Dhammajayo on 27th August 2012 and also in the historical year of the Buddhajayanti 2600 celebration
…ayanti 2600. This inaugural research volume embodies DIRI's commitment to preserving early Buddhist teachings and expanding academic awareness and practice of Buddhism. With projects aimed at digitizing ancien…
Reinterpreting Dhammarāya in the Pali Canon
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Reinterpreting Dhammarāya in the Pali Canon
…ing of the term in an early Theravāda community that sought to preserve and understand the Buddha’s teachings as they are. 8 By means of this more direct approach, the resulting interpretation, while dissimila…
…s a middle-ground perspective reflecting early Theravāda communities' understanding of the Buddha’s teachings. This nuanced interpretation aligns closely with traditional views that contemporary scholars may h…
Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
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Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
Saddhā: Criterion of being the Tathāgata's Son The first point to be looked at is the criterion of being the Buddha’s ‘true son’ which is, in this passage, defined by means of his irremovable confiden
…ual achievement of a Stream-enterer, illustrating this profound understanding and commitment to the teachings of the Buddha. For more on Buddhist teachings, explore dmc.tv.
Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
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Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
No. | Brahmins (D.III.81) | Noble Disciples (D.III.84) | Implied Parallel ---|------------------------|---------------------------|------------------------ 1. | Brahma's children | Tathägata's sons |
…Brahma for Brahmins and Tathägata for Noble Disciples. Furthermore, the discussion emphasizes their teachings, with Brahmins associated with verbal teachings and Noble Disciples linked to dhamma. Each point il…
Understanding the Connotation of Dhamma in Relation to Brahma
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Understanding the Connotation of Dhamma in Relation to Brahma
…s desire.52 In contrast, the Tathāgata’s ‘creation’ of a Buddhist noble disciple through his verbal teachings involves the entire process of spiritual realisation. As discussed earlier, the titles of the Tathā…
… noble individual, emphasizing the difference between Brahma's role in creation and the Tathāgata's teachings. The essence of dhamma shared among the Tathāgata and his followers signifies a noble heritage.
Understanding the Levels of Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
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Understanding the Levels of Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
In regard to the different levels of dhammakāya, the canon talks about the different states of trainees (sekha) and non-trainees (asekha). The former refers to states in which a further course is yet
… The practice of mindfulness further delineates these two groups among noble disciples. Traditional teachings provide deeper insights into the classifications of trainees, linking various transcendental paths …
Understanding the Terms Kevala and Dhammakāya in Buddhist Texts
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Understanding the Terms Kevala and Dhammakāya in Buddhist Texts
Generally, the term ‘kevala’ is translated either as ‘only’ or ‘entirely.’ It is observed that, whenever the term appears together with another word that conveys the meaning of ‘emanating,’ ‘illuminat
…makāya' functioning as both subject and object in specific contexts, raising discussions around the teachings of the Buddha and the path to Nibbāna. The usage of these terms reflects the complexity of Buddhist…
Re-evaluating the Concept of Dhammakāya in the Pali Canon
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Re-evaluating the Concept of Dhammakāya in the Pali Canon
No-one can upset the (Padumuttara Buddhu) entire mine of jewels, who is demonstrating the dhammakāya; having seen him, who is not pleased? In order to clarify further regarding the precise connotation
…his study revisits the term dhammakāya in the Pali canon, highlighting its significance in Buddhist teachings. By examining the Sambuddha-sutta, the relationship between 'the path' and dhammakāya is clarified.…
Understanding Dhammakāya in Theravāda Buddhism
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Theravāda Buddhism
In a few passages, however, Sāriputta also refers to the term dhammakāya in the sense of the Buddha’s teaching.150 On the whole, traditional Theravādins interpret the term dhammakāya mostly in the se
…the enlightenment of both the Buddha and his disciples, and in rare cases, refers to the collective teachings of the Buddha after his parinibbāna. The text also highlights its usage concerning transcendental d…
Wisdom and the Dhammakāya in Buddhist Teachings
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Wisdom and the Dhammakāya in Buddhist Teachings
…kable that the text does not compare the dhammakāya to the Buddha’s Dhamma, i.e., the collection of teachings (pariyatti-sāsanā) sutta (discourse), geyya (discourse mixed with verses and songs) gāthā (verses) …
…wers. It discusses the dhammakāya as the embodiment of a Buddha's inner wisdom, distinct from outer teachings. The detailed description of monastic robes relates to moral virtues and the noble eightfold path, …
Understanding the Dantian and Its Location
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Understanding the Dantian and Its Location
the dantian is located around two or three inches below the navel. 53 This is in contrast to the teachings of PhraMongkolthepmuni, which locates the centre point two finger breadths above the navel. Despite…
…cognized as located about two to three inches below the navel, differing from PhraMongkolthepmuni's teachings which suggest it lies two finger breadths above. While the locations vary, there are numerous paral…
Eastern Han Buddhist Meditation and Daoism
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Eastern Han Buddhist Meditation and Daoism
… of Daoist terminology to translate Buddhist concepts helped Chinese people to accept the “foreign” teachings of the Buddha during this early period.59 54 Buddha Dharma Education Association & BuddhaNet, “The…
…tated the acceptance and understanding of Buddhism among the Chinese population, making the foreign teachings more relatable during this transformative time for Chinese spirituality. More insights can be found…
Understanding Reproductive Kamma
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Understanding Reproductive Kamma
Kamma causes reproductive act, a final phase of life before departing this present world or a final idea or mind that is attached to is called reproductive kamma. If one has an idea on merits when on
…latable anecdotes about attachments to material wealth and their consequences on the afterlife. The teachings of the Buddha emphasize the importance of a virtuous mindset for a favorable rebirth. For more insi…
A Comprehensive Look at Buddhist Literature and Philosophy
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A Comprehensive Look at Buddhist Literature and Philosophy
Crosby, Kate et.al. “The Sutta on Understanding Death in the Transmission of Born Meditation From Siam to the Kandyan Court,” in Journal of Indian Philosophy, 40. Crosby, Kate. 2000. “Tantric Theravā
This collection presents an array of scholarly works focused on the literature and teachings of Buddhism. It includes analyses of the Sutta on Understanding Death, Tantric Theravāda writings, …
Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
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Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
This Life Next Life Payasi Sutta (Rebirth and Karma) Thus have I heard. 1. The venerable Kumara Kassapa¹ was once walking on tour in Kosala together with a great company of bhikkhus, to the number o
The Payasi Sutta recounts the teachings of venerable Kumara Kassapa during his time in Setavya. It narrates the challenges faced by Payasi,…
The Teachings of Master Kassapa
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The Teachings of Master Kassapa
' 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 unde…
The Rebirth of Prince Payasi and the Venerable Gavampati
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The Rebirth of Prince Payasi and the Venerable Gavampati
33 Now at that time the venerable Gavampati15 used frequently to go for siesta to the empty mansion of the Acacia. And Payasi, now one of the gods, came up to him and, saluting him, stood on one side.
…ledges his past disbelief in the afterlife and explains his transformation through Kumara Kassapa’s teachings. Prince Payasi reflects on his rebirth compared to Uttara, who performed his deeds with more sincer…
This Life Next Life
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This Life Next Life
This Life Next Life ISBN : 978-616-91637-2-5 Research : Siripunno English editor : Dr. Apiraporn Vasavakul Illustration : WWW.DMC.TV Graphic Design : Mr. Wittaya Suttisiriyothin First Edit
This Life Next Life is a comprehensive exploration of Buddhist teachings and principles related to moral and spiritual development. Compiled by Siripunno and edited by Dr. …
Early Influences and Studies in Buddhism
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Early Influences and Studies in Buddhism
…ai : International Journal of Thai Studies* 1 (1): 87-106. Choong, Mun-Keat. 2000. *The Fundamental Teachings of Early Buddhism*: A Comparative Study Based on the Sutranga Portion of the Pali Samyutta-Nikaya a…
…een Thai and Tibetan lineages, while Mun-Keat Choong's work provides insights into the foundational teachings of early Buddhism. The discussion also addresses the Pali Canon's significance in understanding Bud…