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1.3. Suffering as an affliction This third meaning of suffering shows the direct inter-rela- tion with the fourth Noble Truth of the Path of Practice for an end of suffering. That suffering is an affl

This text discusses the nature of suffering in Buddhism, emphasizing its inter-relation with the cessation of suffering as outlined in the Noble Truths. It highlights that suffering is akin to an affl

sensuality. In this way, the Buddha shows the inter-relation between the Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path. 3. Explanation of the Noble Truth of the Cessation of S

This text delves into the Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering as per the teachings of the Buddha. It defines the Cessation of Suffering in four aspects - as release from the cycle of existence,

Those who are wise and endowed with Right View will see the dangerous reality of craving, and not delay in practising the Noble Eightfold Path as a vessel to take them beyond the Sea of Worldliness. 4

This text discusses the importance of the Noble Eightfold Path as a means to transcend worldly cravings and achieve Nirvana. It elaborates on how it is the strongest method for ending suffering, highl

by reflecting on Suffering's meaning at 2, 3 and 4 in that order. As for the the meaning at 2, even though it is con- cerned with the Noble Truth of Suffering, it has implications reaching to the Orig

The text reflects on the meanings of Suffering within Buddhism, particularly its Noble Truths. It discusses how the meanings related to Suffering connect with the Origin, Cessation, and the Noble Eigh

in its place. Even the Buddha and the enlightened ones are subject to the suffering of illness — so who are we to over- look the misery of illness? 4. Suffering as a result of Dying [marana dukkhā] Al

This text delves into the concepts of suffering in Buddhism, particularly focusing on the pain associated with illness and the inevitable reality of death. It elucidates how all beings, including enli

them terrible fear of hell at the end of their life. This is another aspect of the suffering of death. As for the wealthy who have so many possessions, or those with lots of relatives, there is a tend

This text discusses the various aspects of suffering that accompany death, including the fear of hell, anxiety over possessions and loved ones, and the experiences of those who face execution. It high

attachment and can therefore lead to suffering. The reason that attachment to the Five Aggregates causes suffering is that they belong to the mundane world [lokiya] and are therefore referred to as ‘A

The Aggregates of Clinging plays a pivotal role in Buddhist teachings on suffering, highlighting how attachment to the Five Aggregates leads to various forms of suffering. While individuals reaching t

The Noble Truth of the Origin of Suffering After explaining the Noble Truth of Suffering, Lord Buddha continued with an explanation of the origin of suffering. He pointed to craving as the origin of

In this teaching, the Buddha elaborates on the origin of suffering, identifying craving as the root cause. This craving for rebirth keeps beings trapped in a continuous cycle of existence, experiencin

reach the station, from there we take the train to the airport and eventually take the aeroplane that will take us to our destination. All the various inner spheres and bodies all the way from the Phy

This text delves into the concept of the Dhamma Body, highlighting its intricate structure composed of multiple layers, each representing a different level of spiritual refinement. Luang Phaw Wat Pakn

and the four different functions of the mind are scattered in their separate directions like a group of people unable to work as a team — they cannot pool their abilities efficiently. By 'all succes

This text discusses the four functions of the mind and their impact on achieving success in Buddhist practice, as emphasized by Luang Phaw Wat Paknam. He speaks on the importance of reaching a state o

1. Right View The Buddha taught that Right View is a fiercely accurate understanding of life and the world based on the benchmark of Nirvana, a thorough understanding of all four Noble Truths, and pra

This text elaborates on essential aspects of Buddhism focusing on Right View, which is the accurate understanding framed by Nirvana and the four Noble Truths aimed at removing ignorance and craving. I

Once the meditator has developed the absorptions to this point not only can they see the inner bodies in succession — they will be able to see the corresponding feelings at the same time. For as long

เมื่อผู้ปฏิบัติธรรมพัฒนาการเข้าถึงระดับที่ลึกซึ้ง ไม่เพียงแต่จะมองเห็นกายภายในที่เกิดขึ้นตามลำดับ แต่ยังสามารถเห็นความรู้สึกที่เกิดขึ้นพร้อมกันได้อีกด้วย พวกเขาจะเห็นและพิจารณาความรู้สึกอย่างต่อเนื่อง

Dhamma Body — not with the human eye or the naked eye. All the knowledge that brought him to Buddhahood came by the ‘knowing’ of the Dhamma Body, not by rationale or reasoning with the logical (hum

The Dhamma Body can only be perceived beyond the human eye, allowing the Buddha to grasp deep truths about existence. His compassion drove him to teach the Noble Path for the liberation of others, adv

ogre said to the other that they ought to eat the boy up, but the other ogre forbade him. The False View ogre ig- nored the warning and grabbed the boy’s feet, waking him. The boy was startled and exc

In this tale, two ogres discuss eating a boy but are interrupted when the boy wakes. The True View ogre insists they help him instead. They transform into the boy's parents to bring him food and leave

in other men, looking down on her husband — even when her husband is the one to pay her dowry in the first place — having no gratitude to her husband, and even going as far as attempting to kill her h

This text explores different types of wives and their characteristics, highlighting the negative traits of a wife like an enemy, robber, and boss, and contrasting them with the positive traits of a wi

Once there was a festival which had been organized by fools. It was called the ‘Festival of Fools’ and lasted for seven full days. The fools of the town would sit in a circle and get drunk before goin

Once there was a Festival of Fools characterized by reckless behavior of drunken townsfolk. A group of Buddha's followers, having achieved stream-entry, chose to meditate instead of participating. Upo

hardly be able to find anyone to praise them; 4. They will spend forthcoming lifetimes in hell. Having heard the Buddha’s teaching, Khema attained stream-entry, never committing adultery again This ex

In Buddhist teachings, Right Livelihood refers to earning a living that upholds ethical values and avoids harmful practices. It specifically highlights five types of Wrong Trade which are prohibited:

1. *Double scales:* having one set of scales which underweighs and another which overweights. The retailer uses the underweighing scales when buying stock and the overweighing scales when selling stoc

This text discusses various deceptive practices used by dishonest retailers to gain unfair profits through manipulation of weights and measures. Techniques include double scales that underweigh when b

he realized the risk of continuing to live near the haunts of men so he fled secretly from the flock at night to the Himavanta forest, finding safe cave as a home on a golden hill in Dandika. Every mo

This text delves into the concept of Right Effort in the context of spirituality, illustrated through the practice of a hermit who maintained his serene life in Himavanta forest for 700 years, while a

the emperor. Similarly, discretional mindfulness monitors all mental phenomena — if it is unwholesome, then to try to reduce it. If it is wholesome, to give it the chance to grow. 8. Right Concentrat

This section discusses the concept of Right Concentration in mindfulness, highlighting its two essential characteristics: supporting role and focusing role. It draws analogies to illustrate how concen