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Luang Por Dattajevo: A Visionary in Thai Buddhism
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Luang Por Dattajevo: A Visionary in Thai Buddhism
Luang Por Dattajevo (monastic name Phrabhavanaviriyakhun) is a Thai Buddhist monk who was born in 1941, in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. He was educated within th…
…akaya in 1970 and was ordained in 1971. As a Dhamma lecturer and Vice-President of the Dhammakaya Foundation, he promotes meditation and peace. His teachings have been recognized by the Royal Palace of …
Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
…gation to protect the devotees.” Translation by: “A Chanting Guide”, by The Dhammayut Order in the United States of America, Access to Insight, October 12, 2009, http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/auth…
This text reflects on a significant event where Sakka, the king of the Devas, requested the Buddha to invite the Devas to witness the recitation of Dhamma. This practice fosters protection for devotee
Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
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Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
Call to the Angels (In Pali) Samantā cakkavāleṣu Saddhammam muni-rajassa Dipe rathe ca gāme Bhummā cāyantu devā Tīṭhantā santike yang Dhammassavanakālo ayambhadant…
This text serves as a call for the celestial beings (devas) from around the galaxies to gather and listen to the recitation of the True Dhamma, which is believed to lead …
Meeting Chronicles and Meditation Insights
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Meeting Chronicles and Meditation Insights
…bruary 2009 . 23 Meeting #4, 29 February 2009 . 27 Meeting #5, 05 March 2009 . . 35 Meeting #6, 08 June 2009 . . 49 Meeting #7, 21 June 2009 . . 43 Meeting #8, 03 January 2010 . 49 Meeting #9, 17 Januar…
…to March 2010, offering insights into meditation practices and spiritual discussions. It includes a unique Dhammakaya meditation technique and a glossary for deeper understanding. The meetings serve as …
Illustrations Overview
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Illustrations Overview
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS 1. The Unknown Factor . . . . . . . . . . 18 2. The Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 3. The Eightfold No…
This section features a detailed list of illustrations found in the book, highlighting key themes such as the Unknown Factor, the Mind, the Eightfold Noble Pat…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
…Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, by a person named Elsebth, who is a Swiss woman running meditation retreats throughout Europe. She has a daughter named Joy, who is in high school here…
The text recounts the author's experience meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, duri…
Understanding Meditation and Merit
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Understanding Meditation and Merit
…supposed to do with that. After he congratulates Joy on her birthday and speaks with her about her university studies, he looks at each person in the room and takes a breath. With this slight hesitatio…
…d by Luang Por. He emphasizes that meditation involves quieting the mind to facilitate learning and understanding. Boon, or Boonya, is described as pure energy residing within the mind rather than somet…
Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
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Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
…itate, we help get rid of the garbage: When we meditate, we are cleaning our mind. When our mind is under the influence of kilesa, it loses its quality and light. Kilesa has the habit of squeezing the m…
In this enlightening discussion, Luang Por explains the process of generating boon, emphasizing the importance of separating actions into three categories: giving up bad habits, performing good deeds,
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
…uddhists do not say resurrection, but birth and rebirth. Buddhists do not say sin, but wholesome or unwholesome." Then Jon asks, "Was Buddha aware of his own self-enlightenment?" Luang Por looks at Jo…
In this engaging discussion, Luang Por provides insights on the differences between Buddha and Jesus, emphasizing Buddha's teachings on proving everything versus Jesus' acceptance. He articulates the
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
…uang Por actually looks surprised at the question, "If our minds are refined enough, we all can communicate on the same plane. The inside core, our true self, is the Dhammakaya, or body of enlightenment…
…ara, the personification of evil similar to Satan in Christianity. Luang Por explains that true communication can occur when our minds are refined, allowing us to connect with the Dhammakaya, or body of…
Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
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Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
… secrets in there somewhere. But, here we are at the Ashram, being introduced to our translator, Khun SueWanee, Luang Por’s sister. Although she explains that she is his older sister (meaning that she …
… a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. The narrator contemplates their own secrets and the profound connection felt with the monk. The translator, Khun SueWanee, adds warmth to the encounter as disc…
Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
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Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
…own mind. Again, it is pure energy.” (I have in my notes from this meeting that say boonya is pure, uncontaminated, unpolluted, spotless energy that we put out there in the universe when we do something…
…from true awareness, pulling individuals towards materialistic desires instead of inner peace. This understanding encourages mindfulness and self-awareness to combat negativity. For more insights, visit…
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
…body, but in higher biology, man is composed of the human body and the mind which consists of four functions: sensation/perception (happiness, sadness, neutrality, etc.), memory, mental formation or tho…
…y elaborates on the concept of Mara, describing five distinct types: Kanta Mara (the body and mind functions), Gamma (action from karma), Deity (false gods), Matuman (fear of death), and a greater all-e…
The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
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The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
…ha that Mara can attack. If we all gathered together, we could protect ourselves from Mara, but we (unfortunately), cannot protect everyone until everyone purifies themselves. Religion, of course, is so…
…inst the distractions of greed and negative thoughts. Meditation is encouraged as a means to deeper understanding and teaching. The discussion ends with a hint of a captivating story shared by another p…
The King and The Hermit
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The King and The Hermit
…t Once upon a time, there was a King and Queen who lived in a beautiful castle, high on top of a mountain. Most of the time, everything was quite sabai (calm) because they ruled their kindgom with grea…
Once upon a time, a King and Queen lived in a castle, ruling wisely until a problem arose. The Queen urged the King to seek the guidance of a hermit on a neighboring moun
The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
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The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
…a very wise smile and shakes his head with great satisfaction. Somehow, we get on the topic of the Unknown Factor, also known as Jah, the ALL, God, Yahweh, THAT which IS, Allah, and, of course, many ot…
…e prompts deeper reflection on identity and existence. The hermit also discusses the concept of the Unknown Factor, addressing deep philosophical questions about life's purpose, and the essence of being…
Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
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Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
…ng Por. He will want to see you." "Right. No problem." I say, and so, here I am at the Ashram. I run in, just to say hello. I have, of course, missed him, although I did not realize just how much unti…
In February 2009, I revisited the Ashram to attend the Peace Revolution Conference, having previously contributed to its development. My host encouraged me to meet Luang Por Dattajevo, and upon enteri
Exploring Connection and Spirituality
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Exploring Connection and Spirituality
… 24/7. He sees people as they really are but chooses to focus on their finest characteristics - all unbeknownst to them, of course. There are times when I think we have been on the same plane before, if…
…lections reveal a yearning to explore deeper spiritual lessons learned from this connection and the understanding of their own spiritual growth.
Meetings with a Dhamma Teacher
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Meetings with a Dhamma Teacher
Meetings with a Dhamma Teacher for the people he loves… which for him, I found out, is everyone. And that is why he is so stern. He wants people to reach for, and experience, su…
…eir son ordained. The guidance from the teacher and insights gained from others have enhanced their understanding and practice of the Dhammakaya Meditation Technique, encouraging them to explore the tru…
Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
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Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
…ram During the Peace Revolution Conference, the participants (who came from Africa, Australia, the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia) were fortunate enough to have a meeting with Luang P…
During the Peace Revolution Conference at the Ashram on February 29, 2009, participants from around the world gathered to hear Luang Por share his insights on living a good life. Despite the cultura…