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Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
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Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
…spected senior monk replied, "Before giving care to a dying patient no matter the illness, you must understand one thing that is of utmost importance. It is the state of mind that will determine the des…
…r the dying. The monk encourages caring for the dying by helping them develop positive thoughts and understanding that the merit made on their behalf can help if they appreciate it. Ultimately, the focu…
The Last Moments of Life: A Daughter's Duty
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The Last Moments of Life: A Daughter's Duty
…hen he used to be strong he may have doubted what you said. But at the last moment when the pain is unbearable for him and you tell him to take refuge in the Triple Gem, he may consider taking your advi…
In the final moments of a father's life, a daughter is encouraged to stay close and offer Dhamma talks, flowers, and support. She should encourage daily prayer, even while lying down, and prepare alms
The Debt of Gratitude to Parents
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The Debt of Gratitude to Parents
…whelmingly in debt to them. 2. Parents always forgive us without being resentful. The scolding and punishments they may have given us for doing unacceptable things are out of their deep love and concern…
ในบทนี้เราพูดถึงหนี้แห่งความกตัญญูที่เรามีต่อพ่อแม่ซึ่งไม่สามารถชำระได้หมด เราควรดูแลพวกเขาเมื่อแก่ชรา รักษาชื่อเสียงของครอบครัว และส่งต่อความดีที่พวกเขาสร้างขึ้น การมีความเมตตาเสนอให้พวกเขามีศรัทธาใน
Parents: Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents: Worthy of Our Reverence
…o the toilet. Our physical bodies will be worn down and this will cause us and our children to feel uneasy. Without gratitude and the true love our children have for us, we may become neglected. However…
ตามคำสอนของพุทธศาสนา พ่อแม่ถือเป็นอรหันต์ในครอบครัวและเป็นครูคนแรกของเด็ก การเคารพและตอบแทนบุญคุณพ่อแม่เป็นสิ่งที่สำคัญในสังคมไทย พ่อแม่ควรได้รับการดูแลจากลูกในวัยชรา และการละเลยพ่อแม่ในปัจจุบันกลายเป
The Importance of Honoring Grandparents
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The Importance of Honoring Grandparents
…l have children who mentally record these acts and copy them accordingly. The truth is what goes around comes around. When they reach old age, their child will treat them in the same way as they did wit…
…viors towards parents, as children may replicate them. Proper care and positive examples create a foundation for children to treat their parents well in the future. Additionally, it discusses the import…
Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
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Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
…cing meditation. Furthermore, they have always taught and instilled their children with the correct understanding of life. The Lord Buddha called these elderly people "those worthy of their children's r…
The text discusses the qualities of 'Fruitful Persons,' elderly individuals who exemplify self-sufficiency and altruism. They live by Buddhist principles, offer alms, adhere to precepts, and meditate
The Heart of the Family: Importance of Elderly Blessings
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The Heart of the Family: Importance of Elderly Blessings
… speak of Dhamma, encouragement or caution are absent, it would seem like the family's heart stops functioning. At the same time, the family would not be united. Later, conflict, loneliness, depression,…
บทความนี้พูดถึงบทบาทสำคัญของคนแก่ในครอบครัวในการสร้างความรักและความอบอุ่นผ่านการให้พรและการเคารพตามธรรมเนียมไทย โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงผลกระทบต่อครอบครัวที่ขาดการปฏิบัติตามทั้งหมดนี้ อาจนำไปสู่ปัญหาความขัดแย
Creating the Best in Oneself through Generosity
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Creating the Best in Oneself through Generosity
…on. In families who lived far from the temple, and were not part of the route for the monks' alms round, the grandparents would ask their descendants to prepare food to offer to the monks, and they woul…
This text discusses the importance of transforming negative traits like greed and anger into positive ones through conscious self-improvement. It highlights how generations before us practiced daily a
The Wisdom of Ancestral Teachings on Family Values
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The Wisdom of Ancestral Teachings on Family Values
…he decline of the very best in the family and problems can only increase. Since our ancestors fully understood this fact, they led their descendants to offer alms to the monks every morning. This good d…
…eaceful atmosphere within families. In contrast, modern society's violence and hostility are noted, underlining the relevance of ancestral wisdom in promoting peace.
Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
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Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
their families to have control over themselves at a young age, the grandparents instilled them with generosity through alms offerings to the monks and daily…
…lls. The author's ancestors practiced these teachings to transform their lives, providing a solid foundation for future generations. By understanding and practicing meditation, families can cultivate aw…
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
…day, the only things that we can bring with us to our next existence are merit (wholesome) and sin (unwholesome). In one's life, if one can accumulate more good deeds, problems can be reduced, and happi…
การศึกษาธรรมะทุกวันช่วยให้บรรพบุรุษของเราได้รับการเตือนเสมอถึงการทำความดี การสะสมบุญส่งผลต่อความสุขในชีวิตและยับยั้งไม่ให้เกิดความทุกข์ การสอนบุตรหลานในทางธรรมทำให้เกิดความเคารพและรักในครอบครัว การทำส
การให้พรแก่ผู้สืบทอด
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การให้พรแก่ผู้สืบทอด
… in this way: "With the truth of the alms I have offered to the monks all year long, may you have abundant provisions. Or, based on the truth of offering my possessions to aid the monks, may you also po…
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงการเตรียมตัวเพื่อการให้พรแก่ผู้สืบทอด โดยการทำบุญและฝึกฝนตัวเองให้ดีขึ้น เพื่อลดความโลภ โกรธ และโง่เง่า การทำดีจะช่วยให้สามารถมอบพรที่มีคุณค่าให้กับคนรุ่นหลัง และส่งเสริมให้มีคุณภาพชี
Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness through Austerity
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Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness through Austerity
Chapter 40 Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity (Dhutanga)" Life is full of uncertainties and danger awaits those who are reckless with their lives. The Lord Buddha once said, "A…
本章探讨了如何通过修行苦行来培养非轻率的心态。佛陀教导说,轻率的人就像死去的人。通过苦行,人们可以学习更加小心翼翼地生活。佛陀在传播法教过程中,总共给予了84000个教导,其核心在于非轻率,这是他在入涅槃前对弟子们的最终教诲。
The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
…good and bad actions throughout his life. However, the manifestation of his kammic fruit will be a function of his state of mind. For example, if his state of mind is filled with evil (he thinks and act…
In Buddhism, carefulness is essential for maintaining virtue and reducing the chances of misconduct. As beings with limited lifespans, it is vital to perform wholesome actions. The state of mind influ
Understanding Austerity and Mindfulness in Buddhist Practice
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Understanding Austerity and Mindfulness in Buddhist Practice
… still feel like other people possess much more happiness than they. On the contrary, when they are unhappy even a bit, they feel like their unhappiness is much more than any others' in the world. 2) Pe…
บทเรียนเรื่องการอุทิศตนให้อื่นได้รับการอธิบายโดยพระอาจารย์ซึ่งชี้ให้เห็นว่าวิธีการปฏิบัติอาจช่วยให้เราเข้าใจความต้องการและความปรารถนา ตัวอย่างเช่น ผู้คนมักแยกแยะความต้องการและความปรารถนาออกจากกันไม่ถู
Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
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Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
…ng monks say that if a person wants to experience such a practice, you can go to a temple and dwell under a long-handed umbrella for a few nights. Then you will clearly understand what you really need o…
การฝึกอัสเตรีตี้ช่วยให้เราแยกแยะความต้องการและสิ่งที่ต้องการได้ชัดเจน โดยเริ่มจากการใช้ชีวิตในวัดและสวมเสื้อผ้าขาวเพื่อความมีสติและระมัดระวัง การปฏิบัติดังกล่าวนำมาซึ่งความสงบทั้งทางกายและจิตใจ และเมื
A True Buddhist
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A True Buddhist
Chapter 41 A True Buddhist When I reviewed my notes from a sermon given by a respected senior monk during my research for this book, I incidentally came upon a valuable message. That is, "What is the
…. The monk categorizes the causes into 'External Fool' and 'Internal Fool', emphasizing the role of unwise actions by individuals in this decline. Understanding these dynamics can help in nurturing true…
The Dhammakaya Temple and the Dilemma of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
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The Dhammakaya Temple and the Dilemma of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
…e, people closely followed the news about the Temple. After two years, the outcome was the reverse. Unbelievably, the Temple has survived to this day. Many said that in the same period of time, if the T…
…severe media scrutiny yet continues to attract thousands to its ceremonies, indicating a strong community support unlike the fate of many abandoned temples in Thailand. With nearly 8,000 temples reporte…
The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
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The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
hoped that future generations would study Buddhism to gain a correct understanding of the realities of life. Thus, if our ancestors were still alive, we can imagine how th…
…ole in its survival and appeal to both followers and donors. The teachings of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam underscore the need for reverence and dedication to maintain the temple's mission, ensuring it does no…
The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
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The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
…hy they are there (at the temple). It is easy to find an appropriate topic to teach. Clues can be found on people's faces. Typically, people experience a variety of problems in their lives, and often, t…
…ddhism. The third formula highlights the importance of regular meditation for attaining Nibbana and understanding one's own defilements. By engaging in these practices, the community can contribute to t…