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The Universal Nature of Suffering
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The Universal Nature of Suffering
…ON PROBLEMS VI Suffering is Universal Most people do not get what they want. Even their own spouse, who they expect to spend their whole life with, sometimes turns out to be the wrong choice. Everyone ha…
This text discusses the universal nature of suffering, emphasizing that most people do not achieve their desires, including in significant relationships like marriage. It acknowledges that individuals
Transforming Your Mind through Positive Visualization
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Transforming Your Mind through Positive Visualization
If we want to feel good, we just think of a wholesome subject such as the Lord Buddha or the Great Master Phramong- kolthepmuni, the discoverer of …
…ositive mindset, consider visualizing pure subjects such as the Lord Buddha or Phramongkolthepmuni, who introduced Dhammakaya Meditation. By thinking about the purity represented by a crystal clear spher…
Meditation for Mental Strength
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Meditation for Mental Strength
…h for happiness elsewhere. When our minds are steadfast at the center of our bodies, we will gain a wholesome awareness that bears positive and effective thought, words and actions. Then our lives will b…
…er conflicts. With practice, we can maintain a strong mindset against negativity and refrain from unwholesome deeds, leading to a fulfilled life filled with happiness and success. Practice meditation to …
The Power of the Mind
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The Power of the Mind
THE POWER OF THE MIND VIXIV A True Hero The person who conquers himself is a true hero. The real battlefield is not anywhere in this world, but the world …
…ainst greed, anger, and delusion. Achieving peace in our minds is essential to becoming a true hero who can positively impact the world. True heroism is defined by the ability to conquer one's own challe…
The Importance of a Broad Vision
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The Importance of a Broad Vision
…deeds and reaching our goal. Do not allow your vision to be narrowed but keep it wide. Envision the whole world in your hands. With determination, everything will fall into place. 7 October 2007
In this text, the author reflects on the brevity of life and the importance of maintaining a broad vision. It emphasizes that while our time is limited for achieving good deeds and goals, keeping our
Buddhist Perspectives on Life's Questions
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Buddhist Perspectives on Life's Questions
…things people still wonder about in their lives, like human birth, how to raise children and lead a wholesome family life, the practice of a monk's celibacy, death and the afterlife, effective time manag…
This text explores fundamental Buddhist perspectives, inspired by a Norwegian survey revealing people's questions about life. The chat show 'Gudene Vet', hosted by Monica Øien, invites various religio
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…n guidance on how to have the right livelihood which would secure for oneself a rebirth only in the wholesome realms. 28
A Successful Marriage
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A Successful Marriage
… Thus, each of them is forced to separately walk their own path according to their karma. For women whose married life suffers 51
A successful marriage requires a gentle and caring approach, much like holding a bird. Husbands and wives should please each other through sharing and sweet words, understanding their roles, and imple
How to Meditate
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How to Meditate
…doesn't last long. Soon, we will forget about it, and we will seek other happiness. We struggle our whole lives searching for happiness. Material happiness is not worthwhile. The happiness we obtain from…
Luang Por explains that true happiness can only be found within oneself and is not dependent on external factors. Material happiness is fleeting and often leads to further dissatisfaction. Through med
Contributors to the Dhammakaya Publication
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Contributors to the Dhammakaya Publication
…rs listed below, with the wish that the merit accrued when this publication is read, might lead all who have had some part in the production of this book swiftly towards the attainment of the Dhammakaya.…
This section acknowledges the benefactors and contributors whose support made the publication possible. The production team dedicates the merit of this book to th…
Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
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Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
…h specific religions. Yes, these words are used when devout Buddhists speak to each other, but as a whole they should just be looked at as vocabulary. The topics that are discussed here can be put under …
This text discusses the simplicity of dualistic thinking in Thai culture and the rich linguistic resources that explain human cognition. It emphasizes that terms often linked to Buddhism should be tre
The Purpose of Dhammakaya Temple
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The Purpose of Dhammakaya Temple
… The primary objective is to train people to truly understand the Dhamma, or “teachings” of the man whom we call Buddha, and enable those people to practice it so that they can prove the Dhamma's existen…
The Dhammakaya Temple aims to develop its members into good people through understanding the Dhamma. It has expanded globally, with an increasing number of visitors practicing to eliminate suffering a
Life Goals in Buddhism
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Life Goals in Buddhism
good people. When applicable, it will also help those who want to dedicate their lives to Dhamma and be future true monks. "Life Goals" can be condensed to t…
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงการตั้งเป้าหมายชีวิตในบริบทของพระพุทธศาสนา โดยแบ่งออกเป็น 3 ระดับ ได้แก่ 1) เป้าหมายทางโลกเพื่อเป็นคนดีและมีความสุขในชีวิตนี้ 2) เป้าหมายทางจิตวิญญาณเพื่อไปยังสถานที่ดีหลังความตาย และ
Essential Guidance for Marriage and Family Life
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Essential Guidance for Marriage and Family Life
…e the beauty of the mind is so difficult to discern, we really need to speak with other wise people who have experienced married life. In other words, we need to have a teacher, or coach, who can advice …
การดำเนินชีวิตครอบครัวต้องอาศัยการมีคำแนะนำที่เหมาะสมจากผู้มีประสบการณ์ และการทำสมาธิ ซึ่งช่วยให้เราเตรียมความพร้อมทางจิตใจ การมีโค้ชหรือที่ปรึกษาที่เชื่อถือได้เป็นสิ่งสำคัญ นอกจากนี้การทำสมาธิยังช่วย
Challenges in Modern Family Life
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Challenges in Modern Family Life
…, I'm tired of telling you what to do! "This has led us to a "Whatever!" generation of young people who do not have firm rules to govern their behavior. This is due to a lack of endurance (khanti). 4. Se…
Part One discusses disinterest and selfishness in family dynamics, leading to a generation lacking firm guidance. Parents express fatigue in enforcing rules, while selfishness complicates sharing resp
Part One: Family Life and the Importance of Truthfulness
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Part One: Family Life and the Importance of Truthfulness
…responsible enough to assist with another family member's life, death, success or failure. A person who is truthful exhibits responsibility in many ways: In speech, our words should always be truthful an…
In this section, we discuss the significance of being truthful in our relationships and responsibilities. Truthfulness is essential in speech, work, and friendships. It emphasizes kindness and sinceri
Understanding Kamma and Family Life
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Understanding Kamma and Family Life
…tion that the fruits of Kamma exist and their retribution is derived from our distant past. The man whom we call the Buddha discovered the Law of Kamma and taught it to the world over 2,500 years ago. He…
In this text, the relationship between Kamma and the varying levels of happiness or suffering (dukkha) among humans is examined. With insights from the Buddha's teachings, it emphasizes that our curre
Raising Children: Cultivating Good Habits
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Raising Children: Cultivating Good Habits
…titive activities, in turn, influence our learned behavior and continued development throughout our whole life. If we allow our children to repeatedly think, speak, and act unwholesomely, regardless of t…
บทที่สองนี้พูดถึงการพัฒนาเด็ก โดยเน้นว่าชีวิตของเราเกี่ยวข้องกับนิสัยที่เราเลือกใช้ สิ่งที่เราสอนและที่เราทำบ่อยๆ จะส่งผลต่อพฤติกรรมของเด็กอย่างมาก ถ้าเราเคยสอนเขาในทางที่ไม่ดี เขาอาจเติบโตเป็นผู้ใหญ่
Raising Children: Fostering Wisdom and Respect
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Raising Children: Fostering Wisdom and Respect
…eat, good and bad habits come from repetition of thinking, speaking and acting. Parents can instill wholesomeness, intelligence and compassion by teaching their children respect, discipline, and toleranc…
Part Two discusses the importance of teaching children punctuality, respect, and wisdom through consistent habits. It highlights the difference between worldly wisdom and inner wisdom, emphasizing tha
Raising Responsible Children
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Raising Responsible Children
…imulants of Kilesa (Impurities): Our child should be wise enough not to become involved with others who promote alcohol and drugs, sexual misconduct, misuse of money, etc. These 'stimulants' and misdeeds…
In this section, we discuss essential aspects of raising children including their health awareness, the importance of teamwork, and understanding social roles. Children should learn not to deceive reg