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Understanding Merit and the Law of Cause and Effect
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Understanding Merit and the Law of Cause and Effect
…ving; keeping the precepts; forgiving Ugliness - bad temper; moody; being unkind, hateful, vengeful Wealth, good fortune - generosity; charity Poverty, misfortune - stinginess; selfishness; stealing; cheati…
… Law of Karma states every action has a corresponding consequence, influencing aspects like health, wealth, beauty, and intelligence. Understanding these causes helps individuals achieve better outcomes in …
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
…ty. Merit behaves like a magnet that attracts good things in life to us. Merit is the basis for all wealth, health and happiness. It is due to merit that one has the ability to accumulate knowledge, wisdom,…
… the individual. By performing good deeds, one accumulates merit, which acts as a magnet attracting wealth, health, and happiness. Merit also provides protection in dangerous situations and fosters good rel…
Say No to Alcohol
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Say No to Alcohol
…gers associated with intoxication are innumerable. Here are some obvious examples: • Destruction of wealth. • Destruction of health. • Vulnerable to violent behavior and aggression • Causing shamelessness a…
…re detrimental not only to the individual but also to their family. Alcohol leads to destruction of wealth, health issues, aggressive behavior, loss of friendships, and generates negative karma. Choosing to…
Concepts of Enlightenment in Buddhism
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Concepts of Enlightenment in Buddhism
… free from defilements; one who is enlightened; one who has attained Nirvana อรัญทรัพย์ spiritual wealth; transcendental wealth; sublime treasure; spiritual treasure อริยบุคล the enlightened; an enlight…
บทเรียนสำคัญเกี่ยวกับแนวคิดในพระพุทธศาสนา ได้แก่ อายามูชุ (ภาวะสูญเสีย), อรหันต์ (บุคคลผู้มีคุณธรรม), อริยสัจ ๔ (ความจริงอันสูงสุด ๔ ประการ) ซึ่งเป็นรากฐานในการตีความศาสนา พระพุทธเจ้าทรงค้นพบความจริงเ
The Downfall of a Millionaire
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The Downfall of a Millionaire
…ghty crores of treasure that formerly belonged to him. Then those knaves said to him, “Master, your wealth is all spent.” “Has my wife no money?” “Yes, master, she has.” “Well then, fetch that too.” And he …
This narrative follows the decline of a wealthy man who becomes addicted to drinking and wastefully spends his fortune. Initially surrounded by ad…
The Importance of Virtue and Association
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The Importance of Virtue and Association
…n merit. From it, I have a place to live and food to eat. There is no desire in me to steal other's wealth. If someone causes me harm, let that be his/her own burden; I have no desire to hurt anyone’s feeli…
…leads to failure. The author reflects on a life built on merit and caution against desiring others' wealth. It highlights the importance of choosing one’s associations wisely, warning that negative behavior…
The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
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The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
…h this gate as we might otherwise soon find ourselves succumbing to the accumulation of unnecessary wealth or position, consumption of alcohol and drugs, frequenting unseemy places at unseemy hours, visitin…
…oads to Ruin' metaphorically illustrates how these paths can lead one to idolize money and material wealth at the cost of personal integrity and well-being. It encourages readers to be mindful of their choi…
The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
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The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
… Taking a long, slow breath, calmly, Luang Por begins, “When the Buddha was born, he was supremely wealth and he had all of the thirty-two characteristics of a Buddha. There are stories that surround His b…
…or discusses the significance of the Buddha's life and his journey towards enlightenment. Born into wealth and possessing unique qualities, the Buddha sought wisdom from an early age. He distanced himself f…
Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
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Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
… positive energy that enables one to have pleasant appearance, physical strength, good health, good wealth, freedom from illness, long life, good personal quality, intelligence and abilities. Merit is the …
The merit sphere is a flawless, bright sphere representing all success and happiness. It is the source of positivity, driving individuals from ordinary virtues to enlightenment. Merit sustains one's j
90 Benefits of Meditation
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90 Benefits of Meditation
…ted whenever a good deed is performed, mentally, physically or verbally. Merit is the basis for all wealth, health and happiness, and the force that causes one to be beautiful, smart, rich, famous, or fortu…
…tes 'merit,' which is a form of positive energy originating from good deeds. Merit is essential for wealth, health, and happiness, acting like a magnet that attracts positive experiences and purifying the m…
The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
…he Body of Enlightenment. 6) While still in samsāra (the cycle of death and of birth), he will gain wealth easily. Whatever livelihood he has, as a merchant or a government official, the merit from contribu…
…ence across lifetimes, aids in avoiding non-virtue, ensures rebirth in a land of Buddhism, attracts wealth, and facilitates enlightenment in the final life. The benefits encourage practice and meditation, l…
Guiding Children Towards a Positive Future
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Guiding Children Towards a Positive Future
…to prepare for family life and the responsibilities involved. 5) When the time comes, bequeath your wealth and assets to them. Give them their inheritance in order for them to start their own legacy. The W…
…ing good deeds, providing education, assisting in choosing life partners, and eventually passing on wealth to help them build their legacy. Following these principles can help safeguard children from Apāyam…
Reflections on Life Choices and Consequences
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Reflections on Life Choices and Consequences
If in the latter years of his life he had not squandered his wealth, but had applied himself to business, he would have become the third treasurer; and if he had retir…
บทความนี้สำรวจเกี่ยวกับผลที่เกิดจากการเลือกชีวิตในด้านการเงินและศาสนา แสดงให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการใช้ชีวิตอย่างมีคุณธรรม แม้ว่าเขาจะมีโอกาสที่จะสร้างความมั่งคั่งหรือเข้าสู่หนทางของความศักดิ์สิทธิ์ แต
Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
…fitting of a Universal Monarch, because his is a heart that harbours no stinginess, no regret about wealth disbursed, no fear of wasted funds, no worry that his wealth will run out, nor uncertainty that the…
The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya is a significant event in the Buddhist lifestyle, representing a merit that aids practitioners in overcoming Mara. It symbolizes the pursuit of the Unive
The Search for True Happiness
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The Search for True Happiness
…he world cannot help them when they are heart-broken, depressed or in pain, that even a mountain of wealth and possessions cannot fill the emptiness in their hearts. In fact, such things produce short-lived…
This text reflects on the misguided pursuit of happiness through external means such as wealth, fame, and experiences. It highlights that such pursuits often lead to temporary satisfaction, whil…
What Do Humans Really Want?
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What Do Humans Really Want?
What do Humans Really Want? are wants, not needs, and we must know how to curb our excessive wants, so that we do not over- indulge in our desires. Consider an art collector. He has run out of space i
… overindulgence in desires. It illustrates through the example of an art collector who, despite his wealth, experiences stress instead of happiness due to his excessive possessions. The piece poses the fund…
Monastic vs Secular Life in Buddhism
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Monastic vs Secular Life in Buddhism
Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica Luang Por although he had abundant wealth, dignity, power, and servants. Finally, he renounced the world and sought to ordain since he realiz…
…cular life through the eyes of a Buddhist perspective. It highlights how a renunciation of material wealth and societal status opens the path to true happiness through Dhamma attainment. In the West, happin…
The Things that Remain
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The Things that Remain
… both the wisdom and courage to cope with the problems. Do not worry about the scarcity of material wealth as long as you possess spiritual wealth. Simply meditate and keep your mind positive, and soon you …
ชีวิตจะยังคงมีค่าแม้จะสูญเสียทุกสิ่ง หากเราสามารถรักษาจิตใจให้สบาย การมีจิตใจที่ชัดเจนทำให้เรามีปัญญาและความกล้าที่จะเผชิญปัญหา อย่าเป็นกังวลเกี่ยวกับทรัพย์สิน ว่าสิ่งที่มีค่าสูงสุดคือความมั่งคั่งทางจ
Embrace Life and Perform Good Deeds
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Embrace Life and Perform Good Deeds
Have a penetrative look at this world. Utilize your possessions including life, wealth, family, friends, intelligence, wisdom and power, to perform good deeds and pursue perfection. We s…
…rs to take a deep look at their lives and make the most of their possessions, including their life, wealth, family, and friends. It emphasizes the importance of performing good deeds and striving for perfec…
The Challenges of Choosing Partners Wisely
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The Challenges of Choosing Partners Wisely
…ycheck to paycheck even though they worked so hard. How do some people manage to squander their own wealth? Many people who see their friends struggling financially do not know what to say since money is a …
…ite diligence, leading to a cycle of debt and financial struggle, illustrating the need for careful wealth management and support within social circles.