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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
…lains, "The Cetiya is built like the mind: There are four circles. From the inside out, they are knowing … then thinking … then memory … then perception. From the outside in … just like the way people le…
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
… that is exactly why meditation is so important!" Our "chat" has lasted about three hours. When we wind down with the questions, he smiles. And then says, "We will save the other questions for the next …
… Christianity. Luang Por explains that true communication can occur when our minds are refined, allowing us to connect with the Dhammakaya, or body of enlightenment. Each individual’s journey to clarity …
Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
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Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
…ang Por enters, smiling. This summer, I have come to realize that the monks who are really worth knowing are the monks who are happy. Happiness, I have discovered, is evident in those monks who meditate …
This entry describes a poignant meeting at the Ashram with Luang Por, a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. The narrator contemplates their own secrets and the profound connection felt with the mo
Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
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Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
…llence: All that is got by boon’s grace. A man has excellence in friends; devoting reason right, he wins True knowledge and deliverance: All that is got by boon’s grace. Discriminations, liberations, per…
In the teachings of J. Dhyaan Master, the store of boon represents the source of all desires fulfilled by divine grace. Boonya, or pure energy from doing good, leads to personal purification and enlig
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
…tion/perception (happiness, sadness, neutrality, etc.), memory, mental formation or thought, and knowing or consciousness. All five of these together (the body and the four functions of the mind) are cal…
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey 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 (fe
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Understanding the Importance of the Fifth and Eight Precepts
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Understanding the Importance of the Fifth and Eight Precepts
…r for self-purification on a periodic basis, such as once or twice a week. They consist of the following: 1. Not to kill living beings (including animals) 2. Not to steal 3. Not to engage in sexual activ…
The text discusses the severe consequences of violating the Fifth Precept in Buddhism, leading to unhappiness and potential mental disorders in future lives. It emphasizes the benefits of adhering to
ธรรมากราว: วารสารวิชาการทางพระพุทธศาสนา
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ธรรมากราว: วารสารวิชาการทางพระพุทธศาสนา
…ersity of Hong Kong. Jayatilleke, K.N. 1963. Early Buddhist Theory of Knowledge. London: Allen & Unwin. Monier-Williams, Monier, Sir 1899 A Sanskrit-English dictionary: etymologically and philologicall…
วารสารวิชาการนี้จัดทำขึ้นเพื่อเสนอข้อมูลเกี่ยวกับพระพุทธศาสนาและตรรกศาสตร์ในบริบทของการศึกษา รวมไปถึงการสำรวจปรัชญาในเชิงภาพรวมโดยการกล่าวถึงผลงานของนักคิดหลายคน เช่น Dhammajoti และ Jayatilleke โดยบทค
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: Insights from Luang Por
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: Insights from Luang Por
…n a mountain top in a sleekly pristine facility overlooking the avocado orchard that the Wat has growing on their grounds. The hall is encased with glass, just so you can remember in your meditation that…
… the body and introduces the concept of the mind as an invisible and refined element, capable of knowing, highlighting the importance of Dhamma in understanding both elements of human existence. Personal…
Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
…re wrong states to be in, in every one of these spheres: perception, memorization, thinking, and knowing. But how do we change this? By keeping our mind pure at all times! But in order to keep our mind p…
…h affect our thinking. Defilements are described as refined filthy elements that cloud the mind, drawing us away from clarity and wisdom. The text highlights thirteen characteristics of the mind, such as…
The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
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The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
…ecause kusala is really a tool that destroys evil or ‘badness’ which is what the Buddha was born knowing. A wise person will not do something evil so when this person does something good, then Boonya is …
In this teaching, Luang Por 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 ea
Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
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Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
…ed to be met. Or, each encounter we have with each person we meet has an outcome. This is why in knowing, learning, and understanding the eightfold path, each person will be able to overcome unhappiness …
In this enlightening Dhamma talk, Luang Por emphasizes the uniqueness of each individual's Eightfold Path, advocating that while everyone's journey is distinct, the universal qualities remain unchange
The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
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The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
The Eightfold Noble Path For Attaining Dhamma 1. Samma Ditti - Right View and Understanding 2. Samma Sanggappa - Right Thought 3. Samma Waja - Right Speech 4. Samma Gammanda - Right Action 5. Samma A
…indful approaches to living, including Right View, Right Thought, Right Speech, and others. By following these principles, one can cultivate inner peace and light, ultimately leading to spiritual enlight…
Research on the Ekottarika-àgama
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Research on the Ekottarika-àgama
…hō 125). edited by Dhammadinnā. 133-194. Taiwan: Dharma Drum Publishing Corporation. PULLEYLANK, Edwin G. 1991 Lexicon of Reconstructed Pronunciation in Early Middle Chinese, Late Middle Chinese, and E…
This text consists of scholarly contributions regarding the Ekottarika-àgama, a significant Buddhist scripture. Hiroaka discusses the school affiliations of this text, while Kuan highlights key Mahaya
Benefits of Keeping the Fourth Precept and Risks of Breaking the Fifth Precept
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Benefits of Keeping the Fourth Precept and Risks of Breaking the Fifth Precept
… 5. Consuming Alcohol and Other Intoxicating Substance – Breaking the Fifth Precept Alcohol (beer, wine, whiskey) and any mind-altering substances, such as heroin, cocaine, marijuana, opium, and tobacco…
Keeping the Fourth Precept offers numerous benefits including a radiant complexion, credibility in speech, and overall physical health. Conversely, breaking the Fifth Precept by consuming alcohol and
The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
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The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
…vely. If WE don’t do it, then everything that we have learned yesterday and today would be like throwing 128
This text discusses how habits develop from early training and repeated actions, and emphasizes that both good and bad habits influence our lives. It highlights the need for teachers to first correct
Understanding the Nature of the Mind
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Understanding the Nature of the Mind
… favorites. This is a topic that he has discussed at various times, to various groups, but the following is a super condensed version of this particular day and it includes some of the other notes I have…
ในวันนี้กลุ่มผู้ทำสมาธิได้รวมตัวกันที่อาศรม เพื่อเรียนรู้เกี่ยวกับธรรมชาติของจิตใจจากหลวงพ่อ ซึ่งได้อธิบายความแตกต่างระหว่าง 'สมอง' กับ 'จิตใจ' โดยสมองเป็นอวัยวะที่ใช้กรองข้อมูลไปยังจิตใจ สรุปได้ว่าธร
Understanding the Elements of Body and Mind
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Understanding the Elements of Body and Mind
Suzanne Jeffrey perfectly mixed together in the body: earth, water, wind and fire. The earth element is the solid component of flesh, skin, and bone. The water element is …
This text discusses the four essential elements of the body—earth, water, wind, and fire—and introduces the concept of the mind as a refined, invisible entity that exists only i…
Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
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Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
…(the five senses actually) takes in information in this way: Perception, Memorization, Thinking, Knowing or Cognition. Perception, of course, starts the process by an action happening to us, or by us sim…
This text discusses the intricate processes of how our brain perceives, memorizes, thinks, and ultimately knows. It highlights the significance of each stage, emphasizing the depth required in thinkin
Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
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Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
…d <- -> P/M/T/K P = Perception/Sensation M = Memorization or Memory T = Thinking or Thought K = Knowing/Cognition "Remember, we are not what we think with our brain because thinking with our brain can …
In this discussion, the relationship between the brain and mind is explored in the context of Samsara. The text explains that our thinking can often be clouded by the limitations of our brain, leading