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The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
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The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
…rm, but an intangible one, much like electricity or magnetic energy. The mind is the origin of all actions, good or bad. It is the quality of the mind, or the lack thereof, that makes us good or bad. We ne…
มนุษย์ประกอบด้วยร่างกายและจิตใจ จิตเป็นพลังงานที่ควบคุมและส่งสัญญาณไปยังสมอง ช่วยให้เราคิด พูด และกระทำได้ดีหรือไม่ดี จิตและสมองเป็นสองสิ่งที่แตกต่างกัน สมองมีรูปแบบทางกายภาพ ขณะที่จิตใจมีรูปแบบที่ไม่
88 Meditation Benefits
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88 Meditation Benefits
…ight or wrong and what is good or bad. Many people commit crimes because they don't know that their actions are wrong. Defilements come from a mind that is impure. Meditation helps to purify the mind and i…
Meditation enhances mindfulness and comprehension, fostering perception and awareness. It aligns body and mind, leading to improved focus and memory, which results in better performance in academics a
90 Benefits of Meditation
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90 Benefits of Meditation
90 MEDITATION BENEFITS lived to be true ten thousand years ago should still be true today and should remain true ten thousand years from now. Knowledge gained from meditative insight is based on rea
… acting like a magnet that attracts positive experiences and purifying the mind. Through charitable actions, moral precepts, and mental cultivation via meditation, individuals create merit, enhancing their …
Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
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Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
…intrinsic quality to make things happen. To give an example, if you think of someone whose words or actions have upset you in the past, even though the incident has been long gone and the person is not even…
This guided meditation encourages individuals to reflect on the merits accumulated throughout past and present lifetimes. By maintaining a still mind, one can connect to their intrinsic energy, transf
Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
Klong: a Thai word for canal Luang Por: a Thai word which means Venerable Father, an informal way of addressing a senior monk. Luang Pu: a Thai word which means Venerable Grandfather, an informal wa
…od deeds in Buddhist cosmology, and 'Merit' represents the positive energy created through virtuous actions. The 'Merit Sphere' suggests a personal transcendental aspect of merit, emphasizing that its accum…
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…ie. Noble Eightfold Path: the Path to end suffering, consisting of Right View, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Concentration. Paceka Buddha: a Budd…
This glossary provides definitions and insights into crucial Buddhist terms such as Mundane Merit, which refers to merit from good deeds, and Nibbana, the ultimate state of happiness and enlightenment
Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
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Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey We start to talk about general stuff like the weather and his health and how Jon and I are enjoying the Wat experience. I decide to start the questions, believe it or not, and so I ha
…es insight into the 'Treasure Store Discourse', emphasizing the importance of accumulating virtuous actions and good deeds as a true treasure that cannot be stolen or lost. The text reflects on the nature o…
The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
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The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
…ook the mind out of the body. Thus, there is no peace. Because there is no peace, there is no satisfaction. Because there is no satisfaction, we get angry. Because of anger, we hurt others. It is like a fis…
…th of Dhamma across religions is highlighted. He advocates for creating boon through intentions and actions rooted in love and kindness, while warning against the distractions of greed and negative thoughts…
The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
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The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
…. But when you do, you will need to always be courteous, faithful, nurturing, and honorable in your actions toward those people with whom you share your daily lives. You will also need to prepare yourselves…
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจบทบาทที่สำคัญของกลุ่มคนต่างๆ ในการกำหนดลักษณะและธรรมชาติของเรา เริ่มต้นจากพ่อแม่ที่สอนและดูแลเรา ต่อมาคือครูที่ให้ความรู้และสอนให้เราเรียนรู้ที่จะสังคม รวมถึงบทบาทของคู่ชีวิตและเพื่อนที
Understanding the Nature of the Mind
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Understanding the Nature of the Mind
…on’t see things clearly). The mind is the master of the body and directs the body to movement and reaction. At the same time, the mind receives (and perceives) everything through the brain, nerves and all o…
… by emotions like love and anger. It describes the mind's role as the master of the body, directing actions and perceiving reality through the senses. The text emphasizes the importance of meditation to gai…
Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
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Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
…oked on the material things because we desire them, and that leads us to perform some inappropriate action, and then we suffer. Therefore, destroying all defilements is the solution for real happiness and s…
…izes the need for right understanding and mind control, urging practitioners to avoid material distractions and focus internally during meditation. True happiness is seen as achievable through the destructi…
The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
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The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
…rstanding 2. Samma Sanggappa - Right Thought 3. Samma Waja - Right Speech 4. Samma Gammanda - Right Action 5. Samma Achiwa - Right Livelihood 6. Samma Wayama - Right Effort and Diligence 7. Samma Sati - Rig…
The Eightfold Noble Path consists of eight practices that guide individuals towards the attainment of Dhamma. Each aspect emphasizes practical and mindful approaches to living, including Right View, R
Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
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Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
… functioning with wisdom. “If we think with our brain, we allow Samsara to have control of us, our action, and our habits. In order to discover who we really are, we have to still our mind in meditation. W…
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
The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
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The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
…s. Say, ‘thank you for all of the goodness that I can do because of my food.’ This causes a chain reaction: When you understand this, then you see the universal continuity and connection. “If we use it for…
…lls die, necessitating repair to sustain life. The purity of our food and the intentions behind our actions play a significant role in our health. Impurities not only refer to nutrition but also include eth…
Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
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Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
Suzanne Jeffrey “The Dhamma is sphere shaped. If we put our mind in the center of the Dhamma, then we will be bright all of the time and get rid of our defilements. Center of the center, middle of th
…harmful behaviors despite knowing the consequences, highlighting the struggle between good and evil actions. Luang Por encourages self-help and awareness in navigating these challenges and emphasizes the im…
Meetings with a Dharma Master
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Meetings with a Dharma Master
…fore we look at other people's eyes. In other words, we must always take responsibility for our own actions before we start to blame other people for any wrong action that we think they might be doing. We w…
The text emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own actions rather than blaming others. Through meditation, individuals can gain insights into cause and effec…
Embracing Change Through Buddhism
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Embracing Change Through Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey "We cannot change our past, but we can change today and our future. Therefore, resolutions are very important. So we must resolve to be born with a pure mind to parents with pure mind
…ironment and learning the Dhamma, one can cultivate a 'boon budget' of good energy through positive actions and thought. The importance of studying and practicing right views within Buddhism is also encoura…
The Journey of Self-Improvement and Patience
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The Journey of Self-Improvement and Patience
Suzanne Jeffrey ample, of sitting for long periods of time in meditation. We must also be patient toward the imperfection of others. And we must practice this. Why? Because this helps us correct the
…f. The challenge of societal acceptance, especially for those who have faced consequences for their actions, is also discussed. The importance of maintaining a healthy body and mind as well as the teachings…
Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
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Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey to find the time to really look inside of yourself: Be calm and look inside. You should sleep in the sea of boon, wake up in the sea of boon, and still your mind. Make yourself calm an
…ion sessions led by Luang Por Dhammajayo is also underscored. By looking inward and reviewing daily actions, one can create a peaceful and positive environment not only for oneself but also for loved ones. …
The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
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The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
Suzanne Jeffrey those individuals their moral responsibility to the society in which they live. If they don't practice moral economics, then people can't live together. The first time that the Buddha
… is essential for societal well-being, urging individuals to take personal responsibility for moral action and to become role models for others. The piece concludes with a call for loving kindness and posit…