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… Mindfulness means a mindfulness that keeps our mind on wholesome thoughts like that of meritorious actions like generosity, keeping the Precepts, thinking of the Triple Gem, thinking of those to whom you h…

This text discusses the Buddha's teachings on Right Livelihood, emphasizing the avoidance of 'low arts' such as fortune telling and the prohibition of harmful trades for monks and laypeople. In partic

…knowing when the mind is caught up with defilements or knowing when the mind has become free of the action of defilements. ‘Outer mind’ means the mind of the physical body while ‘inner mind’ means the mind …

This text delves into the four foundations of mindfulness (satipaṭṭhāna) in Buddhism. It teaches practitioners to continuously observe the body, feelings, the mind, and mental phenomena. 'Mindfulness

suffering of the foetus, like being exposed to a rain of hot ashes. Each time the mother eats something spicy, the whole of the foetus’s body will itch and become swollen with the strength of the spic

This text delves into the intense suffering experienced by the foetus due to maternal actions, particularly when consuming spicy foods, causing skin irritations. It describes 'gabbha parihara …

… Some people have various forms of unpleasant karmic retribution that have followed them from their actions in previous lives. Some are punished as criminals and spend their lives in prison. Some are murder…

This text delves into the profound aspects of suffering experienced from the moment of birth. It highlights 'gabbha nikkhamana mūlaka dukkha', which refers to the initial suffering at birth, and exami

in its place. Even the Buddha and the enlightened ones are subject to the suffering of illness — so who are we to over- look the misery of illness? 4. Suffering as a result of Dying [marana dukkhā] Al

…nd emotional torments that accompany death, such as fear and remorse that may arise from one's past actions. The narrative reminds readers of the importance of good deeds and mindfulness throughout life to …

…of Sense Pleasure [kāmaobhāva]1. Those with such an attitude to life, try to do as many meritorious actions as possible (e.g. keeping the Precepts or being generous) in order to be reborn in heaven. Such is…

The Lord Buddha identified three types of craving: 1) Craving for Sense-Pleasure (kāmaṭhaṇa) signifies a longing for sensory experiences which misleads individuals into thinking happiness comes from e

…ater we find that we have become sentimentally attached to that thing and can no longer let go. The action of desire on the mind is to supplement ONE'S attachment to an object of desire until we find it imp…

…hers. The text warns that excessive desire can alter one’s fundamental nature and hinder charitable actions. Like dye on a cloth, desire permanently stains the mind, indicating that giving it up becomes inc…

with which his mind had been engrained for countless lifetimes polluting his thoughts, speech and actions — which had led to retribution and leading to his continuing rebirth in the cycle of existence — h…

This text discusses the purification of the mind through the teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing the importance of the Dhammakāya Arahat Body and the attainment of enlightenment. The Pathama Magga re

Stealing [adinnādāna]: Taking that which is not given; Committing adultery [kāmesumicchācarā]: abstaining from sexual relations outside marriage. 5. Right Livelihood The Lord Buddha taught his monks

…key principles of the Noble Eightfold Path, focusing on ethical conduct such as Right Speech, Right Action which includes abstaining from stealing and committing adultery, and Right Livelihood emphasizing h…

…rldly [lokiya]. They are all still in the vicious circle of causation between defilements [kilesa], action [kamma] and retribution [vipāka]. By contrast, the further up the scale of purity of the various bo…

This text discusses the progression through successive inner bodies leading to the Dhammakāya, emphasizing the distinction between mundane and transcendental bodies. It highlights that all worldly bod

…editation is the focussing of the mind on a single object and abiding in a single mood without distraction or restlessness, or being caught up in external influences on mood. Meditation is thus of great imp…

…both mundane and transcendental contexts, guides practitioners in cultivating wholesomeness through actions such as generosity and keeping precepts. By integrating meditation within these practices, one can…

…th arise together — the Path of the Sōtāpatti Fruit in the mind and the various forms of underlying action. Right Intention becomes the tool of Right View — just as our hands are the tools of our ability to…

This excerpt explores the significance of the Eightfold Path, specifically focusing on Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration. It emphasizes understanding the aggregates of existence as they relate

4.1 Abstention from killing Evil actions can be abstained from in any of the following three different ways: 1. abstention on the spur of t…

This text discusses various ways one can abstain from killing, highlighting three methods: spontaneous abstention, preemptive abstention through the Five Precepts, and transcendent abstention. Illustr

1. *Double scales:* having one set of scales which underweighs and another which overweights. The retailer uses the underweighing scales when buying stock and the overweighing scales when selling stoc

…it mentions the use of hollow weights and improper measuring practices that deceive customers. Such actions are categorized as Wrong Livelihood and highlight the ethical issues in retail. The content also a…

The Buddha said that a person who earns their living by Wrong Livelihood is like someone who intentionally advises a traveller to take a dangerous road, saying that it is safe, but when travelling the

…tegrity in business and the importance of compassion and ethics in daily life. The story shows that actions based on ethical principles can lead to greater fulfillment than those driven purely by profit mot…

Once there was a brahmin who noticed that as the monks stopped at a certain place to robe themselves before entering the town for alms, the hems of their robes would always become wet from the dew on

…old multiple times to remove impurities, teaching that mental purification and continuous wholesome actions are essential for achieving a clearer mind.

It is interesting to consider that although the Buddha taught the same sermon to all five monks in the Pañcavaggiya, it was only Konḍaṇṅa who attained stream-entry as a result. The reason for the diff

…ections led to his unique spiritual attainment. This narrative illustrates the significance of past actions in determining spiritual outcomes. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

The Perfections which he had built up for himself from the past, together with the good deeds of his present lifetime added up to a level of Perfections superior to those of his contemporary monks. Co

…This text aims to inspire readers to practice diligently and not squander time, assuring that every action contributes to one's spiritual journey towards enlightenment.

must be done has been done in relation to Suffering. 3.6 Knowing the Noble Truth of the Cause of Suffering O! Monks! As a result of practising this Noble Eightfold Path, which gave rise to vision, ins

…It emphasizes the understanding of what must be done to address suffering and recognizes that these actions have already been accomplished. This knowledge is pivotal for achieving enlightenment. For more in…

…thidham: <3.4.1> In- sammāḍiṭṭhi <3.4.2> samma-saṅkappo cludes Right Intention; Right Speech; Right Action; Right Live- <3.4.3> samma-vācā <3.4.4> samma-kammanto <3.4.5> sammaājīvo lihod; Right Effort; Righ…

This text discusses the Noble Truth of suffering (dukkha) and its cessation, emphasizing the importance of extinguishing craving to achieve liberation. It presents the Eightfold Path as the method to