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Death & Afterlife "Death is like a process of transformation from physical bodies to spiritual ones. The Lord also taught that death is a source of human sufferings" 38 East Meets West - An interview
Death and Rebirth Insights
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Death and Rebirth Insights
Death & Rebirth Luang Por The normal goodbye with dead people is just to put them in the hospital, then into the refrigerator and then put them into the earth; into the tomb. I don't know why that hap
This text discusses the changing rituals surrounding death, comparing modern practices to those of the past. It highlights a universal experience during dying, where individuals reflect on their past
Truth for the Family: Living with Purpose
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Truth for the Family: Living with Purpose
Part Five: Truth for the Family in our life is to live with purpose or meaning. The more we perform deeds that are purposeful and good, the more our life can be considered meaningful. To get the very
Part Five emphasizes that a meaningful life involves purposeful actions. It suggests avoiding evil, maximizing good deeds, and meditating to maintain a clear mind. The state of our mind at death impac
Understanding Life and Death
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Understanding Life and Death
Here is the extracted text from the image: --- Thus, wherever we may be born, the coming together of hearts on this occasion, should help us all to reflect on the perils of continued rebirth in the c
เนื้อหานี้เน้นการสะท้อนถึงอันตรายของการเกิดซ้ำในวัฏฏะและการใช้ชีวิตอย่างระมัดระวัง ซึ่งเป็นโอกาสที่ดีที่สุดในการทำบุญกุศล ก่อนที่จะต้องเผชิญหน้ากับความตาย มันเน้นการเป็นคนดีและการกระทำดีในทุกวัน โดยเฉ
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
Suzanne Jeffrey "The second type is called Kanta Mara and that is about the human body. Our present biology says that man is body, but in higher biology, man is composed of the human body and the min
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
The Resilient Journey of Dabbamallaputta and Rathapala
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The Resilient Journey of Dabbamallaputta and Rathapala
Dabbamallaputta escaped death twice. First when his mother suddenly passed away; under normal circumstances this would have meant death for the unborn child. However, he did not die. Second, when he e
Dabbamallaputta's life began with extraordinary survival, escaping death at birth and rising in the monastic community of Wat Jetavana due to his immense knowledge. Similarly, Rathapala, of noble birt
Concepts in Buddhist Terminology
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Concepts in Buddhist Terminology
สังขาร (sankhara) compounded things; component things; conditioned things; kamma formations; mental formations; mental predispositions; essential conditions; conductive factors; conception; notion; th
Text discusses various Buddhist terms and concepts including 'สังขาร' (sankhara) which refers to conditioned things and mental formations. It details the concept of 'สังสาร' (samsara) as the cycle of
Confronting Grief: A Tale of Loss and Understanding
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Confronting Grief: A Tale of Loss and Understanding
Although the treasure had obtained the Fruit of Conversion, he was unable to bear the grief that arose within him. Accordingly, when he had performed the funeral rites over his daughter's body, he wen
In this touching narrative, a father mourns the loss of his modest and conscientious daughter, Sumana, and seeks solace from the Buddha. Despite knowing death is inevitable, he struggles with her last
Collection of Buddhist Stories and Teachings
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Collection of Buddhist Stories and Teachings
The text extracted from the image is as follows: --- 1. เรื่อง The Story Of A Pig Spirit 2. เรื่อง The Story of Monk Pothillatha 3. เรื่อง The Story of Old Monk 4. เรื่อง The Story of Mahadhan
Collection of narratives that illuminate key Buddhist principles, including the importance of detachment, the fear of death, and the pursuit of peace. Stories include The Story of Kisa Gotami, The Sto
The True Nature of the Buddha's Enlightenment
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The True Nature of the Buddha's Enlightenment
the Buddha’s enlightenment dealt entirely with meditation focussed outside the body. Then, as now, almost all success was attributed to ideas and strategies — but as a result of countless past lifetim
Siddhattha Gotama's enlightenment was rooted in meditation that transcended mere conceptualization. He recognized that achieving true liberation demanded a harmonious blend of theory and inner virtue.
The Futility of Self-Mortification
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The Futility of Self-Mortification
Commentorial Metaphors: Self-mortification: 1. Sugar-cane juice and poison: It can be compared to a mixture of sugar-cane juice and poison. In the end such practices will lead to death, and all for no
This text presents a series of metaphors illustrating the perils of self-mortification. Comparing self-harm to poison, stale excrement, and dangerous leaps, it highlights the futility of such practice
Understanding Suffering and the Cycle of Existence
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Understanding Suffering and the Cycle of Existence
conditioning, stopping, Cessation of suffering 93-4 {metaphor, lion and Suffering as 51-2; suffering as 47 hunter 94); responsible for keeping conduct 145-6 being in cycle of rebirth 80; retin- confu
This text delves into the nature of suffering, including its definitions and categorizations. It discusses the Cycle of Existence and how attachment leads to rebirth. The text highlights the importanc
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dissatisfaction with contemporary meditation, 36; disinterest in monastic titles, 64; disliked contact with women, 20, 134-135; disturbed by ants, 45; education, 22; eleventh rains, 41; endures pain,
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Understanding Different Spouse Types
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Understanding Different Spouse Types
3. A spouse like a boss: Acting like a bullying boss, this spouse robs the dignity of the other. Marriage to such a spouse is like having a boss in the house, commanding whatever you do. 4. A spouse l
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจประเภทต่าง ๆ ของคู่สมรสในความสัมพันธ์ว่ามีลักษณะอย่างไร เช่น คู่สมรสดังบอส, คู่สมรสแบบพ่อแม่, คู่สมรสแบบพี่น้อง, เพื่อนสนิท, และคนรับใช้ เราควรพยายามเป็นคู่รักที่ดีโดยการเป็นคู่สมรสที่ส
Transformative Journey through Meditation
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Transformative Journey through Meditation
CERVICE Testimony 4 Mrs Taweeporn Tansanguan Thailand "Presently, our married life is like that of angels, which differs greatly from the past. In the past, people say we were like a couple that compr
Mrs. Taweeporn Tansanguan, a housewife from Thailand, shares her journey of transformation through meditation. Initially, her life was chaotic, characterized by excessive drinking and failed businesse
Journey to Dhamma: A Personal Transformation
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Journey to Dhamma: A Personal Transformation
ERVICE merits. If I had huge problems, I would make huge merits. This was how I learned about Wat Phra Dhammakaya in 2001, under the guidance of a good fellow (kalyanamitta) from Korat who suggested t
This text chronicles a personal journey of spiritual growth, initiated by the author's experiences at Wat Phra Dhammakaya and the DMC program. From the suggestion of a friend, the author contributed t
The Importance of Elders in Marriage and Family Life
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The Importance of Elders in Marriage and Family Life
3) They must have a life teacher or a good counselor advising them on marriage and relationships. Otherwise, it is possible that they will not be able to maintain a long relationship. 4) They must be
In marriage, the guidance of elders is vital for sustaining a long-term relationship. They provide necessary advice on spouse selection and morality, ensuring a foundation for a peaceful family life.
The Growth of Good Deeds
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The Growth of Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for wrapping. After eight or nine months, there is yet no banana to eat, but there
This text discusses how, similar to a banana plant that takes time to yield fruit, good deeds also require patience to bring forth favorable outcomes. It emphasizes that environmental conditions and s
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 176 the centre of my body and meditate. After that, I take a shower. Then I go upstairs to chant in the meditation room. I need to climb up 20 steps. Getting upstairs requires a lot of
This text narrates the author's struggle after a life-altering accident, detailing the physical challenges faced in climbing stairs to meditate. Despite broken bones and the pain involved, the author
The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
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The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for wrapping. After eight or nine months, there is yet no banana to eat, but there
This text uses the metaphor of growing banana plants to illustrate that good deeds require time and favorable conditions to yield positive outcomes. Just as banana plants take a year to bear fruit, go