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Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
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Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
When later in life he met Khun Yai Ajahn he learned of the three levels of life’s goals and became further motivated by the realization that all human beings are prisoners on ‘Death Row’, this knowled
The text discusses a man's journey after meeting Khun Yai Ajahn, discovering life’s goals, and understanding that humans are prisoners on 'Death Row.' He learns that sharing knowledge can illuminate t
Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
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Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
177. LEAVING HOME When I was a young girl about 11 or 12 years old, my father came home drunk one day. He was so drunk that he fell asleep on the ground outside the house while the rest of the family
In this poignant narrative, a young girl recounts the turmoil within her family as her father, under the influence of alcohol, lashes out after feeling insulted by her mother. This event triggers a se
The Queen's Regret
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The Queen's Regret
The queen replied that she was only washing her face, her hands and her feet, and so was doing nothing wrong. Then she continued, "But, that room is very strange. If anyone went into that room, to one
In this story, a queen falsely accuses her husband of misbehavior after observing a strange phenomenon in a room. Despite her denial, the king believes her explanation. Overcome with guilt for her lie
Dad, Why Were We Born?
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Dad, Why Were We Born?
Chapter 27 Dad, Why Were We Born? One day, a family invited guests to their home for a religious rite for the great-grandparent. After the ceremony, when all the guests had left, the son asked the fat
In this chapter, a father explains to his son the fundamental question of life's purpose that everyone contemplates, regardless of their status. After a ceremony honoring their great-grandparent, the
The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
examine this so that we will not miss the opportunity to do so. We should clearly understand the importance of contributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to
This text emphasizes the significance of donating Buddha images as a means to contribute to spiritual merit. It discusses the historical context of such contributions, highlighting how ancestors showe
The Search for the Answers of Life
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The Search for the Answers of Life
The Search for the Answers of Life While he was attending Suankularb Wittayalai School, he had a chance to listen to Dhamma lectures, from many scholars, and that inspired him and his friends to esta
This text chronicles the journey of a young boy attending Suankularb Wittayalai School, who, inspired by Dhamma lectures, forms a Buddhist Youth Society. His passion for understanding life leads him t
The Cycle of Violence and Its Consequences
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The Cycle of Violence and Its Consequences
the world where there is sunlight, conflicts are constantly taking place between nations and between individuals. When it is daylight for us and the other side of the world is blanketed in darkness, w
This text discusses the endless cycle of conflicts and wars driven by misguided intentions, highlighting how wars bring more suffering rather than peace. It emphasizes the psychological and social dam
The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
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The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretatume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must fac
…oth healing and peace at the end of life. As the final moments are pivotal in shaping one's destiny after death, caregivers are called to support their patients thoroughly during this critical time, ensuring a c…
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
examine this so that we will not miss the opportunity to do so. We should clearly understand the importance of contributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to
This text emphasizes the importance of donating Buddha images as a means of showing gratitude towards the Lord Buddha and contributing to spiritual merit. It discusses the concept of Bodhisattas, indi
The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
benefits in contributing for a Buddha image. We now understand why our ancestors focused on this moral contribution. My own grandmother understood the benefits of contributing a Buddha image, as she
…allowing one to rely on their own accumulated virtues rather than depending on the merits of others after death. By contributing today rather than postponing, individuals can secure their spiritual welfare and c…
Questioning the Existence of a Spiritual Realm
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Questioning the Existence of a Spiritual Realm
10. 'Even though Master Kassapa says so, it still appears to me that not one of these things exists. ' 'Have you any further evidence, prince ?' . . . 'I have, Master Kassapa. ' 'As how ? ' 'Here it i
… and the consequences of one's actions. This discourse reflects the struggles of understanding life after death and the promise of a moral reward, inspiring deeper contemplation on the nature of existence. For m…
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
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The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
Suzanne Jeffrey Him with everything to meet His needs, but this was simply not enough for him to answer his true human need. And what were those needs? Well, one day, while He was still a Prince, He
In this text, the journey of an individual exploring the teachings of Buddhism and their relationship with Christian beliefs is shared. Through the lens of the Buddha's discovery of suffering and the
The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
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The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
… very common question about life we have always been asking. What are we doing here? Where do we go after death? What is the purpose of life? It is in fact knowledge that will lead us to happiness, and therefore…
When we confront our mortality, knowledge reveals truth and offers a path to peace. Ignorance leads to fear, prompting the pursuit of wisdom to alleviate suffering. We seek answers to life's fundament
The Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers
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The Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers
58 Clear-minded Youths - 6 The Story of the Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers Verse 12: Beings who imagine wrong in what is not wrong, who do not see wrong in what is wrong, and who hold wrong views
…st philosophy. It emphasizes that beings who misunderstand correct views face negative consequences after death, while those who understand right from wrong experience positive outcomes. Ultimately, the discours…
The Bodhisatta's Sacrifice
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The Bodhisatta's Sacrifice
The Bodhisatta, still standing in the river, folded his hands tortoise-wise and took the charm, and saluting his mother cried, “Goodbye, mother.” The Yakkha said, “If you do not return, my son, I can
The Bodhisatta bids farewell to his mother Yakkha, grieving her death after she collapses from sorrow. He honors her with a funeral pyre and returns to Benares with his father. Upon his arrival, he de
Mahāyāna Buddhism: Reasons for Diversity in the Buddha’s Teachings
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Mahāyāna Buddhism: Reasons for Diversity in the Buddha’s Teachings
สุขภาพวัตถุวิทยากรพระพุทธศาสนา ปีที่ 7 ฉบับที่ 12 (ฉบับภาษา) 2564 Mahāyāna Buddhism: Reasons for Diversity in the Buddha’s Teachings (3) Sasaki SHIZUKA Prahamaha Pongsak THANIYO (Translated) Abstra
เอกสารนี้นำเสนอการรวมชุดของปรัชญาที่ว่าด้วยการจุติในพุทธศาสนามหายาน โดยอธิบายว่าโพธิสัตว์สามารถกลายเป็นพระพุทธเจ้าได้ โดยการพบเจอพระพุทธเจ้าที่ผ่านมา และทุกคนคือโพธิสัตว์ที่ต้องสะสมกรรมดีในชีวิตประจำว
The Power of Inner Love in Marriage
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The Power of Inner Love in Marriage
CERVICE Testimony 1 Mrs Anchalee Nathanson, USA "His teachings, above all, instill in us the intellect to cultivate inner, rather than extrinsic, love. The fully fledged inner love shall safeguard the
Mrs. Anchalee Nathanson shares her journey of marriage and love influenced by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's teachings. She emphasizes that true happiness stems from nurturing inner love, which fosters spiri
Transforming Lives Through Meditation
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Transforming Lives Through Meditation
ERVICE answers, so I replied calmly and said: "My dear, merit is the brightness that emanates from within. If you don't believe me, you can try meditation for yourself." Then, I called the teaching mo
This narrative illustrates the power of meditation in transforming lives. The author shares their experience of introducing meditation to their husband, who, surprisingly, embraces it and finds joy in
The Lord Buddha's Approach to Teaching and Respect
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The Lord Buddha's Approach to Teaching and Respect
Even the Lord Buddha, once enlightened, did not immediately return to Kapilavatthu City to give a Dhamma talk to his father. He realized that if he had done that, his father would not have listened. I
The text recounts how the Lord Buddha, after his enlightenment, did not immediately return to his father but chose to build his reputation first. He performed miraculous acts which helped his family s
The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
"Bhikkhus," my duties that are of benefit and support to you are now complete. I now wish to remind you that the nature of all living creatures is impermanence and degeneration. Thus, you should conti
In Buddhism, carefulness is essential for maintaining virtue and reducing the chances of misconduct. As beings with limited lifespans, it is vital to perform wholesome actions. The state of mind influ