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Buddhist Perspectives on Life's Questions
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Buddhist Perspectives on Life's Questions
Background provides the fundamentals of Buddhist views. We have obtained permission from Luang Por Dhammajayo to publish this book. A survey in Norway has revealed that there are many things people st
This text explores fundamental Buddhist perspectives, inspired by a Norwegian survey revealing people's questions about life. The chat show 'Gudene Vet', hosted by Monica Øien, invites various religio
The Value of Life
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The Value of Life
Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 27 The Value of Life Although we realize that our life will not last forever, sometimes we still let ourselves drift into doing things that cause suffering. Som
บทที่ 27 ของส่วนที่ห้า 'ความจริงสำหรับครอบครัว' พูดถึงค่าของชีวิตและการใช้ชีวิตอย่างมีสติ แม้ว่าเราจะรู้ว่าชีวิตไม่ยั่งยืน แต่บางครั้งเราก็ทำสิ่งที่ทำให้เราเสียใจ เช่นเดียวกับโสเครตีสที่กล่าวว่าปรัชญา
A Journey's Preparation: Truth for the Family
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A Journey's Preparation: Truth for the Family
Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 28 A Journey's Preparation The man whom we call the Buddha was able to conquer all sufferings. He taught that we can cope with unexpected suffering by mindfully
In this chapter, the author discusses how the Buddha was able to overcome suffering and teaches us the importance of preparing ourselves for life's challenges, such as aging, sickness, and death. Key
The Journey of Wisdom and Meditation
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The Journey of Wisdom and Meditation
Wisdom now I deal with those problems and keep stress to a minimum level. I have true good friends, a beautiful wife and a wonderful son. My life has become complete and I am contented. Before I met t
This passage highlights the profound impact of meditation on the author's life. It reflects on personal growth, the importance of relationships, and the belief in life beyond death. The author credits
The Purpose of Existence
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The Purpose of Existence
AIM IN LIFE 7. Merely in Transit This human existence is nothing more than a transit lounge for those endowed with wisdom to accumulate the additional merits and perfections they need to attain the pa
ชีวิตมนุษย์เป็นเพียงห้องพักรอสำหรับผู้ที่มีปัญญาที่จะสะสมบุญและความสมบูรณ์เพื่อก้าวเข้าสู่นิพพาน เมื่ออยู่บนเตียงตาย ไม่มีความรู้ใดจะช่วยได้ นอกจากบุญและความสมบูรณ์ที่สะสมมาด้วยใจที่ไม่มีเงื่อนไข การต
The 2004 Tsunami: A Tragic Natural Disaster
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The 2004 Tsunami: A Tragic Natural Disaster
Tsunami It was 7.58 a.m. on Sunday, 26 December 2004 when an earthquake measuring 8.9 on the Richter scale occurred near the northwest coast of Sumatra, its epicenter ten kilometres beneath the surfac
On December 26, 2004, an 8.9 magnitude earthquake struck near Sumatra, Indonesia, leading to a devastating tsunami. It caused widespread destruction across Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and more, wit
ภาวะภัยธรรมชาติในประเทศไทย: สถิติและผลกระทบ
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ภาวะภัยธรรมชาติในประเทศไทย: สถิติและผลกระทบ
The OCR result from the image is: "โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งในบริเวณที่นำรอนตัวบ้าง จังหวัดพังงา มีอัตืชีวประวัติไทยและอาณาจักรในประเทศไทยรวมจำนวน ๘,๐๓๙ คน บางคน ๔,๐๕๐ คน รวมทั้งจังหวัดที่มีอัตชีวประวัติ ๒,
ประเทศไทยเผชิญภัยธรรมชาติที่ส่งผลกระทบต่อพื้นที่และประชาชนในปี พ.ศ. ๒๕๔๗ โดยจังหวัดพังงามีอัตชีวประวัติรวม ๘,๐๓๙ คน ขณะที่จำนวนผู้เสียชีวิตทั้งประเทศอยู่ที่ ๓,๗๐๗ คน สำหรับจังหวัดภูเก็ตเป็นพื้นที่ที่ไ
คำพูดแห่งความวิรัติในพุทธศาสนา
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คำพูดแห่งความวิรัติในพุทธศาสนา
พระสัมมาสัมพุทธเจ้าตรัส คำพูดแห่งความวิรัติ ชีวิตคนเรามิใช่เพียงชั่วคราว ชีวิตคือความมีอยู่ของ คำพูดคือ "ฤๅ" ที่พบในพุทธศาสนภีร์ คำว่า คือ พลังงานวิญญาณที่สามารถสร้างชีวีและส่งผลใกล้ เป็นลักษณะของเพื่
พระสัมมาสัมพุทธเจ้าตรัสถึงความวิรัติในชีวิต รวมถึงการทำบุญซึ่งเป็นพลังงานที่ส่งผลดีต่อชีวิตปัจจุบันและอนาคต บุญสามารถส่งไปช่วยเหลือผู้ที่ล่วงลับไปแล้ว การทำความเข้าใจธรรมชาติเหล่านี้ส่งผลให้ผู้คนมีควา
The Dual Nature of the Human Experience: Body and Mind
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The Dual Nature of the Human Experience: Body and Mind
T he human experience is composed of two important parts, the body and the mind. These two elements communicate back and forth with each other from the moment of birth until death. We recognise t
The human experience comprises the body and the mind, which interact from birth to death. The conscious mind greatly influences behavior, leading to either admirable or shameful actions. A mind cloude
The Inner War for Lasting Peace
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The Inner War for Lasting Peace
actions, will perpetuate in the hearts of millions of people. History has demonstrated that instead of peace, wars only beget great pain, planting the roots of suffering and hatred deeply into the bod
Humanity’s struggles stem not from physical wars, but from inner conflicts with greed and ignorance. We share a common existence, facing birth, aging, and death together. Instead of fighting each othe
The Political Landscape of Iraq and Iran Post-Saddam
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The Political Landscape of Iraq and Iran Post-Saddam
It is out of this reality of conflicting and changing political agendas that a political agreement would have to be forged to transform Iraq once again from a failed state into a functioning one. It w
This text examines the complex realities of Iraq's political environment following the fall of Saddam Hussein and the subsequent rise of Iran as a powerful regional entity. It highlights the challenge
A Comprehensive Look at Buddhist Literature and Philosophy
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A Comprehensive Look at Buddhist Literature and Philosophy
Crosby, Kate et.al. “The Sutta on Understanding Death in the Transmission of Born Meditation From Siam to the Kandyan Court,” in Journal of Indian Philosophy, 40. Crosby, Kate. 2000. “Tantric Theravā
This collection presents an array of scholarly works focused on the literature and teachings of Buddhism. It includes analyses of the Sutta on Understanding Death, Tantric Theravāda writings, and the
This Life Next Life
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This Life Next Life
This Life Next Life 30 In this way, Prince, is the other world to be seen, and not, even as you imagine, by this fleshly eye. Let this be a proof to you that there is another world, that there are b
In this text, Prince questions Master Kassapa about the existence of another world and the nature of existence beyond death. The discussion revolves around the moral behavior of Wanderers and Brahmins
The Importance of Meaningful Sacrifice
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The Importance of Meaningful Sacrifice
It is just as if a farmer, Prince, were to enter a wood taking with him plough and seed, and were there, in an untilled tract, in unfavourable soil, among unprouted stumps, to plant seeds that were br
In this passage, Master Kassapa illustrates the difference between ineffective sacrifices and those that are rooted in right intention and character. A farmer with poor seeds and unfavorable condition
Centre-of-the-Centre: Efficacy in Buddhist Meditation
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Centre-of-the-Centre: Efficacy in Buddhist Meditation
Centre-of-the-Centre: Efficacy in Buddhist Meditation. A work in progress presented to the international conference on Meditative Traditions of East Asia, National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) and Dhar
This unpublished work discusses Buddhist meditation's efficacy and its cultural transmission from East Asia, particularly focusing on Dharma Drum Buddhist College and related scholarly articles on med
Understanding Mara and Meditation
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Understanding Mara and Meditation
Suzanne Jeffery Q: Does Mara exist? What does Mara look like? A: Yes. Mara exists. Khun Yai used to say that Mara is Mara. Mara does not like good deeds and Mara always interferes. Mara cannot stop
In this content, Suzanne Jeffery discusses the existence of Mara, describing it as an entity that interferes with our ability to perform good deeds. Although Mara cannot prevent goodness, it can prese
The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
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The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
Dababamalla Story of Dababamalla When Dababamalla was in his mother’s womb, nearing his time of birth, his mother suddenly died. Many people were under the impression that he also, must have perishe
The story of Dababamalla begins with his mother's tragic death during childbirth. Despite the belief that he did not survive, Dababamalla emerged miraculously from her womb just as the flames of her f
Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
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Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
8. Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines Dhamma has two meanings. First: it means that things are right and good, such as kindness and respect, tolerance and patience, avoidance of whining and impatience.
Dhamma has a dual meaning: it encompasses moral aspects like kindness and respect, as well as truths about life including birth, ageing, sickness, and death. This concept is grounded in the teachings
Understanding the Root Causes of Life's Problems
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Understanding the Root Causes of Life's Problems
Part 1 The Concepts The Root Causes of Life's Problems All of the problems in life come from three main areas: 1. Economic problems : Problems which have to do with the means of supporting on
The main causes of life's problems are categorized into three areas: economic problems, which involve the means of support; social problems arising from conflicts; and defilements associated with birt
The Importance of Merit and Time
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The Importance of Merit and Time
22. WE ARE PUPPETS I reflect on death, realizing that time waits for no one. That's why I made 'Kathina" offerings, re robe offerings to monks, while I still could. Any day could be my last. I don't k
This text reflects on the significance of making merit and the inevitable passage of time. It emphasizes that life is fleeting and encourages readers to perform good deeds while they can, as merit is