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Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy cope with it well. I'm so surprised. I did not cry, instead I sat still and concentrated my mind at the centre of my body. Then, I found the answer. I realised that I had to be strong a
In this excerpt, the author shares their experience of coping with life's inevitabilities such as birth, aging, sickness, and death. Instead of succumbing to sorrow, they found strength through medita
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
Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Claiming our Birthright
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Claiming our Birthright
22 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 13. Claiming our Birthright All of you are endowed with great merit to be blessed with the know-how that can allow you to attain the Triple Gem inside. The body of enlightenm
This text emphasizes the importance of realizing our potential and accessing the Dhammakaya within each of us for true enlightenment. It highlights that human life is a precious opportunity to pursue
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佛陀 birth 第六世 在佛陀修波罗蜜的生命史里, 第六世为菩提塔。 他勤修持戒波罗蜜。 所谓戒波罗蜜是 指对自己的身、口、意很谦慎, 让自己宁静,避免造恶, 时刻需要忍耐、抑制, 具有羞愧悔悟之心。 在这一世中,他身为菩提塔海龙, 勤修持戒波罗蜜,忍受痛入骨髓的折磨, 牺牲自己的生命,也不愿破戒。 他持守净戒而不想伤害到任何人。 他如此勤修戒波罗蜜,称为「宁死不造恶」。
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佛陀 birth 第七世 在佛陀修波罗蜜的生命里, 第七世为弥塔王子。 弥塔王子的故事, 叙述佛陀愿意以生命为赌注,修忍辱波罗蜜。 所谓的「忍辱波罗蜜」, 乃是忍耐及灭除内心的烦恼, 维持平常心的品德,不受任何障碍所动摇, 也不受到赞扬或背后的骂誉所影响。 就如同大地一般, 无论人们将干净或脏乱的东西丢进来, 大地都不会愤怒。 在这一世中,菩萨出生为「弥塔王子」, 为了让别人能脱离灾难,愿意
Path to Inner Happiness Through Meditation
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Path to Inner Happiness Through Meditation
Preface “All people are from one family. We breathe the same air, Drink water under a single sky, Behold the same sun, moon, and stars. We will live together in this world from our birth Until the la
The Most Venerable Phrajarbhavanavisudh expresses the unity of humanity, emphasizing that all individuals, regardless of differences, belong to one family. He encourages the pursuit of inner happiness
Finding the Right Teacher in Buddhism
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Finding the Right Teacher in Buddhism
On their first meeting, the young man believed that he had found the teacher who he had been searching for, for such a long time. Therefore, he requested, with confidence in her, to be her student. La
In his first meeting with Khun Yai, Chaiboon felt he had finally found the teacher he sought for years. Khun Yai revealed that he was the one Luang Phaw Wat Paknam had requested during World War II. T
Khun Yay's Meditation Insights
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Khun Yay's Meditation Insights
It was a clear and direct answer that was completely different from any answers he had heard before. This indicated the confidence she had in her experience, and what she knew and saw on her own. This
Khun Yay's meditation under the guidance of Luang Pu Wat Paknam revealed profound insights about life and its ultimate goal. With remarkable dedication, she meditated for twelve hours daily, leading t
The Path to World Peace through Meditation
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The Path to World Peace through Meditation
To create world peace by allowing one's mind to reach inner happiness first, according to the practice called meditation, is what we ought to do. It is what each and every single person should be conc
Creating world peace starts with achieving inner happiness through meditation. Regardless of cultural or religious backgrounds, meditation serves as a universal practice to improve mental clarity and
The Impact of Parenting on Child Development
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The Impact of Parenting on Child Development
The presence of the newborn will force the parents to work even harder, so they will have enough to care for the child. The more children they decide to have; the more their responsibilities will incr
This text discusses the critical impact of parental actions on a child's development. It introduces the concept of kilesa as a destructive force within everyone, including infants, and emphasizes the
Understanding Marital Conflicts and Tolerance
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Understanding Marital Conflicts and Tolerance
here is the extracted text from the image: --- there is something that still displeases us. When we are displeased with ourselves, they are considered weaknesses that have turned into bad habits. A
This text discusses the inevitability of conflicts in marriages, highlighting the need for couples to acknowledge their weaknesses and the importance of enduring each other's shortcomings. It poses th
Understanding Life Differences Through Buddhism
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Understanding Life Differences Through Buddhism
with disabilities like deafness or blindness? Why are some people born into a wealthy family while others are born so poor that they cannot even get a drop of their mother’s milk? Why are some born in
บทความนี้สำรวจความแตกต่างในชีวิตตั้งแต่ความพิการจนถึงสถานะทางสังคม และถามว่าทำไมผู้คนถึงมีความสุขและทุกข์ที่แตกต่างกัน โดยเสนอว่าคำสอนของพระพุทธศาสนาช่วยให้เราเข้าใจเหตุผลที่อยู่เบื้องหลังความแตกต่างเ
The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
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The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
"How much do you spend in a year going out to clubs?" "I guess about two or three times the amount spent on liquor." "Son, you contribute about 2,000 to 2,500 baht every year to making merit, but
This narrative reveals the transformation of an individual after receiving a wake-up call about the excessive spending on vices like drinking and smoking. Guided by Khun Yav and a realization of prior
Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
This question has prompted me to study Buddhism seriously, which has given me an understanding of life: 1. Death is not the end. We still have to be reborn indefinitely, as long as we have not rid o
This text delves into the principles of Buddhism, emphasizing the idea of rebirth and the impact of kamma on one’s life. It discusses the existence of hell and heaven based on one's deeds and the dive
Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
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Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
Chapter 33 **Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand** Once, I had the chance to observe a senior monk simplify the Five Precepts for the children. The writer was impressed with
In this chapter, a senior monk demonstrates how to simplify the Five Precepts for children. The focus is on making these fundamental teachings understandable through engaging dialogue. The Five Precep
Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
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Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
do not know when we are going to die. We must sooner or later be separated from all loved ones and treasured things. How can people think about death? 1. Thinking about death with the false view: Th
In contemplating death, there are varied perspectives. The false view neglects merit and life’s purpose, while the right view emphasizes the importance of good deeds before we die. Life’s ultimate goa
Characteristics of a True Buddhist
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Characteristics of a True Buddhist
are like any of them and if we have performed our duties as true Buddhists yet or not. A true Buddhist must exhibit the following characteristics: 1) Belief in the Lord Buddha’s Enlightenment. It is
This text outlines the defining characteristics of a true Buddhist, emphasizing belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment, adherence to the 5 precepts, understanding the Law of Kamma, and maintaining
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 Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
Here is the extracted text from the image: --- Those who are not born during the life of a Buddha must seek refuge in the Lord Buddha’s teachings, unaware of His appearance. Our country’s ancestors
Those not born during Buddha's time must seek refuge in His teachings. Our ancestors, through meditation, recreated His image in Buddha statues, enriching our faith and spiritual knowledge. Contributi
Yuwakalanayamittra Training and Its Impact
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Yuwakalanayamittra Training and Its Impact
activities such as music composing for the 1985 New Year celebration, and exercises on public speaking, advocacy and fundraising for Kathina or robe offerings thus constituted their daily routine. Som
The Yuwakalanayamittra training program has significantly influenced children's lives since its inception. In 1985, activities like music composing and public speaking prepared them for spiritual lead