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Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
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Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
Part Five: Truth for the Family 2. Self-realization: Habitually reflect on the fact that it is natural for us to die. We have not yet gone beyond dying. We do not know when we are going to die. We mus
In this segment, we explore the natural inevitability of death and how it shapes our perspectives on life. Daily reflection on our mortality encourages us to cultivate boonya and engage in good deeds,
The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
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The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
However, the first step in achieving this goal is to convince the parents that good deeds always bring good outcomes, and vice versa. The following episode should help clarify this principle. A laype
The text discusses the importance of understanding the Law of Kamma, emphasizing that good deeds ultimately yield good outcomes, though results may take time. It illustrates the principle through a me
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
By studying Dhamma every day, our ancestors were always reminded of the Lord Buddha’s teaching about never failing to make merit. Because everyone will die someday, the only things that we can bring w
Daily practice of Dhamma has been essential for past generations, teaching the importance of accumulating merit over sin. By fostering moral values in families, ancestors contributed to the developmen
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
Contributing a Buddha image is portrayed as a noble deed, ensuring the contributor's lasting merit and a peaceful afterlife. The narrator reflects on their grandmother's significant contributions, emp
Discourse on Rebirth and the Afterlife
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Discourse on Rebirth and the Afterlife
some of them saluted him with joined hands and took their seats on one side ; some of them called out their name and family and did likewise, some of them took their seats on one side in silence. 5.
In a thought-provoking discussion, Payasi expresses disbelief in the existence of another world or the outcomes of human actions. Master Kassapa counters his views by questioning the nature of celesti
The Importance of Merit in Life
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The Importance of Merit in Life
Merits are the fruits of good deeds. Good deeds performed through generosity, morality and mental cultivation all bring about merit. The fruits of good deeds converge to become a bright merit sphere a
Merits are the positive outcomes of good deeds, which include generosity, morality, and mental cultivation. These merits form a positive 'merit sphere' within an individual, aiding them during challen
Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
Klong: a Thai word for canal Luang Por: a Thai word which means Venerable Father, an informal way of addressing a senior monk. Luang Pu: a Thai word which means Venerable Grandfather, an informal wa
This text provides insight into important Thai terms associated with Buddhism. Terms such as 'Klong' refer to canals, while 'Luang Por' and 'Luang Pu' are respectful titles for monks, particularly in
The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
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The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
76. WHAT YOU DO, YOU GET Those of you who take residence at the temple have given up your worldly attachments for the opportunity to be here. Since you have already given up so much, you should make y
In temple residency, individuals sacrifice worldly attachments for spiritual growth. It’s imperative to embrace every chore and task as a responsibility. Ignoring duties undermines the merit gained, w
The Joy of Good Deeds
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The Joy of Good Deeds
"Venerable, but recently he lived here among his kinsfolk rejoicing, and just now he went again to a place of rejoicing and was there reborn." "Yes, monks. They that are heedful, be they laymen or mon
บทความนี้สำรวจความสุขที่เกิดจากการทำดีในชีวิตนี้และชีวิตหลังความตาย โดยเน้นความสำคัญของการกระทำที่มีคุณธรรม ผู้ที่ทำความดีจะมีความสุขทั้งในปัจจุบันและอนาคต เมื่อพวกเขาเห็นความบริสุทธิ์ของการกระทำที่ดี
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
Raising Our Children to be Good People
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Raising Our Children to be Good People
attend; we just need them to be in a good and positive environment. Being the number one student in class does not mean that student will become the richest person in the world. Knowledge from textboo
การเลี้ยงดูเด็กให้เป็นคนดีนั้นขึ้นอยู่กับสภาพแวดล้อมที่ดีและการเลือกมิตรที่ดี การศึกษาในตำราเรียนไม่เพียงพอที่จะนำไปสู่ความสำเร็จ แต่ยังต้องมีความเคารพและการกระทำที่ถูกต้อง มงคลสูตรชี้ให้เห็นว่าควรหลี
The Sin of Soliciting Prostitutes
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The Sin of Soliciting Prostitutes
"Mukha" means face, form or gateway. So Apāyamukha means a gateway to deterioration, disaster and damage. Any man, single or married, who solicits a prostitute, no matter under what circumstances, has
This text discusses the concept of 'Apāyamukha' as a gateway to moral decline and societal problems related to soliciting prostitutes. It highlights the consequences such as the risk of AIDS, disgrace
Journey to Joy: Love in the Right Way
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Journey to Joy: Love in the Right Way
Journey to Joy 40 40 Love in the Right Way rom the first moment of life to the last, From humans have a natural need for love. We feel satisfied when we are loved, and we are miserable when we do not
From our first moments to the last, humans need love to feel satisfied. Bad experiences can lead to a rejection of love, making individuals fearful of trying again. However, everyone can learn to love
Creating World Peace Through Abstinence
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Creating World Peace Through Abstinence
Creating World Peace by abstaining from drugs and bad temptations Drugs and the path to bad temptations (i.e. gambling) are the shortfall in creating world peace. They undermine both the physical and
The text emphasizes the detrimental impact of drugs and bad temptations like gambling on physical and mental health. These issues hinder individual fitness and ultimately disrupt peace and happiness i
The Importance of Positive Influence on Children's Development
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The Importance of Positive Influence on Children's Development
attend; we just need them to be in a good and positive environment. Being the number one student in class does not mean that student will become the richest person in the world. Knowledge from textboo
การเลี้ยงดูเด็กในสิ่งแวดล้อมที่ดีและสร้างสรรค์มีความสำคัญต่อการพัฒนาความคิดและพฤติกรรมของเด็ก การศึกษาเพียงอย่างเดียวไม่เพียงพอต่อความสำเร็จในอนาคต ต้องมีการสร้างมิตรภาพที่ดีและการให้คำแนะนำอย่างเหมาะ
The Impact of Television on Children's Behavior
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The Impact of Television on Children's Behavior
It is often too late when parents finally realize that this behavior stems from letting their children watch inappropriate television programs when they are not yet mature enough to discern right from
Parents often realize too late that inappropriate television programs can negatively impact their children's moral development. Children may adopt bad behaviors from what they see on-screen, especiall
Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
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Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
Negative circumstances resulting from carelessly reading negative news If parents do not teach their children to thoroughly analyze the truth in articles about monks, the children may thoughtlessly b
Neglecting to teach children how to analyze negative news about monks leads to misconceptions and misunderstandings about Buddhism and the law of Kamma. When children generalize that all monks are mor
กรรมและผลของกรรมในชีวิต
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กรรมและผลของกรรมในชีวิต
ไม่เกิดแต่เหตุผลมีแต่เท่านั้น ผลไม้ดี....ไม่เกิดแต่ เมื่อใดมีความคิดว่า เราทำไมดีแต่กลับได้ดี หรือเขาทำไมดีแต่กลับได้ดี ก็ยังรู้ว่าเมื่อฉันกำลังหลงคิดผิดจากความจริง...กำลังเข้าใจฉันผิดจากความจริง.....
บทความนี้พูดถึงความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างกรรมและผลของกรรม โดยเน้นว่าทุกการกระทำจะมีผลตามมาที่แน่นอน ไม่ว่าจะเป็นผลดีจากกรรมดี หรือผลร้ายจากกรรมชั่ว การเข้าใจเกี่ยวกับกรรมช่วยให้บุคคลมีความคิดที่ถูกต้องต่อชีว
The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
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The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
76 MEDITATION THE MIND "When I'm in peace the world is in peace. World peace begins with inner peace." Human beings consist of body and mind. The mind is a form of energy w
มนุษย์ประกอบด้วยร่างกายและจิตใจ จิตเป็นพลังงานที่ควบคุมและส่งสัญญาณไปยังสมอง ช่วยให้เราคิด พูด และกระทำได้ดีหรือไม่ดี จิตและสมองเป็นสองสิ่งที่แตกต่างกัน สมองมีรูปแบบทางกายภาพ ขณะที่จิตใจมีรูปแบบที่ไม่
Overcoming Bad Habits Through Meditation and Good Teacher Guidance
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Overcoming Bad Habits Through Meditation and Good Teacher Guidance
Suzanne Jeffrey they drank because of cultural values; but in order for them to stop their drinking and smoking, we needed to provide an opportunity for them to follow the five precepts – or more! “
The text discusses the journey of overcoming bad habits such as drinking and smoking by following the five precepts, which include associating with good people, listening to the Dhamma, and seeking tr