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Death and Rebirth: Exploring the Afterlife
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Death and Rebirth: Exploring the Afterlife
Death & Rebirth their mind will be loaded down with the weight of unwholesomeness and thus diminished by darkness. The person will see a black spot or a gloomy picture before being drawn into a black
The text discusses how the state of mind at the time of death influences the journey after life. A mind burdened by unwholesomeness may lead to suffering or rebirth in various realms, including hell,
The Structure of the Tusita Realm
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The Structure of the Tusita Realm
Looking up from the Yama Realm, one can see a soothing brightness emanating from the realm. Looking down from the Tusita Realm, one can see the Yama Realm. Looking up from the Tusita Realm, one can al
In the Tusita Realm, one can observe various celestial domains and an immense structure centered around the castle of King Santusita. This realm consists of multiple circular domains, with the first b
The Arrival of Celestial Chariots
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The Arrival of Celestial Chariots
While the monks were reciting the Mahasatipatthana Sutta, six decorated chariots from six celestial worlds arrived to invite him to their respective worlds. Dhammika told them to wait for a while for
In this passage, while the monks recite the Mahasatipatthana Sutta, six celestial chariots from different worlds arrive to invite Dhammika to join them. Dhammika requests them to wait, fearing the dis
Good Deeds and the Path to Merit
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Good Deeds and the Path to Merit
97. DO ONLY GOOD DEEDS Build only good kamma. End all evils in this lifetime, so only good kamma will be ours in future lifetimes. We are still subject to rebirth because of the defilements we car
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงการกระทำความดีและการสะสมบุญเพื่อการเกิดใหม่ที่ดีในอนาคต การทำความดีและการช่วยทำความสะอาดวัดไม่เพียงแต่เป็นการสร้างบุญ แต่ยังทำให้เราได้เข้าสู่สวรรค์ในระดับที่สูงขึ้น บทความยังได้กล่าวถ
Death and Rebirth: Understanding the Afterlife
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Death and Rebirth: Understanding the Afterlife
Death & Rebirth of hell denizens will denote that one will go to hell in the afterlife. If one always killed animals in the past, one will see the rewinding pictures of oneself killing animals. Then o
The text discusses the concept of death and rebirth, emphasizing that individuals who harmed animals in their past lives may face rebirth as animals themselves. It suggests that good and bad deeds def
Death & Rebirth in Cultural Contexts
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Death & Rebirth in Cultural Contexts
Death & Rebirth Monica Luang Por Monica 56 being, ranging from an earth sprite, a tree sprite, an air sprite, a lower celestial being, or a higher celestial being. Do you think people with a Christian
In this discussion, the complexities of explaining the law of karma and its relation to death and rebirth are explored. Monica reflects on the fear surrounding these topics in Norway, emphasizing the
Death and Rebirth in Different Religions
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Death and Rebirth in Different Religions
Death & Rebirth Monica Luang Por : In the Christian religion we believe that we go to heaven, which is a better place in the afterlife. So life is just a preparation for death in my religion. And I ju
In this discussion, different perspectives on death and rebirth are explored, specifically contrasting Christian beliefs with universal human experiences. The concept of life as a preparation for the
Attaining Nirvana and Ending Rebirth
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Attaining Nirvana and Ending Rebirth
22 27 So, He suggested that there should be no death in this world. This can only happen if we end the process of rebirth by following the methods that He discovered. Therefore, we need to learn how t
This text discusses the notion of eliminating death through the cessation of rebirth by following specific teachings. It emphasizes the necessity of preparing for death to attain Nirvana and ultimatel
Death & Rebirth in Cultural Contexts
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Death & Rebirth in Cultural Contexts
Death & Rebirth Monica ranging from earth sprite, tree sprite, air sprite, lower celestial being, and higher celestial being. Do you think that is understandable for people with a Christian background
The text discusses the understanding of death and rebirth from a cultural standpoint, particularly reflecting on the fear surrounding these topics in Norway. Monica shares her thoughts on how people w
Death & Afterlife in Buddhism
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Death & Afterlife in Buddhism
Death & Afterlife Monica we aim to eradicate all defilements which are the seed of birth. : What do they expect will happen when they are dead? Luang Phaw: A true Buddhist would seek to end the cycle
In Buddhism, the aim is to eradicate defilements that cause the cycle of birth. While true followers seek to end rebirth by adhering to the Lord Buddha's teachings, some may live aimlessly and hope fo
The Universal Love of the Lord Buddha
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The Universal Love of the Lord Buddha
personal interest. It is the kind of love that the Lord Buddha had after his enlightenment. Although he had accompanied Princess Bimba for many lifetimes to pursue Perfections, he could finally make a
The text reflects on the profound love exemplified by the Lord Buddha following his enlightenment. He released personal affections to pursue spiritual ordination and achieved enlightenment, marking th
Unbreakable Bonds: The Eternal Connection of Family
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Unbreakable Bonds: The Eternal Connection of Family
Unbreakable Bonds The bond between a husband and wife can be broken; but the bond between parents and children is unbreakable even through death. Even if we do not know who our parents are (due to cer
The bond between parents and children remains unbreakable even through death. While some may show their love occasionally, expressions of gratitude should be more frequent. The Lord Buddha exemplified
The Significance of Contributing Buddha Statues
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The Significance of Contributing Buddha Statues
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, who experienced and attained high levels of medi
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงคุณค่าของการมีส่วนร่วมในการสร้างรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้า และผลกระทบต่อบุญบารมีและการตรัสรู้ ผู้ที่มีส่วนร่วมในรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้าไม่เพียงแต่สร้างความดีในชีวิตนี้เท่านั้น แต่ยังได้รับอานิสงส
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
…er of merit5, told the team that the power of their collective virtue and merit would lead them to "celestial wealth" and would attract benevolent people to help them accomplish their goals. Her optimism was so stron…
This text narrates the challenges faced by Khun Yai and her team as they aim to create a meditation center despite limited resources of only 3,200 Baht. With unwavering faith in the power of merit, Kh
Wishes Come Through and the Importance of Merit
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Wishes Come Through and the Importance of Merit
103. WISHES COME THROUGH I made the following resolution while leaving a robe-offering ceremony to monks on the occasion of the Magha Puja Day® in which I was the ceremonial leader. Bring your mind to
The text reflects on the practice of making merit during the Magha Puja Day, emphasizing the importance of intention in offerings. It conveys that merit can be shared and received by others, and the o
90 Benefits of Meditation
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90 Benefits of Meditation
90 MEDITATION BENEFITS lived to be true ten thousand years ago should still be true today and should remain true ten thousand years from now. Knowledge gained from meditative insight is based on rea
Meditation offers profound insights that connect us to our true essence and spiritual nature. It generates 'merit,' which is a form of positive energy originating from good deeds. Merit is essential f
Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
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Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
Merit Sphere A merit sphere is a perfectly round and flawless sphere that is utterly bright and clear. It is as clear as, or even clearer than, a polished diamond. It is as bright as, or brighter tha
The merit sphere is a flawless, bright sphere representing all success and happiness. It is the source of positivity, driving individuals from ordinary virtues to enlightenment. Merit sustains one's j
Embrace Life and Perform Good Deeds
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Embrace Life and Perform Good Deeds
Have a penetrative look at this world. Utilize your possessions including life, wealth, family, friends, intelligence, wisdom and power, to perform good deeds and pursue perfection. We should recall t
This passage encourages readers to take a deep look at their lives and make the most of their possessions, including their life, wealth, family, and friends. It emphasizes the importance of performing
The Things that Remain
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The Things that Remain
104 ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES IVXVI The Things that Remain Even if we lose every single thing in our lives, we are still alive and able to attain a peaceful mind through the center of our bodies. If we
ชีวิตจะยังคงมีค่าแม้จะสูญเสียทุกสิ่ง หากเราสามารถรักษาจิตใจให้สบาย การมีจิตใจที่ชัดเจนทำให้เรามีปัญญาและความกล้าที่จะเผชิญปัญหา อย่าเป็นกังวลเกี่ยวกับทรัพย์สิน ว่าสิ่งที่มีค่าสูงสุดคือความมั่งคั่งทางจ
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
someone who is angry or hateful. When we are happy and content with ourselves, we project a personality of self-confidence and social grace. For this reason, merit can indeed change our personality to
Merit is an integral part of our personality, bringing satisfaction and contentment while enhancing social grace and self-confidence. It cannot be transferred, as it belongs solely to the individual.