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26 Clear-minded Youths — 3 The Story of Five Hundred Boys The Buddha, hearing their words, said, "Monks, a monk like my son Maha Kassapa is dear to deities and men alike; such a man they delight to

In this discourse, the Buddha praises a monk, Maha Kassapa, for his virtue and insight, noting that he is respected by deities and men. The Buddha emphasizes that a person endowed with discipline, est

Wisdom I meditated, at home and at work, to relax and relieve stress. I never thought of gaining or seeing anything. I just wanted to continue meditating until my mind was pure. At about the sixth wee

The narrative reflects on the author's meditation practices aimed at achieving mental purity. During a class activity involving blowing bubbles, the author connects the imagery to their meditation, re

Part Five: Truth for the Family about Dhamma and learned that there was a set of teachings specifically tailored for householders. They include four main virtues, which are: 1. Truthfulness (sacca): T

Part Five discusses essential virtues for householders taught in Dhamma, emphasizing truthfulness, self-improvement, and enduring hardships. Truthfulness (sacca) encourages honesty and accountability,

Part Five: Truth for the Family physical attempts upon His life. However, they had no effect on His strong determination. Furthermore, none of His actions were for personal gain. When offered valuable

This section emphasizes that the Dhamma teachings are accessible and beneficial to all, promoting personal growth and the possibility of attaining Nibbana. It highlights the importance of practicing D

Preface........................................................................................................2 1) The Story of Venerable Tissa........................................................

This collection of stories from Buddhist teachings reveals profound insights into the nature of virtue and wisdom. Each narrative illustrates a different principle, such as how evil actions can lead t

child to be born to her. When someone from a fortunate realm is ready to be reborn, he will choose the best and most generous mother. Once he enters the womb, he brings good fortune to his mother and

This text discusses the concept of kamma and the importance of performing good deeds for future happiness. It emphasizes that an unborn child's merits can influence their mother to perform acts of kin

A Childhood Life Moving forward like the Current of Water Since his father was a government employee who had to regularly relocate to different provinces, Chaiyaboon was raised by his mother and cous

Chaiyaboon was raised by his mother and cousins due to his father's job requiring frequent relocations. His father enrolled him in Talapatsuksa School in Bangkok, a boarding school owned by a royal wh

Journey to Joy slow down and meditate to find new vital energy and courage. Only few minutes of practising can change my existential orientation for the better. 134 Since I started to meditate, I foun

In 'Journey to Joy', the practice of meditation reveals an inner calm and happiness, enhancing self-awareness and self-worth. This journey empowers individuals to uncover their talents and strengths,

Journey to Joy 44 other kindly. This means using polite, respectful, truthful and constructive words. Kind words make love sweeter. Warmth and a sense of security will pervade the household. Spouses s

In 'Journey to Joy', the text emphasizes the importance of using polite, respectful, and constructive words in a marriage. It highlights that kind words can enhance love and create a warm, secure home

Journey to Joy 280 and only hands and shoulders at first. Observing him gently and with a still mind, I felt more familiar with him. It was getting slowly clearer that the person inside me was not a s

In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares an introspective experience where a deep connection with one's inner self is discovered through meditation. The narrative highlights the transformation experienc

Part Five: Truth for the Family of infringing upon all the other precepts. Hence, the Fifth Precept reminds us not to consume intoxicants to maintain our true nature. Thus the Five Precepts are: 1. Do

The Five Precepts offer a framework for living an ethical life that enhances our humanity. They include refraining from killing, stealing, adultery, lying, and consuming intoxicants. Adhering to these

Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 26 Meditation and Family Meditation is the most effective way to train the mind to focus and gain clarity. Consistent practice strengthens the mind so that it w

Chapter 26 discusses the importance of meditation in strengthening the mind's clarity and focus, particularly for children. It emphasizes that while ethical teachings are important, meditation provide

Suzanne Jeffrey never been a groupie to anyone so I am not exactly sure what I am supposed to do with that. After he congratulates Joy on her birthday and speaks with her about her university studie

This passage features a conversation about meditation and the concept of Boon as explained by Luang Por. He emphasizes that meditation involves quieting the mind to facilitate learning and understandi

Vin.II.192, A.IV.186, 210, 213 Just as a piece of clean cloth that is deprived of dirt would well-absorb the dye, the pure and clear eye of dhamma (dhammacakku) arose to the man, on that current seat

The text discusses the qualities of noble disciples in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of clear perception of dhamma and the eradication of doubts and fetters. It describes the transformation exp

Nakamura, Hajime (中村元). 1955 "Ma'uriya-ōchō-no-nendai-ni-tsuite マウリヤ王朝の 年代について (On the Dates of the Mauryan Dynasty)." Tōhōgaku 東方学 10: 1-16(R). 1997 "Fuhen-ni:mauriya-ōchō-narabini-gōtama-budd

This collection includes works by Hajime Nakamura discussing the dating of the Mauryan Dynasty and the era of the Buddha. It also references Frederick Eden Pargiter's examination of dynasties during t

Journey to Joy the majority of my customers are able to give up their resistance against their own parents, spouse or children. A lot of them meet the challenge of developing solutions even for the 'h

In 'Journey to Joy,' the author shares insights on helping individuals overcome familial and relational resistance. The focus is on providing engaging workshops to teach inner peace and social success

Journey to Joy 30 to the distinguished meditation teacher, the Master Nun Chand Khonnokyoong (Khun Yay Ajahn), who later founded Wat Phra Dhammakaya. From a Barren Field I was not born in time to stud

In this section, the author shares personal experiences learning about Dhammakaya Meditation from Master Nun Chand Khonnokyoong (Khun Yay Ajahn), highlighting her influence and the sense of love and h

A person who has the Dhamma for Laypersons (Gharāvās-dhamma) must display four regular habits: 1. Habit of Responsibility – Whatever the task at hand, he must do it to the best of his ability, in t

A person who follows the Dhamma for Laypersons exhibits four habits: responsibility, self-training, endurance, and sacrifice. These traits ensure self-reliance and leadership within families. In marri

Part Five: Truth for the Family 3. We can achieve a higher state of purity. If we seriously concentrate on attracting goodness to us, we will become happier individuals who will be powerful magnets to

In this section, we focus on achieving a higher state of purity by concentrating on attracting goodness. By eliminating negative behaviors such as greed, we can end selfishness and embrace generosity.

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips Chapter 30 The Universal Meditation Technique of Relaxation and Joy Meditation is not difficult. Close your eyes and clear the mind. Imagine that you are lying

This chapter discusses an easy meditation technique focusing on visualization to promote relaxation and joy. It encourages readers to close their eyes, clear their minds, and visualize themselves lyin