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Our Daily Conduct Morning to Evening Bed room Bath room Kitchen room Dressing room Work room Each Person Evening to morning Work room Bed room Bath room Each Person Kitchen room Dressing room Each pe

This content examines how individuals conduct themselves in different rooms throughout the day, highlighting the significance of each space—bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, dressing room, and work room—in

Peace My wife also meditates. With the great desire to meditate, she gets up at 3 a.m. I don't know why it has to be 3 a.m. She automatically gets up at 3 a.m. She says that her mind is clear, light,

This text shares a personal experience of meditation within a family. The author's wife rises at 3 a.m. for meditation, claiming improved clarity and mood. Their young daughter, inspired by adults, at

Peace this life that has been truly extraordinary but needless to say, meditation got a back seat. My interests in life include travel, people, writing, cooking, gardening, keeping fit, health, music

This narrative describes an extraordinary life filled with diverse experiences, from traveling the world as a journalist to working in copper mines and playing in a band. The author reflects on witnes

Journey to Joy 270 In my personal life I have had the exceptional opportunity of many relationships - including that has given me a broad three marriages insight into the interaction between people an

In 'Journey to Joy,' the author reflects on their personal life, including three marriages and parenting three adult children. The emphasis is on the importance of living in the present moment, encour

Attaining Dhamma: meditative attainment; a state of absorption in meditation where the mind achieves super insight and knowledge; knowing and seeing according to the truths. Attaining the Dhammakaya:

This text discusses fundamental Buddhist concepts including Dhamma, a state of meditative attainment leading to super insight, and the Dhammakaya, the Body of Enlightenment. It highlights Buddha's rol

Translator's Introduction I was indeed honored when I was approached to undertake this translation. It has not always been easy for me to keep in touch with my Buddhist heritage, having been born in E

In this introduction, the translator shares their journey of connecting with their Buddhist heritage while living in Europe. They express deep respect for Buddhism and the teachings of the Lord Buddha

family members fight over property or money. This causes the decline of the very best in the family and problems can only increase. Since our ancestors fully understood this fact, they led their desc

Family disputes over property and finances can deteriorate relationships. Ancestors encouraged their descendants to practice generosity, contributing to positive family dynamics. Teaching children to

Training Buddhist Monks to become Dhamma Teachers for World Peace In order for humankind to attain inner peace, it is necessary to have an advisor who can point out the right direction. Buddhist monk

To achieve inner peace, humanity requires guidance from advisors, and Buddhist monks serve this crucial role. They not only teach Dhamma but also lead individuals on their journey towards serenity and

18. ' Even though Master Kassapa says this, it still appears to me that not one of those things exists. ' ' Have you any further evidence, Prince ? ' ' I have, Master Kassapa.' ' What might that be

In this excerpt, Prince engages in a philosophical discussion with Master Kassapa about the existence of the soul. The Prince presents a scenario where a felon is punished severely, questioning the ab

Start Meditation Today << The important point is to set aside time to meditate every day and make it a habit. You should do it regardless of whether you can meditate well or not. In order to obtain go

Setting aside time for daily meditation is essential for developing a consistent practice. Regardless of your current skill level, it's important to meditate regularly to achieve positive results. Jus

Journey to Joy 288 very quickly. Through this simple technique, one can attain inner happiness. You may think that it cannot possibly be this simple, but all you need to do is to meditate and relax. I

Journey to Joy explores a straightforward approach to finding inner happiness through meditation and relaxation. The text emphasizes that complexity leads to stress, while embracing simplicity allows

Journey to Joy 294 Imagine the soft touch of a bird's feather when it touches the surface of the water. Focus your mind at the centre of the body with this feeling. Maintain the feeling of relaxation

Journey to Joy guides you through meditation techniques using visualization to enhance relaxation and focus. Picture a soft bird's feather touching water and concentrate your mind at your abdomen's ce

Before starting, it is necessary to acquaint yourself with the various resting points or bases of the mind inside the body. • The first base is at the tip of the nostril, on the right side for men an

Understanding the various resting points or bases of the mind inside the body is essential for meditation and mindfulness. The first base is at the nostril tip, the second at the eye corner, followed

54 The Virtue of Absolving 6. Dakhināvíbhanga Sutta 13. "And how is the offering purified both by the giver and by the receiver? Here the giver is virtuous, of good character, and the receiver is

The Dakhināvíbhanga Sutta presents insights on how offerings are purified based on the character of both the giver and receiver. It delineates scenarios: when a virtuous giver offers to an immoral rec

On the contrary, those who had once been selfish, angry, or jealous, and then reversed their conduct by improving themselves, will possess positive thoughts, speech, and actions. When good deeds are a

This text discusses how individuals can transform negative traits such as selfishness and anger into positive ones through self-improvement. It highlights the importance of acts of generosity and expl

The image contains three photographs with children engaged in different activities: Top left: Four children sitting on a treehouse platform, holding up colored paper or cards, smiling and looking che

This collection of images showcases joyful moments among children participating in various activities. The top image features four cheerful children on a treehouse platform, expressing creativity with

52 The Virtue of Absorbing 6. Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta There is the offering that is purified by the giver, not by the receiver. There is the offering that is purified by the receiver, not by th

The Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta discusses the concept of offering purification by the giver and receiver. It differentiates four types of offerings: purified by the giver, by the receiver, by neither, and b

Journey to Joy will be complete. You can work while your mind is still; and you can talk, look or listen while your mind is still. 308 You should train your mind to be still even though you were not t

Journey to Joy emphasizes the necessity of training your mind to be still in a world that often compels constant thought and distraction. It acknowledges the challenges posed by a lifetime of conditio

Journey to Joy 310 I would like to suggest some guidelines which should be followed in conjunction with your daily activities, from the time you wake up till the time you go to sleep. The guidelines a

In 'Journey to Joy', the author provides practical guidelines known as The Ten Homework Assignments for Meditation Practitioners. These assignments aim to cultivate a refreshing and relaxing feeling t

Journey to Joy 312 7. Make the effort to see the virtues in yourself and others. Congratulate others on their virtues and give them the opportunity to congratulate yours. 8. Keep daily notes of your m

This section discusses ten homework assignments designed to cultivate mindfulness and self-awareness. These assignments encourage individuals to recognize virtues in themselves and others, maintain a