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"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th

Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice

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

26 At that moment Venerable Sariputta showed himself at the door of the former executioner's house. When the man saw the Venerable, he paid obeisance to him. And escorting him into his house, he p

In this passage, Venerable Sariputta visits an executioner's house, where the executioner, Tambadathika, struggles with guilt over his past actions. Sariputta tactfully prompts him to reflect on his r

Being immature and the youngest, I would sometimes go off on my own and not help out. Why not? In the mornings, I would shoot at birds and go fishing with my friends. In the afternoon, I would panic

This narrative explores the responsibilities among siblings, focusing on the importance of communication and mutual support to complete household tasks. The author emphasizes how comfort can lead to i

Luang Phaw wanted their son to witness what difficulties face children who do not have parents. With his eyes now open, he may change and love and value his parents more from seeing these unfortunate

The author's experience at an orphanage reveals the harsh realities faced by children without parents. Witnessing their desperate need for love, warmth, and basic necessities highlights the stark cont

1. Teach your children. In a household where children have not developed bad behavior, then they should be taught about right and wrong and how to demonstrate self-discipline. 2. Address the problem

This content discusses the crucial role of parents in guiding their children to develop good behavior and self-discipline. It emphasizes the immediate need to address any self-destructive behaviors. F

Even before problems arise, if parents discuss these topics with their children, lovingly and rationally, their children will understand the immense love parents have for them. This can be the startin

Even before issues emerge, thoughtful communication between parents and children can foster understanding and love. This lays the groundwork for children to make responsible choices and identify good

Verse 3. One Pacifying Word Is Noble Through a thousand speeches be composed of meaningless lines, better the single meaningful line one hears, then comes to calm. Explanation: Expressions replete wi

Verse 3 emphasizes the superiority of a single meaningful word over countless empty speeches. It suggests that true value lies in communication that calms the mind rather than in verbosity. This notio

64. MEDITATION HELPS Addressing an engineer: If you run into a mental block in regards to your work, find a tranquil place to sit down and meditate. Put your mind along with thoughts about your work a

Meditation can serve as a powerful tool for addressing mental blocks and enhancing clarity in both personal and professional environments. By finding a tranquil place to meditate, individuals such as

Jantrasrisalai, Chanida. 2011. “Criteria for Identification of Elements of Dhammikāya Meditacionds., Early Buddhist Traces of Dhammikāya Meditation : Project Overview. Keenam P. John. 1982. Original p

This text presents an overview of significant scholarly works on early Buddhist practices and literature, focusing on the criteria for identifying elements of Dhammikāya meditation and examining the p

Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected increased by at least 300,000 per year while retirement

In 1999, Thailand faced a concerning trend where the elderly population being neglected rose by 300,000 annually, while retirement homes could only accept 200 more residents per year. This reflects a

Knowing the objective of an undertaking is not enough to guarantee the quality of that effort. If a person stops short of a wholehearted attempt, the objective may be realized, but the quality is poor

The content discusses the importance of wholeheartedly pursuing objectives without shortcuts to ensure high-quality results. Using the analogy of washing clothes, it emphasizes the need for thoroughne

in the past. So when we perform good deeds, sometimes we are suddenly hit with the bad outcome. By the same token, sometimes we see somebody doing something bad, but they are hit with windfall. It loo

In life, the outcomes of good deeds and bad actions often seem misaligned, leading some to question the effectiveness of the Law of Kamma. This universal law states that immoral actions will ultimatel

And for the one who has missed the objective entirely, he deserves nothing. And let him know that he is lucky to keep his job. And for those who have worked hard but caused more damage than good, the

This excerpt discusses the importance of understanding the Law of Kamma, emphasizing that those who fail to meet objectives or cause harm must reflect and adjust their actions. It highlights that hard

The Five Precepts That Parents Should Know Teaching their children to abide by the Five Precepts is the utmost important responsibility of parents to help counteract social deterioration. However, be

Teaching children the Five Precepts is essential for parents to combat social decline. Parents must first understand the meaning of a precept, its connection to human nature, and the consequences of n

28 OCTOBER Kasiha Readam After the discourse, Tambadathika accompanied Venerable Sariputta for some distance and then returned home. On his way home a cow (actually a demon in the guise of a cow) g

After the death of Tambadathika, who was gored by a demon disguised as a cow, the Buddha reveals his rebirth in the Tusita deva world. Despite a life of evil deeds, Tambadathika attained *anūṇa maha*

Meetings with a Dhamma Master Meeting #5 March 5, 2009 – Panawat Retreat Center Right before the Peace Revolution Conference ended, several of the participants and I decided to attend another retrea

In this reflective account, the author shares insights from a meeting with Luang Por at Panawat Retreat Center, discussing the duality of body and mind. The narrative takes place in a picturesque medi

occurrences, the small of the large of the large of the body, the small of the body, the large, the large, the small, the large, the large, the small, the small, the largest, the largest, the largest,

This text explores the frequency of occurrences regarding body sizes, focusing particularly on the distinctions between large and small sizes. The repetition of sizes signifies a pattern that prompts

Chapter 37 The Last Moment of a Father’s Life One day, a lady came to seek advice from a respected senior monk about how to care for her dying father; Buddhists consider this an important task of any

This chapter discusses the importance of caring for dying parents in Buddhism, shared through a lady's experience seeking advice from a senior monk. Her father's absence and the moral lessons highligh

Chapter 36 The Value of Life Although we realize that our lives will not last a thousand years, sometimes we still let ourselves drift down into the stream of worldly pleasures which causes us suffer

Chapter 36 discusses the importance of recognizing the value of life and living each moment with full awareness. Despite life's brevity, people often indulge in fleeting pleasures that lead to sufferi