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100. OLD MERIT, NEW MERIT I have pity for both the rich and the poor. Rich people are well off because they have “old” merit from their past lives to support them. However, if they don’t produce “new”

This text discusses the concept of merit, highlighting the importance of accumulating both old and new merit for future lives. It emphasizes that while rich people benefit from old merit, they risk fa

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

The Teachings of the Buddha The Teachings of the Buddha are known as Dhamma, a Pali word for the Truth, the law of righteousness. In his first sermon the Buddha emphasized that one should live the Mi

The Teachings of the Buddha, known as Dhamma, emphasize the Middle Way, avoiding extremes of indulgence and self-mortification. Central to Buddha's teachings are the Four Noble Truths, which acknowled

112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A

The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlightenmen

131. HAVING CAPABLE PERSONNEL May I be surrounded with good and capable personnel. Even if they are few, may they all be ones who are wise, virtuous and capable, able to complete tasks with excellence

The text emphasizes the necessity of being surrounded by capable and virtuous personnel, recognizing that even a few wise individuals can enhance one's success. Additionally, it discusses the concept

136. ENDURE Have fortitude and tolerance. Do not create any more bad karma for yourself, or you will keep running into hardships. 137. IMPROVE We have sacrificed many things in order to pursue Perfec

This passage emphasizes the enduring qualities of fortitude and tolerance to avoid bad karma and hardships. It encourages continual self-improvement, urging readers to examine their flaws and make nec

139. THE SPEED OF THE CAPTAIN IS THE SPEED OF THE CREW Whatever you do, do it seriously without any laxity. A leader who does things nonchalantly will have subordinates who are also nonchalant. If a l

This text emphasizes that a leader's attitude directly influences their subordinates. A serious and diligent leader inspires the same qualities in their team. It encourages a fight against laziness, s

150. BATTLE IN SILENCE Pursuing virtue is not such an easy task. You have to fight, you have to endure, and you have to battle in silence. I build virtue. I fight silently. I rely on my merit for help

This text emphasizes the challenges of pursuing virtue, the importance of enduring struggles in silence, and the transformative power of purity and merit. It reflects on personal growth and the journe

156. WILLING TO ACCEPT HARDSHIP I pursue Perfections with the goal to attain Nibbana after I have vanquished all Mara. As long as Mara still remains I will not allow myself to enter Nibbana. My mind i

The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl

159. LOVE OF CLEANLINESS My love of cleanliness has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. I have fought for a long time to keep cleanliness wherever I go. Cleanliness has become a symbol of

This text emphasizes the enduring value of cleanliness, which contributes to faith, confidence, and respect within a spiritual community. It highlights how maintaining cleanliness and organization can

The arrangement miscarried, however, for on the first three visits that Siddhatha made to the village he saw things that had a deeply traumatic effect on his over-protected consciousness. He was initi

This text traces the transformative journey of Prince Siddhartha in his quest for understanding suffering and achieving enlightenment. Over the course of several visits to the village, he encounters t

184. PROTECT YOUR MIND It is the natural condition of the world to have both the good and the bad. Sometimes we are joyous and happy; sometimes we are sad and worried. This is a part of life. However

In this text, we learn that the natural condition of life encompasses both joy and sadness. It's crucial to preserve the quality of our minds, avoiding the trap of negative thoughts. The text emphasiz

186. DON’T LOOK DOWN ON ANYONE Never look down upon anyone, whether he is a beggar, poor, middle class, or a millionaire. When I lived in Nakam Charsi, whenever a beggar came to me for rice, I gave

This text emphasizes the importance of not looking down on anyone, regardless of their social status. It shares personal anecdotes of generosity towards beggars. It highlights the significance of bala

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

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

A Legendary Woman From the paddy fields of rural Thailand, a tiny little farmer girl, completely illiterate, took a journey on a spiritual quest, found a Great Master, learned the great knowledge fro

This book chronicles the remarkable journey of a young farmer girl from rural Thailand who, despite her illiteracy, embarked on a profound spiritual quest. She found a Great Master and absorbed signif

-- The First Noble Truth states that all conditioned existence is characterized by suffering or unsatisfactory condition. -- Suffering exists. Birth, aging, sickness, death, discontentment, disappoint

The First Noble Truth explains that all conditioned existence is marked by suffering. This suffering encompasses various forms such as birth, aging, illness, and death. Essential concepts like attachm

စัทธ Sambhā achievement of faith สัณฐานหรือรูปทรงของมโนติ shape of mental object สัตว์ทั้งหลายมีกรรมเป็นของตน all beings have kamma of their own สันสกฤต Sanskrit, another ancient language used in I

This text provides important insights into various Buddhist concepts including the achievement of faith (စัทธ Sambhā), the nature of mental objects, the principle that all beings possess their own kar

The practice of generosity is the easiest one to perform, and the fruits of merit are the quickest to materialize. The merit result from the practice of generosity is riches and wealth to the one wh

The practice of generosity is vital in Buddhism, revealing that giving attracts wealth while selfishness repels it, backed by the Law of Karma. Pali and Sanskrit are essential Buddhist languages, with

BUDDHISM ‘The religion in the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the spiritual, it should be based on

Buddhism, founded by the Buddha over 2,500 years ago, emphasizes freedom from suffering and is based on logical, practical principles. This religion transcends blind faith and superstitions, making it