community challenges : ​ค้นหาหนังสือธรรมะ

Senior Citizens Never fear from the concerns of the more senior citizens in society is courage in the face if coming of death. Many old people are uncomfortable with the approach of death and for some

Many senior citizens grapple with the fear of death and the possibility of neglect from loved ones. Some choose to distract themselves with material comforts or focus on their grandchildren rather tha

CONFRONTING OBSTACLES XI The World of Problems All the countries in this world are burdened with problems at all times. Problems are everywhere, starting with ourselves, family, neighborhood, city, pr

Every country globally faces a multitude of problems affecting individuals at all levels of society, from personal issues to community and international challenges. These issues transcend social class

fund the consequences of our bad eating habits, this may also lead to unethical and immoral ways of funding our uninformed or mismanaged feeding of the body and its kinesia-driven greed and excesses.

This text discusses the impact of our eating habits and the broader implications of our existence, emphasizing the importance of education to alleviate the suffering associated with living. It highlig

be summed up in the following proverb: One rotten apple spoils the whole barrel. If people think this way, they can harm Buddhism unknowingly. This is certainly not the nature of a Buddhist. Buddhists

The text emphasizes the importance of supporting the Sangha community and not generalizing negative perceptions from a few individuals. It highlights a situation where a layperson questioned the respe

5. Çhalängadāna Sutta : Gifts endowed with six factors At one time The Blessed One was abiding in the monastery offered by ÄnathapÖika in Jeta's grove in Sävatthi. At that time Velukandaki Nandamata

In the Çhalängadāna Sutta, we learn about Velukandaki Nandamata who offers gifts enriched with six essential factors to the bhikkhus led by Sāriputta and Moggallāna. The Buddha, with his divine insigh

68 The Virtue of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to feed one non - returner, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed 100 oncereturners. "If one were to feed one arahant, that

In the Velama Sutta, the text highlights the profound impact of offering food to individuals with high spiritual attainment. It asserts that feeding a single non-returner yields greater merit than fee

The Viktor of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to have a dwelling built and dedicated to the Community of the four directions, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed a communit

The Velama Sutta emphasizes that the true fruits of spiritual practice are found in building a strong foundation in faith and ethical conduct. Constructing a dwelling for the community is commendable,

and study the Dhamma to the best of their ability. By passing on the knowledge monks learn from the teachings of Lord Buddha, monks are in return offering a gift that is more valuable than anyth

This text discusses the reciprocal relationship between monks and the community through the exchange of alms and teachings. The author emphasizes the importance of monks learning the Dhamma to offer v

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

group. He knows that a tight budget will lead to lower quality and over budgeting will lead to wastefulness. He must be honest; corruption for his own or his friends’ benefit must not occur. Organiza

To raise children to be intelligent and virtuous, parents need to impart knowledge and practice good values. Effective budget management is essential; children learn from parents’ examples to navigate

Journey to Joy 170 I was a legless single mother of two young children at that point of time in my life. I had to take care of my children on top of the challenges I faced when taking care of myself.

In this inspiring narrative, a legless single mother recounts her journey of overcoming daily challenges to care for her two young children. For over six months, she managed to handle household chores

"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such

The text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultiv

3) They must have a life teacher or a good counselor advising them on marriage and relationships. Otherwise, it is possible that they will not be able to maintain a long relationship. 4) They must be

In marriage, the guidance of elders is vital for sustaining a long-term relationship. They provide necessary advice on spouse selection and morality, ensuring a foundation for a peaceful family life.

Part Three: Problems Within the Family 1. Money comes from hard work! We can explain that going out at night is a waste of money. People need to work hard to be able to purchase food, shelter and clot

This text delves into issues facing families, emphasizing the importance of hard work for financial stability and cautioning against the dangers of peer pressure and risky behaviors. It highlights tha

they should keep in mind that the Sangha Council has jurisdiction over a monk’s case. When a final judgment is made, people should not criticize or comment on it. If people do, in Buddhism it is consi

This text discusses the challenges faced by monks in Thailand due to negative media portrayals. It emphasizes the importance of differentiating between individual misconduct and the overall contributi

1) A student who seeks knowledge. 2) A teacher who imparts his knowledge. “Students seek knowledge from schools, colleges or institutes. Do you think they have ever done anything wrong while they wer

Students and teacher monks share the journey of learning and self-improvement within the monastic community. Just as students in secular schools may err in their behavior, student monks, regardless of

II. The Different Approach A fairly established academic understanding has settled regarding the term dhammakāya in the Pali canon, that it was used merely in the sense of the ‘Buddha’s teachings.’ In

The term 'dhammakāya' in the Pali canon is understood as representing the Buddha's teachings. It is established through several canonical passages that equate the Buddha with dhamma. Notable reference

'Vinaya' means 'code of conduct', 'discipline' and 'regulations'on the behaviour of individuals. As a collection, it is the name of the first portion of the Buddhist Canon [Vinaya-piṭaka] which deals

Vinaya refers to the code of conduct governing the behavior of individuals within the Buddhist community, particularly monks and nuns. It encompasses the Vinaya-piṭaka, the first portion of the Buddhi

In this prison there is punishment. It is not normal punishment like whipping or torture, which comes to an end; the punishment in this prison goes on forever and ever. Ageing, sickness, death and bir

This content discusses the perpetual punishment of existence, highlighting how suffering is inherent in our lives through age, sickness, and basic needs. It emphasizes the necessity for mindful teachi

An Ancient Secret for the New Millennium monks and others became lay volunteers. This was the community that pioneered the construction of Wat Phra Dhammakaya. At that time, Khun Yay Ajahn was 60 year

The text discusses the origins of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, emphasizing its construction by lay volunteers led by Khun Yay Ajahn. At 60, she dedicated herself to building the temple on what were once open