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The Vitar of Abmagiving 36 6. Dakkhīnāvibhanga Sutta "Give it to the Sangha, Gotami. When you give it to the Sangha, both I and the Sangha will be honoured." 3. Then the venerable Ānanda said to

In this excerpt from the Dakkhīnāvibhanga Sutta, the importance of giving to the Sangha is emphasized. Gotami's act of offering cloths is noted as significant, with the respect shown towards her relat

This project helps ease the suffering in the life of the monks and novices in the southern provinces. It also gives encouragement to them to stand firm in this region and be a field of merit and an in

โครงการนี้ช่วยบรรเทาความทุกข์ทรมานในชีวิตของพระและสามเณรในจังหวัดภาคใต้ โดยให้กำลังใจพวกเขายืนหยัดในภูมิภาคนี้และเป็นสนามแห่งบุญ เพื่อให้ชาวพุทธใน 4 จังหวัดภาคใต้ดำเนินชีวิตต่อไป ด้วยการไม่อยู่นิ่งในย

I believe that if we look at each individual person, we will see that we are all made of the same components: our physical body and our mind. We can favour our body by giving it beverages, food, and t

This text discusses the connection between individual well-being and happiness, emphasizing the necessity of balancing the physical body and the mind. It questions whether superficial pleasures lead t

If you have an internal experience that differs from what you normally experience, do not become agitated or happy. Keep your mind unperturbed, just observe dispassionately. Do not be pleased or displ

In this insight, the practice of meditation is highlighted where one is encouraged to maintain a dispassionate observation of internal experiences. This leads to a refined mind centered at the body’s

Although we have long dreamed of world peace and of people living together in happiness, we still question whether this dream can ever be a reality. Consider that just 250 years ago, most people would

In a world where technological advancements were once unimaginable, the dream of world peace remains a question. Just 250 years ago, concepts like metal ships and space travel seemed impossible. Yet,

Merit Results We benefit from merit in four levels: 1. The mind -- improving the quality and the potentiality of the mind. 2. The personality -- improving our demeanor and the way we project oursel

Merit affects our lives on four levels: mental improvement, personality enhancement, lifestyle benefits, and societal contributions. The Law of Karma states every action has a corresponding consequenc

The key difference between a mind under the sway of thoughts and the mind that has come to standstill is that the latter consumes virtually no metabolic energy. When your mind starts to come to rest i

The key difference between an active and still mind is energy consumption—less energy leads to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understandi

The picture contains the following text: --- The Virtue of Abstaining 8. Bhojana Sutta The prudent person giving life, strength, beauty, quick - wittedness - the wise person, a giver of happiness

The Bhojana Sutta emphasizes the importance of virtuous living and the impact it has on one's life. By giving life, strength, beauty, and happiness to others, an individual cultivates their own happin

Suzanne Jeffrey "The teachers have a double duty, one of moral training and the other of academic training. So how do we solve this problem of teaching children what is good and bad? We train the par

In this text, Suzanne Jeffrey emphasizes the dual responsibility of teachers in academic and moral training. It suggests that parents must also be involved in teaching good habits alongside teachers a

with disabilities like deafness or blindness? Why are some people born into a wealthy family while others are born so poor that they cannot even get a drop of their mother’s milk? Why are some born in

บทความนี้สำรวจความแตกต่างในชีวิตตั้งแต่ความพิการจนถึงสถานะทางสังคม และถามว่าทำไมผู้คนถึงมีความสุขและทุกข์ที่แตกต่างกัน โดยเสนอว่าคำสอนของพระพุทธศาสนาช่วยให้เราเข้าใจเหตุผลที่อยู่เบื้องหลังความแตกต่างเ

Being born a human requires not only the combination of the father's sperm and the mother's egg, but also the spiritual conception of the child in the womb. The tiny being can only begin life in the m

Being born requires the combination of sperm and egg alongside spiritual factors. Good parents can influence a child's positive reception in the womb. Preparation should start before pregnancy, focusi

Chapter 16 What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along? Here is a true story for parents who have not yet begun creating harmony in their families. There was once a family with three

In this chapter, a true story illustrates the struggles of a family with three daughters, where two sisters have not spoken for over two years due to conflicts. The pain of living in a divided family

In the end, she made the decision to ask a respected senior monk at a temple. She told him that her two sisters were still in school. When they graduated and could look after themselves, there would b

In a heartfelt discussion, a woman seeks guidance from a senior monk about her parents' conflicts affecting her family. The monk emphasizes the importance of resolving disputes early to prevent lastin

Benefits for keeping the First Precept—Not to Kill • You will be free from physical disability; you will have good appearance and beauty • You will have superior physical attributes and strength • You

The First Precept emphasizes the importance of not killing, which leads to various physical and mental benefits, including a long life and good health. Meanwhile, the Second Precept addresses stealing

67, Power through merit 116, One drop at a time fills up a jar 116, With merit you will succeed in everything 119, Born to pursue prosperity 117, Fruit of merit 117, Only those with a pure heart will

This text emphasizes the transformative power of merit in life. It discusses how cultivating merit leads to success, prosperity, and happiness. The focus is on performing good deeds, maintaining a pur

The Virtue of Abstaining 6. Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta the virtues loved by noble ones.24 It is owing to the Blessed One that Mahā paja pārī Gotāmī is free from doubt about suffering, about the origin of

The Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta highlights the significance of abstaining from harmful actions such as killing and immoral conduct. It illustrates how one's journey towards refuge in the Buddha, Dhamma, an

Nirvana Nirvana (Pali, Nibbanna) is the state of ultimate happiness -- the happy condition of enlightenment -- the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of everyday life;

Nirvana, or Nibbanna, represents the ultimate state of happiness in Buddhism, transcending the sense-based joys of daily life. Attaining Nirvana marks the end of the rebirth cycle, granting liberation

We highly regard the Lord Buddha to be our ultimate refuge without reservation – with the knowledge that He was only human – because of His extreme wisdom, His understanding of how to eliminate the de

We regard the Lord Buddha as our ultimate refuge due to His wisdom and compassion. His teachings guide us towards eliminating defilements and achieving Nibbana. The chapter discusses the misconception

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 extracted text from the image is: --- The senior monk : Now I want you to think about what we need to live. The children : Air, food, and water, sir, as well as medicine, clothing, and a house

This content explores the concept of the Five Precepts in Buddhism, focusing on the fundamental necessities of life such as air, food, water, clothing, medicine, and shelter. It discusses how these re