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Understanding Kilesa and Its Influence on the Mind
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Understanding Kilesa and Its Influence on the Mind
…lesa that will try to influence negatively our thoughts and actions, we will unavoidably suffer the consequences. Kilesa clouds the mind, drawing it into a darkened cave to be manipulated like a puppet for its ow…
Kilesa is an intrinsic element that corrupts the mind, causing mental suffering and overriding rationality. It acts like a hidden virus, lying dormant within the mind from birth. When viewed through D
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha: Good Deeds and Their Outcomes
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha: Good Deeds and Their Outcomes
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
…to recognize that while bad deeds may seem rewarding initially, they come with underlying fears and consequences, contrasting the lasting satisfaction of virtuous living. Only through steadfast adherence to good …
The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
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The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for wrapping. After eight or nine months, there is yet no banana to eat, but there
…aw of Kamma encourages individuals to consistently choose good deeds, as actions inevitably lead to consequences, whether good or bad. The text also highlights the common doubt regarding the efficacy of good deed…
Understanding the Law of Kamma and Workplace Promotion Criteria
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Understanding the Law of Kamma and Workplace Promotion Criteria
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
…ectiveness of the Law of Kamma. This universal law states that immoral actions will ultimately face consequences, whether in this life or the next. In a workplace context, promotions can lead to jealousy among em…
Understanding the Law of Kamma
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Understanding the Law of Kamma
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
…t their actions. It highlights that hard work should be complemented by thoughtful consideration of consequences. The teaching aims to guide parents in imparting this wisdom to help their children become righteou…
The Favorite Jatakas
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The Favorite Jatakas
…may belong to different categories; the Lord Buddha’s reasons for teaching may vary; and though the consequences from listening to the Dhamma may not be the same. This is a learning method via analysis and linkin…
This book presents a final edition of the beloved Jatakas, including varied tales that reflect the teachings of Lord Buddha. Through analysis and linkage, readers will understand the essence of narrat
The Importance of Home in Education
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The Importance of Home in Education
… room in which the student dresses is a place to remind the young of the pitfalls of vanity, or the consequences of sexualization of appearance and fashionable extravagances; and also to be aware of appropriate a…
This text discusses the significance of home settings in educating young pupils. It emphasizes that the bedroom serves as a place for nurturing awareness and prayer, while the bathroom teaches hygiene
Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
Suzanne Jeffrey But the four basic needs are the first four that I mentioned: food, shelter, clothing, and medicine. Who, then, provides us with these needs? Usually, our parents or guardians are the
…medicine, emphasizing the role parents or guardians play in fulfilling these needs. It explains the consequences of receiving too much or too little care, which affects personal characteristics and behaviors into…
The Downfall of a Millionaire
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The Downfall of a Millionaire
Now in no long time those knaves discovered that he had taken up the habit of drinking. Then they flocked around him. As time went on, the crowd that surrounded him increased in numbers. He would spen
…tely force him to sell his properties, possessions, and family legacy. In his old age, he faces the consequences of his actions when he is evicted from his home, showcasing the dangers of indulgence and irrespons…
Iraq's Complex Reality: The Interwoven Challenges of State Failure and External Influences
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Iraq's Complex Reality: The Interwoven Challenges of State Failure and External Influences
…me of them are the direct result of U.S. policies, or more precisely of the unforeseen and unwanted consequences of those policies; others are not. Seeking to establish what is the result of U.S. policy and what …
Iraq's current situation as a failed state is deeply intertwined with Iran's influence. The U.S. invasion has led to a power struggle, making it impossible for Iraq to function effectively. Political
The Political Landscape of Iraq and Iran Post-Saddam
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The Political Landscape of Iraq and Iran Post-Saddam
It is out of this reality of conflicting and changing political agendas that a political agreement would have to be forged to transform Iraq once again from a failed state into a functioning one. It w
… less free society and a consolidation of power among radicals. The text reflects on the unintended consequences of the Iraq war and the pervasive impact on both Iraqi and Iranian political landscapes. For furthe…
Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
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Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
…hosen by the Bush administration. **Sectarian Conflict** One of the unanticipated and troublesome consequences of U.S. intervention in Iraq has been the increase in sectarian tensions not only in that country b…
The text discusses the complexities faced in promoting democracy in Arab nations, highlighting the influence of incumbent regimes resistant to political reform. It notes that, despite potential allies
Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
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Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
…ion policies heedless of the conditions prevailing in individual countries and thus of the probable consequences of the policies they were promoting. The United States quickly recoiled when initial efforts led to…
This text discusses the need for a nuanced U.S. policy toward Syria, recognizing its limited ambitions while encouraging a shift away from its spoiler role in Lebanon and alignment with Iran. It furth
The Downfall of a Millionaire's Son
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The Downfall of a Millionaire's Son
Here is the text extracted from the image: Thereupon, taking his wife with him, he found lodging near the house-wall of other people’s houses. With a broken potsherd in his hand, he would go about be
…ow Great-wealth could have achieved greatness in his prime or even as a monk, but instead faced the consequences of his reckless choices. It serves as a reminder of the importance of wise decision-making in life.…
Overcoming Suffering Through Education and Moderation
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Overcoming Suffering Through Education and Moderation
fund the consequences of our bad eating habits, this may also lead to unethical and immoral ways of funding our uninforme…
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
Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
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Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
…tuous; it is necessary to honor those worthy of honor; it is good to be hospitable; actions produce consequences (Law of Kamma); a child has debt of gratitude to his parents; this world and the next exist; there …
This text discusses the primary path of meditative attainment, highlighting the importance of right view as foundational beliefs that align with truth. Concepts such as Samadhi, denoting mental discip
Questioning the Existence of a Spiritual Realm
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Questioning the Existence of a Spiritual Realm
10. 'Even though Master Kassapa says so, it still appears to me that not one of these things exists. ' 'Have you any further evidence, prince ?' . . . 'I have, Master Kassapa. ' 'As how ? ' 'Here it i
…mortality. He seeks evidence of rebirth in a divine realm, raising questions about morality and the consequences of one's actions. This discourse reflects the struggles of understanding life after death and the p…
The Encounter at the Sinsapa Tree Grove
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The Encounter at the Sinsapa Tree Grove
' Why are the people of Setavya going forth like this towards the Sivsapa – tree Grove ? ' Then the doorkeeper told him the news. And he said : - ' Then, good doorkeeper, go to the brahmins and househ
… with reverence, there are underlying doubts about the existence of otherworldly entities and moral consequences. Payasi aims to challenge these beliefs, asserting that notions of another world and the results of…
The Examination of Moral Consequences
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The Examination of Moral Consequences
6. ' Even though Master Kassapa says thus, it still appears to me that not one of these things exists. ' ' Have you, Prince, any proof to establish that they do not exist ? ' ' I have, Master Kassapa.
In this dialogue, the protagonist questions Master Kassapa about the existence of moral consequences for unethical actions. Despite Master Kassapa's assertions, the protagonist cites personal experien…
The Consequences of Apathy Towards Death
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The Consequences of Apathy Towards Death
Let my masters, the executioners, wait till I have visited my friends and advisers, my kinsmen by blood, in this or that village or town, and come back " ? Or would the executioners cut off the head o
…g for a reprieve from execution with the notion that in an afterlife, individuals cannot escape the consequences of their earthly deeds. The dialogue emphasizes that humans, even after death, have no control over…