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The Wisdom of Carrying Dung: A Parable
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The Wisdom of Carrying Dung: A Parable
…neither another world, nor rebirth other than of parents by human parentage, nor fruit or result of deeds well or ill-done. If I, Master Kassapa, renounce these opinions, people will say of me : - "How sil…
In this parable, a man carries a bundle of dry dung for his pigs despite ridicule. He highlights the importance of practicality over societal judgment, likening his situation to that of Prince Payasi,
Exploring Beliefs and Opinions in Life and Beyond
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Exploring Beliefs and Opinions in Life and Beyond
…nion that there is neither another world, nor rebirth other than of parents, nor fruit or result of deeds well or ill - done. If I, Master Kassapa, renounce these opinions, people will say: "How silly is P…
In this passage, Prince Payasi grapples with the ideas of renouncing certain beliefs about existence and the afterlife as presented by Master Kassapa. Despite being advised to let go of detrimental op
Academic Contributions to Buddhist Studies
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Academic Contributions to Buddhist Studies
University of Washington. Lévi, Sylvain. 1932. Mahākarmavibhanga (La Grande Classification des Actes) et Karnavibhangapadéša (Discussion sur le Mahā Karmavibhānga). Paris: Librairie Ernest Leroux. Luo
…ions to Buddhist studies. Sylvain Lévi's work on Mahākarmavibhanga highlights the classification of deeds in Buddhist philosophy. Luo and Hong discuss the evolution of translation theory in China, while Ma…
The Venture of Ahimsaing: Velama Sutta
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The Venture of Ahimsaing: Velama Sutta
The Venture of Ahimsaing 7. Velama Sutta And one's sons & daughters, slaves, servants, & workers will listen to one, will lend ear, will make their minds attend for the sake of knowledge. Why is that
…ays, silver trays, and elephants decorated with gold. This illustrates the significance of generous deeds and their influence on the community's respect and attention. Acts of kindness and attentiveness in…
The Virtue of Approving in Velāma Sutta
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The Virtue of Approving in Velāma Sutta
66 The Virtue of Approving 7. Velāma Sutta "Now, householder, if the thought should occur to you, 'Perhaps it was someone else who at that time was Velāma the brahman, who gave that gift, t
… teaching emphasizes that even the act of feeding a spiritually advanced individual can surpass the deeds of notable historical figures if done with the right understanding and intention. The Sutta calls f…
The Virtue of Abstaining
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The Virtue of Abstaining
100 The Virtue of Abstaining 10. Pūrṇā - Kiriya - vatthu Here, bhikkhus, a certain person has done meritorious actions founded on giving gifts significantly, meritorious actions founded on virtues si
… as beauty and fame. The text emphasizes the importance of spiritual development alongside virtuous deeds and the potential outcomes in the afterlife, advocating for a life of merit and virtue to attain hi…
Chand's Journey to the Afterlife and Meditation Mastery
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Chand's Journey to the Afterlife and Meditation Mastery
…anted. And through the power of the Dhammakaya, Chand helped him to recall the merits from his good deeds in earlier lifetimes so these merits could relieve him from this retribution. Her father’s retribut…
The text narrates the spiritual journey of Chand, who, through her meditative attainment, learns to navigate the afterlife realms to aid her father's redemption from hell. Utilizing her Dhammakaya Bod
Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
… of greed, anger, and delusion; hindrances or contaminants that cause beings to perform undesirable deeds.
This content delves into the concept of Dhamma as a state of meditative absorption. It explains the attainment of Dhammakaya, where deep insight allows one to see the reality of life. Key terms such a
Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
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Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
…Every willed action brings future consequences, including future rebirths; the consequences of past deeds largely determine one’s general life situation. Under the Law of Kamma, by which all creatures must…
This text discusses the concept of 18 transcendental inner bodies accessed through advanced meditation, reaching the Dhammakaya for profound insights. It also covers the Five Hindrances, which are neg
Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
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Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
…ara: the cycle of constant rebirth in which all beings are trapped as a result of their intentional deeds (kamma); ocean of birth and death; eternal wandering; the wheel of cyclic existence.
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
Exploring Concepts in Buddhism and Mindfulness
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Exploring Concepts in Buddhism and Mindfulness
…ng meditation 'Stop': stop in this sense means stopping the mind from wandering, or stop doing bad deeds. The key to success in meditation is to still the mind and stop it from wandering. Sutta: Buddhist…
This text delves into the significance of Sanskrit as an ancient language in India and its relation to Buddhist texts, particularly those influenced by the Mahayana school. It introduces the Seventh B
Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
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Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
"How do we generate, or create, boon?" I ask. Luang Por says: "Suppose you see evil. As soon as you decide to do nothing about it, or as soon as you decide to do something about it, boon happens. To
…g the importance of separating actions into three categories: giving up bad habits, performing good deeds, and purifying the mind through meditation. He identifies kilesa as the 'garbage of the mind' that …
Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
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Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey We start to talk about general stuff like the weather and his health and how Jon and I are enjoying the Wat experience. I decide to start the questions, believe it or not, and so I ha
…he 'Treasure Store Discourse', emphasizing the importance of accumulating virtuous actions and good deeds as a true treasure that cannot be stolen or lost. The text reflects on the nature of spiritual weal…
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
…xt life. But if we have compassion on others, and an optimistic view, and help others by doing good deeds, then we will not only have a better life this time by creating good energy, but we are storing up …
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
Five Aspects of Personal Development
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Five Aspects of Personal Development
… with Dhamma. So we need to build good habits so that we not only meditate each day, but we do good deeds, and teach those things to other people, including our family and friends. “The fifth aspect is en…
เนื้อหานี้กล่าวถึงห้าแง่มุมสำคัญในการพัฒนาตนเอง ได้แก่ จำนวน (หากมีมากเกินไปอาจทำให้เราหยาบกระด้าง, หากมีน้อยเกินไปอาจทำให้เราโลภ) คุณภาพ (พิจารณาคุณภาพของสิ่งที่เรามี เช่น อาหาร การศึกษา) เทคนิค (วิธ
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
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Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
Suzanne Jeffrey " Meditation and concentration help us to discover and understand all of this. One of our jobs, as you well know, is to train the future leaders so that they will understand this, too
…bles. Meditation nurtures good Kamma, while unwholesome acts lead to negative outcomes. Unwholesome deeds are categorized into three areas: Body (killing, stealing, sexual misconduct), Speech (lying, harsh…
Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
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Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
as animals, or born into bad places. There are various levels of these: (1) born as an animal (and that includes ANY animal), (2) born as a Hungry Ghost, (3) born as a monster, (4) Go to one of the va
… focus on positive changes for a better future. By fostering a right view and engaging in wholesome deeds, individuals can contribute to a more equitable and livable world, ultimately affecting their futur…
Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
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Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
… they will persevere to do good. Not just to know, but to use the information they learn to do good deeds. And they need to use the power of the teachers to do this. We need to develop in students the disc…
This text discusses the interconnectedness of individuals in society and education, highlighting the importance of adhering to moral precepts and avoiding detrimental behaviors. It emphasizes the role
Case History of the Success of Moral Training
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Case History of the Success of Moral Training
CASE HISTORY OF THE SUCCESS OF MORAL TRAINING W O R L D P E A C E The G O R M i n n e r P E A C E CONFORMITY TO AHEAD REGULATIONS X ACCEPTANCE OF CRITICISM X PUNCTUALITY X
…elf-motivation to avoid evil, maintain high working standards, and steadfastness in performing good deeds as essential components for personal and societal well-being.
Eligibility Criteria for Ordination
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Eligibility Criteria for Ordination
…bts 8. Those who have been convicted of a crime. 9. Those who are notorious for wrongdoings and mis deeds. *Those who are eligible though may not yet be ready to be ordained.* Those who may not yet be re…
This text outlines the criteria for those who are eligible yet not prepared for ordination in the Buddhist tradition. It mentions individuals with outstanding debts, criminal convictions, and those kn