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The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
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The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
…ds, and no merit will pass you by. In this way, the merit you gain will be utterly pure and free of defilements. 114. ELEVATE YOUR MIND Elevate your mind and you will see that sensual desires will cause sufferi…
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
Raising Smart and Virtuous Children
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Raising Smart and Virtuous Children
…ause he was taught to endure physical hardship, pain and suffering, conflict, and the stimulants of defilements. With this endurance, he knows to be frugal in his use of the four requisites. By having endurance…
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
The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
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The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
… door to hell, to keep bettering ourselves, and to perform only good deeds, until we are rid of all defilements and finally go to Nibbana.”\n After finishing this chapter, what are you going to tell your childre…
This text discusses the four virtues that foster personal development. The first virtue emphasizes continuous self-improvement to advance one's career and resist vices. The second virtue focuses on en
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha
…ractice His Dhamma conscientiously, whether they are monks or laypeople, can also rid themselves of defilements and attain Nibbana, the immortal happiness, like the Lord Buddha Himself. This is a testament to th…
The mentor should have a clear biography and proven life history. Lord Buddha fits this as His documented life is a testament to His wisdom and virtue. He sought truth independently, achieving enlight
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
…were constantly mindful and did not indulge. They were clever and understood other people and their defilements, knowing how to get rid of them. They were a source of wisdom to their family. Anyone who wished to…
Daily practice of Dhamma has been essential for past generations, teaching the importance of accumulating merit over sin. By fostering moral values in families, ancestors contributed to the developmen
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
….14 Bodhisattas who devoted their lives to spiritual perfections and successfully eradicated their defilements were an extremely rare occurrence. Some achieved their goals, and some gave up along the way. In o…
This text emphasizes the importance of donating Buddha images as a means of showing gratitude towards the Lord Buddha and contributing to spiritual merit. It discusses the concept of Bodhisattas, indi
Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
…tles at certain points along the way.59 The four transcendent maggas, in functioning by eradicating defilements, must be constitutive of the eight elements of the noble path that are instrumental to enlightenmen…
This text elaborates on the interrelationship between Right Concentration, Right Views, and Right Aspirations as pivotal elements of the Noble Eightfold Path leading to liberation. It discusses the sp
The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
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The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
…assed on was determined by the moral quality of their actions (kamma). He then considered how the ‘defilements’ (sensual desire, greed, anger, ignorance) that cause suffering could be eradicated, and seeing tha…
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
Understanding Kilesa and Its Influence on the Mind
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Understanding Kilesa and Its Influence on the Mind
… By dividing kilesa into three categories we may more closely examine the nature of its intrusive defilements on the mind. Greed — If unchecked, greed fills the human mind with an overwhelming irrational de…
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
Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
…that he rediscovered was so profound that he aimed to use it to help all beings reach an end of all defilements and free from the cycle of rebirth. In 1918, Sodh Chandasaro was appointed abbot of Wat Paknam Bha…
Phramongkolthepmuni, originally Sodh Chandasaro, became abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in 1918. Known for his meditation mastery, he organized workshops leading many to attain the Dhammakaya level.
The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
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The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
…he mind is completely still, the mind is pure and perfect, free of any mental contaminants known as defilements. It is in this state that the mind functions at its maximum potential. But the mind is always rest…
มนุษย์ประกอบด้วยร่างกายและจิตใจ จิตเป็นพลังงานที่ควบคุมและส่งสัญญาณไปยังสมอง ช่วยให้เราคิด พูด และกระทำได้ดีหรือไม่ดี จิตและสมองเป็นสองสิ่งที่แตกต่างกัน สมองมีรูปแบบทางกายภาพ ขณะที่จิตใจมีรูปแบบที่ไม่
Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
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Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
… want and still succeed. Realize that you're still an ordinary person, one who's still immersed in defilements, one who's subject to the grip of Mara. The only difference is that you now know the path to libera…
การทำสมาธิที่ถูกต้องตั้งแต่ต้นจนจบจะทำให้การเดินทางของคุณราบรื่นและง่ายดาย คุณต้องทำสิ่งนี้อย่างต่อเนื่องและหมั่นฝึกฝนเพื่อความสำเร็จ แม้ว่าจะมีความท้าทาย ให้เข้าใจว่าคุณยังเป็นคนธรรมดาและต้องเอาใจใส่
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
…us and Buddha do not have the same Dhammakaya body. Because the Buddha and the Arahants do not have defilements, their Dhammakaya body is brighter, happier – and the brightness of the Dhammakaya body depends on …
In this enlightening dialogue with Luang Por, he emphasizes the importance of clearing one’s mind to combat Mara, the personification of evil similar to Satan in Christianity. Luang Por explains that
Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
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Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
Suzanne Jeffrey Again, he draws on the paper and places it on the overhead. 1. In Samsara: Person’s Brain <- -> P/M/T/K 2. Initially with mind: Brain <- P/M/T/K ↓ Mind 3. Advanced (in Meditati
…elves and enhance their connections with others. Effective thinking comes from a clear mind free of defilements. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
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Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
…o see the cause and effect of how our habits are built. Meditation, of course, causes us to see our defilements (our bad habits) and that gives us the opportunity to see a way to change those bad habits. This is…
The text highlights the essential nature of developing good habits from a young age to influence overall health and wellbeing. It discusses how the mother's habits during pregnancy can affect the chil
Concepts of Enlightenment in Buddhism
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Concepts of Enlightenment in Buddhism
…ctrine อรหันต์ (Arahant) the Noble One; the Worthy One; noble or holy being; one who is free from defilements; one who is enlightened; one who has attained Nirvana อรัญทรัพย์ spiritual wealth; transcendental…
บทเรียนสำคัญเกี่ยวกับแนวคิดในพระพุทธศาสนา ได้แก่ อายามูชุ (ภาวะสูญเสีย), อรหันต์ (บุคคลผู้มีคุณธรรม), อริยสัจ ๔ (ความจริงอันสูงสุด ๔ ประการ) ซึ่งเป็นรากฐานในการตีความศาสนา พระพุทธเจ้าทรงค้นพบความจริงเ
Understanding Body and Mind
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Understanding Body and Mind
…the fact that the mind is the master and the body is the servant. When the mind becomes impure with defilements, the body's elements become impure as well. So, once the mind is pure, the body's elements will bec…
Chapter 1 delves into the importance of understanding oneself, highlighting the distinction between human mental capacities and other creatures. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness in recognizin
The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
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The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
…bana. This exists within the human body, but it cannot be seen unless we meditate and eradicate our defilements. Then we can see Nibbana, or Dhamma. And in order to do this, we must practice the eightfold Noble …
In this significant meeting, Luang Por emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Buddhism and education in Thailand. He discusses the three meanings of Dhamma, highlighting the ne
The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
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The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
for who we are: Not in the mirror, but inside of our mind. If we focus on the external, then defilements cloud our mind. We will develop false friendships and these are people around you who have not been…
In our lives, we encounter both true and false friends. False friends can lead us down destructive paths due to their selfishness, insincerity, and lack of principles. They can contribute to societal
The Benefits of Ordination while still Young
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The Benefits of Ordination while still Young
…rief period, you will be able to taste the fullness of true happiness. When you are a student, your defilements are still limited. However, after you are ordained, you will have experienced a glimmer of inner pe…
This text discusses the benefits of ordination for young students. It emphasizes that ordination allows students to manage their time effectively (Kalannuta), experience inner peace, and gain a deeper