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The Pursuit of True Happiness
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The Pursuit of True Happiness
the desire of young people who seek happiness in companionship; once they find their match they are happy, but…
The text discusses how young people often seek happiness in companionship, experiencing initial joy that can later transform into suffering due to jealousy, pride, and disappointment. This can lead to
The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
…fron robes, and ordain into a life free from worldly possessions." Sometimes in life, even when we desire to live according to the precepts, there are times when we must lie. For example, a secretary whose…
After six years of self-mortification, the Buddha discovered Niramisasukha, close to death multiple times. He emphasized living by the Dhamma for true happiness, urging ordination to escape worldly po
The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
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The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
…esent time. Even more important, the determination and faith of Lord Buddha’s disciples, and their desire to spread the Buddha’s teachings, are truly deserving of our respect for their endeavours, so that …
After leaving this world, the Buddha offered the teachings of the Dhamma as a guide for his followers. His teachings have withstood the test of time, showcasing their timeless relevance. The commitmen
Nagasena's Enlightenment and Teachings
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Nagasena's Enlightenment and Teachings
After listening to Rohana, Nagasena was impressed with what Rohana had to say and thus he desired to learn more about the Buddha's teachings. Nagasena then asked for permission from his parents to…
Nagasena, inspired by Rohana, sought to learn the Buddha's teachings and was ordained as a novice. Through pure living and dedicated practice, he attained enlightenment and became proficient in Buddhi
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…may have the opportunity fully to commit yourself to meditation and break away from the shackles of desire so that you may find true happiness.
Duties and Responsibilities for Monks
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Duties and Responsibilities for Monks
…Behaviour Worthy of Respect Any monk who can fulfill these duties may not yet be free from worldly desire but will surely lessen the influence of such desires. Duties and Responsibilities for monks 43
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจหน้าที่และความรับผิดชอบของพระภิกษุ ซึ่งรวมถึงการบริหารจัดการ การดูแลอาราม การศึกษาเกี่ยวกับธรรมะ และพฤติกรรมที่ควรเคารพ พระภิกษุผู้สามารถทำหน้าที่นี้อาจยังไม่หลุดพ้นจากความปรารถนาในโลก
Caring for Health as a Monk and Layperson
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Caring for Health as a Monk and Layperson
…ics like in Chinese movies. Physical exertion for monks should not be at the level that some laymen desire. After your meditation, especially after several hours, you should get up and walk around, or sweep…
การดูแลสุขภาพและร่างกายเป็นสิ่งสำคัญสำหรับพระและฆราวาส หากสุขภาพย่ำแย่ จะส่งผลกระทบต่อการทำสมาธิและการศึกษาธรรมะ การละเลยสุขภาพอาจทำให้ปัญหาทางกายเกิดขึ้น เช่น แผลในกระเพาะอาหาร การใช้สมาธิในการรักษาต
Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
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Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
… is that the monks did not take proper care of the temple. Taking care of the temple will instill a desire for fixing and looking after things. If one screw falls out of a car engine, for example, there mi…
วัดเป็นสถานที่สำคัญที่เกี่ยวข้องกับศาสนาและการบริจาคของสังคม การดูแลรักษาทรัพย์สินของวัดเป็นเรื่องที่ทุกพระสงฆ์ต้องร่วมมือกัน หากวัดไม่ได้รับการดูแล อาจทำให้ฝ่ายเลย์ไม่เกิดกระแสการบริจาคเพื่อทำบุญอีกต
Behaviour Worthy of Respect
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Behaviour Worthy of Respect
…Respect A person worthy of homage and respect is a person who develops himself and succeeds in his desire to be ordained as a monk— in other words, he must successfully rid himself of mental defilements. …
A person demonstrating behaviour worthy of respect is one who pursues self-development and aspires to become a monk by eliminating mental defilements. The three main defilements are greed, hatred, and
The Strength of Inner Peace and Generosity in Monastic Life
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The Strength of Inner Peace and Generosity in Monastic Life
ourselves of desire, establish inner peace, and be able to correct all the wrongful acts in our lives. 8. You will hav…
This text delves into the significance of cultivating inner peace and generosity in monastic life. When ordained, monks face challenges like uncertainty in food availability, pushing them towards rema
The Path to Nibbana: Overcoming Desires and Sufferings
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The Path to Nibbana: Overcoming Desires and Sufferings
of worldly desires and sufferings, by virtue of: • Precepts which will cleanse your body and speech • Meditation whic…
…ace and lasting happiness. As practitioners embrace the journey, they gain the strength to overcome desires and achieve spiritual victory, reinforcing the belief that every step taken on this path is a step…
The Lotus Flower: A Symbol of Purity and Knowledge
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The Lotus Flower: A Symbol of Purity and Knowledge
…on rising from the muddy depths of human sufferings and ignorance. Its serene beauty epitomizes the desire within the human spirit to awaken and nurture unseen/elicited elements of the mind to uncover the e…
The lotus flower has been a revered symbol across cultures for its representation of purity and illumination, emerging from the muddy depths of human suffering. The text emphasizes the ongoing human q
The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
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The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
…owledge is nothing other than the search for happiness. In this search human beings are one; we all desire happiness above all other things. KNOWLEDGE Whether we use the word 'knowledge' or 'wisdom' depend…
When we confront our mortality, knowledge reveals truth and offers a path to peace. Ignorance leads to fear, prompting the pursuit of wisdom to alleviate suffering. We seek answers to life's fundament
Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
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Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
…rs beyond culture, race or religion our minds will expand sufficiently so that we will experience a desire to help and protect them. Greedy and self-centred people think that the world belongs to them, so t…
This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of humankind, leading to negative emotions such as sadness and a
Teaching Respect, Patience, and Discipline in Education
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Teaching Respect, Patience, and Discipline in Education
…sed and nurtured. If formative years have been neglected the teacher must first address a student's desire to take good personal care and to do good things. Then this will create the right conditions for th…
การสอนความเคารพ ความอดทน และวินัยในนักเรียนต้องอาศัยบรรยากาศที่สงบและเหมาะสม รวมถึงครูที่เข้าใจเด็กและสนับสนุนการเรียนรู้ แต่หากนักเรียนไม่ได้รับการเตรียมตัวในวัยเด็กก็จะเป็นอุปสรรคต่อการเรียนรู้ที่ดี
Overcoming Suffering Through Education and Moderation
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Overcoming Suffering Through Education and Moderation
…them will enable us to alleviate or overcome suffering in living our lives without being deluded by desire for that which is neither necessary nor morally advantageous. Education to Overcome the Suffering …
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
TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
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TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
… Giving Support Bears Fruit Once we practice more and more sharing, we will develop the spontaneous desire to give to others, even though we may be giving something that we ourselves may need, but we consid…
This text outlines the ten right views that promote a deeper understanding of generosity, respect, and the consequences of one's actions in light of Kamma. Starting with generosity, it emphasizes the
The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
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The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
… on their level of understanding, the knowledge they have acquired from being taught, and their own desire to learn plus the moral values and examples that they encounter, especially in their early and form…
This text emphasizes the necessity of moral education to eliminate selfish and greedy tendencies, enabling peaceful coexistence. It discusses the role of various types of teachers—parents, school teac
Khun Yai's Journey to Self-Improvement
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Khun Yai's Journey to Self-Improvement
…ontent 76. Be modest 77. Build more virtues 78. All things must be based upon virtue 79. No desire for others’ possessions 80. Sacrificing with people 81. Seeing through people 82. Be a team p…
เรื่องราวของคุณใหญ่ที่มุ่งเน้นการพัฒนาตนเองผ่านการตริตรองและธรรมะ เน้นการรักตนเองและสร้างบุญเพื่อประโยชน์ทั้งต่อตนเองและผู้อื่น มีการกล่าวถึงความสำคัญของเวลาและการเตรียมตัวสำหรับอนาคต ข้อคิดเกี่ยวกับก
Perseverance, Fortitude, and Devotion
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Perseverance, Fortitude, and Devotion
… 180. Be a good model of good Believe 181. Give up bad habits 182. Use kind speech 183. Desire gives rise to suffering 184. Protect your mind 185. Awakening 186. Don’t look down on anyo…
This text emphasizes the importance of perseverance, fortitude, and devotion as essential traits for overcoming challenges and achieving greatness. It discusses key principles such as humility, cleanl