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Clear-minded Youths: The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son
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Clear-minded Youths: The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son
…hs – 4 The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son Verse 5: Fully alert and ever vigilant are Gotama Buddha’s disciples, who by day and by night are always mindful of the qualities of the Buddha. Verse 6: Fully alert a…
This section narrates how Gotama Buddha’s disciples remain fully alert and vigilant, maintaining mindfulness of the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. Their d…
Understanding the Levels of Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
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Understanding the Levels of Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
… while the latter requires no further course. The Pāli canon distinguishes these two types of noble disciples by qualities they possess. The text enumerates the tenfold quality (dasa asekha-dhamma) that identi…
… described differently. The practice of mindfulness further delineates these two groups among noble disciples. Traditional teachings provide deeper insights into the classifications of trainees, linking variou…
The Story of the Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers
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The Story of the Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers
6 The Story of the Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers While residing at the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke these verses, …
In the context of the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha narrates a tale involving disciples of non-Buddhist ascetics known as Titthis. These disciples prohibited their children from mingling …
Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
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Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
No. | Brahmins (D.III.81) | Noble Disciples (D.III.84) | Implied Parallel ---|------------------------|---------------------------|------------…
The text presents a comparative analysis between Brahmins and Noble Disciples, highlighting their similarities in mythical and spiritual parental origins. It details how both ar…
Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna in Buddhism
With regard to dhamma as the 'essence' of the Buddha and Arhat disciples, however, it may be more appropriate to refer to 'Nibbāna,' for once they have attained Buddhahood …
This text explores the concept of dhamma in relation to the Buddha and Arhat disciples, particularly the notion of Nibbāna as the essence of their enlightenment. It argues that dhamma, e…
Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
…efers to the dhamma that is the incorruptible Buddha’s essence;66 dhamma which gives birth to noble disciples, dhamma which is the shared qualities of the Buddha and his noble disciples which distinguishes the…
…s the incorruptible essence of the Buddha and the noble qualities shared between the Buddha and his disciples, setting them apart from worldly beings. The interpretation of dhamma in this context does not alig…
Chanting and Meditating in Buddhism
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Chanting and Meditating in Buddhism
4. Chanting and Meditating When the Buddha was alive, his disciples could listen to him preach and extol the virtues of the Dhamma everyday. However, after the Buddha …
After the Buddha's passing, his disciples engaged in chanting and meditation to keep the teachings of Dhamma alive. Vatta involves chanting i…
Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
… with, or pertaining to, transcendental dhamma. Thirdly, it gives further implication that Buddhist disciples can attain dhammakāya, and once so attained, it could be called 'his/her' dhammakāya. Fourthly, it …
…ights into its pleasurable aspects. The document discusses the transformational journey of Buddhist disciples, outlining how the abandonment of defilements leads to a profound sense of release and knowledge. T…
Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
…Buddha and Paccakabuddhas. 2. Dhammakāya is not exclusive to the Buddha, but attainable also to his disciples. Once obtained, it is ‘his/her dhammakāya.’ 3. The phrase ‘my dhammakāya’ spoken by Gotami preclude…
…mmakāya' signifies enlightenment and is not exclusive to the Buddha but can also be attained by his disciples, as indicated by Gotami's reference to 'my dhammakāya.' This term is interpreted as 'quality' rathe…
Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
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Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
VI. Reference 3: Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples Besides the term’s relation to the Buddha and Paccekabuddhas, a Pāli canonical reference mentions a…
In the context of Pāli texts, the term dhammakāya is linked to noble disciples as evidenced in the story of Gotamī, the great nun and Buddha's foster mother. As she approaches he…
Understanding the Connotation of Dhamma in Relation to Brahma
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Understanding the Connotation of Dhamma in Relation to Brahma
… designated ‘dhamma-bodied’ (dhammakāya) and he who has ‘become dhamma’ (dhammabhūta), so the noble disciples are entitled ‘born of dhamma,’ created by dhamma,’ and ‘heir (by means) of dhamma,’ as they are nam…
…ed as ‘dhamma-bodied’ and ‘the one who has become dhamma,’ establishing a connection with his noble disciples, who are seen as 'born of dhamma' and 'heirs of dhamma.' This reflects a transformation from a worl…
The Inner Sun: A Path to Enlightenment
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The Inner Sun: A Path to Enlightenment
…gha in 2007, I, the representative of the publication committee, along with Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's disciples from around the world, have requested for permission from him to publish his biography and an accou…
…ment to a world free from conflict and filled with peace. The publication committee, along with his disciples, aims to share his biography and teachings as a guide for others seeking peace. This work serves as…
Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
…cekabuddhas. We shall now proceed to examine further the meaning of dhammakāya in relation to noble disciples. 100 As Harrison states, the understanding that dhammakāya must be singular is 'later traditional b…
…s, embody the essence of spiritual realization. Further examination into its connections with noble disciples reveals layers of understanding dhammakāya, allowing exploration of various transcendental paths, f…
The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
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The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
…es to be timeless. Due to the relevance of the Buddha’s teachings, despite the passage of time, his disciples have been able to pass on the Dhamma to this present time. Even more important, the determination …
…achings have withstood the test of time, showcasing their timeless relevance. The commitment of his disciples to disseminate these teachings deserves our respect, providing us with valuable life lessons to emu…
Invitation to the Buddha
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Invitation to the Buddha
…to their house. So, Culasubhadha prepared food and collected other offerings for the Buddha and his disciples. She then went up to the upper part of the house and looking towards the Jetavana monastery, she ma…
… Jetavana monastery where the Buddha resides. This act of devotion illustrates the deep respect lay-disciples have towards the Buddha and the teachings of Dhamma. The flowers signify her sincere invitation, li…
The Harmonious Teachings of Buddhism for a Peaceful World
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The Harmonious Teachings of Buddhism for a Peaceful World
…ar, I am sure that this world will become very beautiful paradise forever. By doing so we are great disciples, sons and relatives of the Buddha forever and we also follow the old way which the Buddha has done …
…se. By embodying these principles, we honor the teachings of the Buddha and fulfill our duty as his disciples. This content stresses the importance of communal efforts and personal responsibility in fostering …
Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
…eached. Assuredly pleased, the Devas in return would protect the devotees. Ever since, the Buddha's disciples have always extended the invitation to the Devas before the recital of Suttas, and reminded them of…
…s and reinforces the bond between the spiritual and celestial realms. The tradition continues among disciples, enhancing the sanctity of Sutta recitations by invoking the presence of Devas for their guidance a…
The Transformative Power of the Noble Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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The Transformative Power of the Noble Eightfold Path in Buddhism
…, it must refer also to the shared or same kind of qualities or essence of the Buddha and his noble disciples which are distinct from those of worldly people. According to the Buddhist philosophy of the Pāli c…
… how this path aids in the eradication of defilements, enabling worldly individuals to become noble disciples. Drawing from the Pāli canon, it asserts that true transformation comes from realizing truths and o…
English for Buddhism Lovers
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English for Buddhism Lovers
…ษย์ สาวา ผู้ปฏิบัติตามคำสอน Procession อ่านว่า โพรซเซชิน = ขบวน เช่น May I invite all laypeople and disciples to join the procession now. (เม ไอ อินไวท์ ออ ล เลย์พลี และ ดีไซพลอสท์ ทู จอน เดอะ โพรเซชัน นาว) หร…
…vocabulary relevant to Buddhist ceremonies, including important terms and phrases for laypeople and disciples. Key highlights include the holy thread, invitations to join processions, and expressions of gratit…
Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
… consequence of transformation resulting from their spiritual realization of realities, these noble disciples have eradicated at least the three lower fetters (samyojanas), including doubt (vicikiccha).38 Th…
The text discusses the qualities of noble disciples in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of clear perception of dhamma and the eradication of doubts…