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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master the greatest possible goodness to humanity, the destruction of Mara, which is the behind-the-scenes influential power of evil in existence. For Christians, I suppose, th
…dy of enlightenment. Each individual’s journey to clarity is crucial before influencing others. The discussion spans three hours, showcasing the depth of Buddhist teachings and the anticipation of future engage…
The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
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The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
NICENESS WITH A DHAMMA TEACHER become pure and then work together. If many pure people came together, then we could help one another destroy Mara. And this is what the temple is trying to do. We prev
…nd negative thoughts. Meditation is encouraged as a means to deeper understanding and teaching. The discussion ends with a hint of a captivating story shared by another participant.
Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
the third is thought or conceptualization, and the fourth is wisdom, or merging this new awareness into our pool of accumulated knowledge we already have stored. “War and conflict, of course, are wro
…raits is crucial for anyone seeking to enhance their meditation practice and mental well-being. The discussion emphasizes the importance of knowing the nature of the mind to combat the negativity that may arise…
Meetings with a Dharma Master
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Meetings with a Dharma Master
Meetings with a Dharma Master each of our social groups. But, as our understanding becomes more refined, our journey within each group becomes more unified because of our understanding – our Right Vi
In this insightful discussion, a Dharma Master emphasizes the importance of refined understanding within social groups. As indivi…
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
In this discussion, the relationship between the brain and mind is explored in the context of Samsara. The text explai…
Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
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Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
Meeting #10 04 February 2010 I am here today with a friend and volunteer to the Wat, Jane Welfar. She has been helping various programs here for the past three years, and literally gave up her li
…ell to a dedicated volunteer, Jane Welfar, who has devoted three years to assisting at the Wat. The discussion focuses on Luang Por's insights into the nature of existence, emphasizing that life is not merely a…
Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
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Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
Meeting #11 27 February 2010 – Ashram Bandita LP Joshua has been in Korat for the past six weeks helping with a massive ordination project that the Wat initiated, and when he returns, he brings b
…th LP Josh about the challenges of ordaining men amidst alcoholism and family responsibilities. The discussion also explores a meditation session, highlighting the importance of focusing on the 'center of cente…
Meeting of Peace Revolution and Middle Way Retreats Organizers
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Meeting of Peace Revolution and Middle Way Retreats Organizers
Meeting #12 28 February 2010 Today, a meeting has been planned for all of the people, and the monks, who are the organizers of the Peace Revolution and the monks who run the Middle Way Retreats. Th
…efforts of numerous international centers. The author plans to channel Luang Por during the intense discussion for better understanding and accuracy in notes.
Understanding Habits and Their Impact on Health
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Understanding Habits and Their Impact on Health
Suzanne Jeffrey "Additionally, the environment in which these things are used affects our health and habits. We must pay attention to every small detail. If we have a good doctor, we can help an illn
In this discussion, Luang Por addresses the difficulty of recognizing and changing bad habits, comparing them to an il…
Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
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Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
Suzanne Jeffrey “The Dhamma is sphere shaped. If we put our mind in the center of the Dhamma, then we will be bright all of the time and get rid of our defilements. Center of the center, middle of th
In this insightful discussion, Luang Por elaborates on the nature of Dhamma, emphasizing that if we center our minds in Dhamma, w…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master is a more coarse way to judge good and/or bad, we might not have the best way but at least people can live with one another. In addition to custom or tradition, we can a
… reflects on the historical context of societal divisions due to misunderstandings of morality. The discussion highlights the necessity of preserving Buddhist teachings to maintain clarity between good and bad,…
The Role of Parents and Teachers in Moral Training
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The Role of Parents and Teachers in Moral Training
Suzanne Jeffrey "The teachers have a double duty, one of moral training and the other of academic training. So how do we solve this problem of teaching children what is good and bad? We train the par
…or is crucial, and collaboration between parents, teachers, and spiritual leaders is essential. The discussion revolves around the impact of good habits and behavior learned from parents, extending to various a…
Meeting on the V-Star Project and Education Issues
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Meeting on the V-Star Project and Education Issues
Meeting #20 25 March 2010 - about 9:00 PM There are four of us here today to talk about the V-Star Project because one of the people (Don) wants to institute a similar program into the Lab School at
… project aims to foster responsible citizenship and a deeper understanding of global conflicts. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-reflection in the quest for solutions to educational challenges. …
Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
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Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
109. BUILD UP MERIT A layperson expressed the desire to go on a meditation retreat, but was concerned about her grown son being left alone. When a man and a woman are in love, the world becomes a colo
…s the significance of merit and demerit as the only true possessions we carry beyond this life. The discussion opens with a layperson's dilemma about meditation retreats and the responsibilities towards family.…
คำศัพท์ในพระพุทธศาสนา
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คำศัพท์ในพระพุทธศาสนา
…sequences, sometimes called “bad karma”. The word “sin” is not recommended for use in Buddhism (see discussion below). If you find it necessary to use this word, it should always be in quotes: “sin”.
บทที่สำคัญเกี่ยวกับคำศัพท์ในพระพุทธศาสนา รวมถึงแง่มุมต่าง ๆ เช่น บรรพชา ซึ่งหมายถึงการบวชเป็นพระภิกษุ และบัณฑิตซึ่งหมายถึงผู้ที่มีความรู้และความเข้าใจในศีลธรรม นอกจากนี้ยังมีความหมายของบาป ซึ่งบ่งบอกถ
Meditation and Buddhist Concepts
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Meditation and Buddhist Concepts
…hist shrine, dome or tower containing the relics of the Buddha; a relic monument สนทนาธรรม Dhamma discussion สงง inner garment or under robe of a Buddhist monk or novice สบาย ๆ relaxed; at ease สบาย ๆ e…
เนื้อหานี้เสนอความรู้เกี่ยวกับการทำสมาธิ และแนวคิดทางพุทธศาสนา โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงการฝึกฝนจิตใจให้มีสมาธิเป็นหนึ่งเดียว ความสำคัญของการมีสติในปัจจุบัน และอธิบายความหมายของคำต่างๆ เช่น สมะ, สติ, สบาย, และ
The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
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The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
No matter how many material possessions we may have accumulated, none of them can be taken with us upon our departure from this world. All of them will be left behind. The only possession we can take
…ealth with us. This wealth is built through merits which last through many lifetimes. In this brief discussion, we learn that life is short while existence in samara is lengthy, encouraging us to amass as much …
นิทานอายุ
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นิทานอายุ
… Buddha had caused Tissa's robes to be put aside for seven days. When the Buddha was told of their discussion, he said, "Monks, Tissa was reborn as a louse in his own robe. When you set about to divide the rob…
เรื่องราวนี้สื่อถึงการตัดสินใจของพระพุทธเจ้าในการรักษาความยุติธรรมและจิตใจของผู้ที่เกิดใหม่ พระองค์สั่งให้พระสงฆ์เก็บเสื้อผ้าของติสสาไว้เป็นเวลาเจ็ดวัน เพื่อให้ติสสาที่เกิดใหม่ในรูปลักษณ์ของเห็บมีโอกา
The Tale of the Monk and the Acrobat's Daughter
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The Tale of the Monk and the Acrobat's Daughter
Again one day the monks began the following discussion in the Hall of Truth: "Friends, how did it happen that a monk, endowed as was this monk with the fa…
In a Hall of Truth, monks ponder why a capable monk associated with acrobats. The Teacher explains this through an ancient tale where children brought food to a revered elder, wishing to share in the
The Perils of Kings and Refuges
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The Perils of Kings and Refuges
"For even as the mighty earth, sire, which is the refuge of the people, broke the potter's head, even so when a king, who like the mighty earth is the refuge of the whole world, rises up and plays the
…n the nature of leadership and betrayal. A king who should be a refuge becomes a thief, prompting a discussion about justice. Another story illustrates the dangers of seeking refuge as one man's effort to save …