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Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
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Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
…ne. As I have said in the past, we all consist of body and mind. Our body is composed of four basic elements: water, earth, wind, and fire. These four elements are not pure but decay every moment of every day…
…dies are in a constant state of decay and require meticulous thought regarding how we replenish our elements. This encompasses considerations of quality, quantity, technique, timing, and environment. Furtherm…
The Cycle of Life and Kamma
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The Cycle of Life and Kamma
…ing eternal prisoners of our own self perpetuating kammic cycle. The human body is composed of the elements, earth, air, fire and water, which are impure. The impurity of the elemental substances that make u…
…mselves in cycles of rebirth based on their actions. It delves into how our bodies, composed of the elements—earth, water, air, and fire—are inherently impure, leading to the deterioration of our cells. As su…
The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
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The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
…d our view becomes more profound. When we meditate, we will see that our bodies are made up of four elements: These are the ancient elements of earth, water, fire, and wind. These elements are not pure, but i…
In the practice of meditation, we gain deeper insights into our existence and bodily elements. Our bodies consist of four ancient elements: earth, water, fire, and wind, which are essential for…
The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
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The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
… crisis? Birth. When the umbilical cord is cut, we become independent, and we have to find the four elements for ourselves. When we first start out in life, we are not only the weakest and the poorest, but al…
…nd crises faced at birth, emphasizing the transition to independence and the need to find essential elements for survival. It highlights the debt of gratitude to mothers, the importance of self-care, and the …
The Personal Journey of Overcoming Defilements
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The Personal Journey of Overcoming Defilements
…h these two problems. But, even after studying them, we never think about how we need to refine the elements. And we can’t refine the elements because we start with the wrong questions. Here is an example: W…
…ng purity and intent, such as the reasons behind eating, are crucial to understanding one’s habits. Elements like quality, quantity, technique, timing, and environment significantly impact personal health and…
Understanding Body and Mind
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Understanding Body and Mind
…s 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 become pure also. BODY …
…nesses influenced by past karma. The text underscores that the mind's purity reflects in the body's elements, presenting the body as a composition of four elements and cells forming the complete physiology. T…
Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
…nd aggregate of our accumulated karma. Animals also share the same prison and need to refuel their elements, as explained later, but they refuel them more directly. For example, when animals are thirsty they…
This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec
Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
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Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
…adicating them permanently. As will be explained, man consists of body and mind made up of the four elements in the shape of impure and decomposing cells. The elements require constant refuelling and maintena…
การศึกษาที่แท้จริงคือการสำรวจตัวเองและเข้าใจข้อบกพร่องของเรา การศึกษาเพื่อแก้ไขการกระทำที่ไม่ดีและสร้างกรรมดีช่วยให้ลดทุกข์ในชีวิตได้ โดยมีการจัดการที่เหมาะสมเพื่อยกระดับศีลธรรมและความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
Recollection of the Elements and Loathsomeness in Theravada Buddhism
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Recollection of the Elements and Loathsomeness in Theravada Buddhism
…ānam veyyābadhikānam vedanānam paṭighātāya, Abyāpajjhaparamaṭṭhāyi. Verses for Recollection of the Elements and Loathsomeness Dhātupaṭṭikulapaccavekkhaṇāṭha (Handa mayāṁ dhātupaṭṭikulapaccavekkhaṇāṭhaṁ bhānā…
This text outlines key verses for the recollection of the elements and emphasizes the loathsomeness of physical forms within Theravada Buddhism. It points to various …
The Concept of Dhamma and Kāya in Buddhist Philosophy
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The Concept of Dhamma and Kāya in Buddhist Philosophy
…ts: ‘structure’ and ‘function.’ Structurally, both ‘body’ and ‘collection’ consist of a number of elements or individual members. A ‘body,’ as the ‘entire structure of an organism,’ consists of organs which…
…ural and functional similarities and differences. Both terms encapsulate a collection of individual elements, enriching the understanding of Buddhist philosophy regarding the nature of existence. The explorat…
Teaching Modesty in Children's Clothing
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Teaching Modesty in Children's Clothing
…poses for wearing clothes. 1) To protect oneself from heat and cold. 2) To protect oneself from the elements like sunlight, wind, and rain, as well as from insects and small animals. 3) To cover the body part…
…nces like child prostitution. By educating children on the purposes of clothing—protection from the elements and covering certain body parts—parents can help foster modesty in their daughters. Furthermore, in…
The Path to Dhamma: Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
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The Path to Dhamma: Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
… • 19 REASONS TO MEDITATE. 27 MEDITATION TECHNIQUE ⚫ 37 MAINTAINING MEDITATION IN EVERYDAY LIFE⚫ 57 ELEMENTS OF BUDDHIST LIFESTYLE⚫ 67 Glossary of terms 82 84 Basic Dhammakaya Meditation About the Author⚫ 91 …
…elve into the chapters, you will encounter reasons to meditate, specific meditation techniques, and elements that affirm the impact of Dhamma in our lives. This resource also includes a glossary of terms for …
Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
ELEMENTS OF BUDDHIST LIFESTYLE 57.Things Worth Saying The nature of the arahants is to speak only the truth …
This text highlights important elements of a Buddhist lifestyle, emphasizing the significance of speaking truthfully like arahants, the nec…
Dhamma for Laypersons: The Vital Heart of a Stable Family
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Dhamma for Laypersons: The Vital Heart of a Stable Family
… imperfections. Thus, any family who lacks even one element of the Dhamma for Laypersons – the four elements being truthfulness (Sacca), self-control (Dama), endurance (Khanti), and sacrifice (Cāga) – will ce…
…ise children. This text emphasizes the importance of Dhamma for Laypersons, outlining four critical elements: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, and sacrifice. Families that lack these principles might fa…
Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
…r transcendent maggas, in functioning by eradicating defilements, must be constitutive of the eight elements of the noble path that are instrumental to enlightenment. As these transcendental paths and fruits …
…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 spiral progression toward highe…
Buddhist Manuscript Formats in Dai Region
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Buddhist Manuscript Formats in Dai Region
… Dai characters. But because of the secular nature of the new script, and because this script lacks elements such as the retroflexes (弾舌音) and sibilants 連続音 necessary for spelling Daile, it is not used for Bu…
…able to read the traditional version. Modern adaptations exist, though they lack essential phonetic elements for accurately representing the Dai language in scripture. For further insights, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding the Four Mahā-Bhūta in Buddhism
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Understanding the Four Mahā-Bhūta in Buddhism
…ch refers to the cycle of birth and death. Therefore, sometimes 四大 mahā-bhūta can imply the body of elements, 四大之身 mahā-bhūta rūpa. The figure describes the four elements or four mahā-bhūta
根据安殘解的引用,有两种呼吸方式:吸气和呼气。然而,当进行呼吸时,心智应位于四大之中。四大是所有物质的组成部分,包括:土、 水、 火和风。根据上座部阿毗达摩,人的身体是由四大组成的,涉及生死循环,有时四大也代表元素的身体。有关四大元素的更深入的信息,请访问dmc.tv。
Exploring Chinese Philosophical Texts and Their Influence
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Exploring Chinese Philosophical Texts and Their Influence
… Practice of Neidan. Mountain View: Golden Elixir Press, 2011. Muller, A. Charles. “四大 | Four Great Elements.” Digital Dictionary of Buddhism, November 28, 2011. http://buddhism-dict.net/cgi-bin/xpr-ddb.pl?56…
…ctices. Noteworthy contributions to early Buddhist translations are pointed out by Jan Nattier. Key elements of Chinese culture are explored through the lenses of historical and contemporary analyses, reflect…
Exploratory Insights into Early Buddhist Texts and Practices
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Exploratory Insights into Early Buddhist Texts and Practices
Jantrasrisalai, Chanida. 2011. “Criteria for Identification of Elements of Dhammikāya Meditacionds., Early Buddhist Traces of Dhammikāya Meditation : Project Overview. Kee…
…cholarly works on early Buddhist practices and literature, focusing on the criteria for identifying elements of Dhammikāya meditation and examining the purity of early Yogācāra. Key contributions include anal…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: Insights from Luang Por
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: Insights from Luang Por
…are two parts of the human: the body and the mind. The body is composed of four physical and coarse elements perfectly mixed together. Earth is the solid matter – the flesh, skin, and bone. Water is the liqui…
…nd refined element, capable of knowing, highlighting the importance of Dhamma in understanding both elements of human existence. Personal experiences and the serene environment enhance the narrative, aiming t…