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Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
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Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
A person who has the Dhamma for Laypersons (Gharāvās-dhamma) must display four regular habits: 1. Habit of Responsibility – Whatever the task at hand, he must do it to the best of his ability, in t
A person who follows the Dhamma for Laypersons exhibits four habits: responsibility, self-training, endurance, and sacrifice. These traits ensure self-reliance and leadership within families. In marri
The Inner War for Lasting Peace
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The Inner War for Lasting Peace
actions, will perpetuate in the hearts of millions of people. History has demonstrated that instead of peace, wars only beget great pain, planting the roots of suffering and hatred deeply into the bod
Humanity’s struggles stem not from physical wars, but from inner conflicts with greed and ignorance. We share a common existence, facing birth, aging, and death together. Instead of fighting each othe
The Importance of Elders in Family Unity
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The Importance of Elders in Family Unity
The elderly represent the heart of the whole family. If their voices that speak of Dhamma, encouragement or caution are absent, it would seem like the family’s heart stops functioning. At the same t
ในครอบครัว ชาวสูงอายุเป็นหัวใจสำคัญ หากไม่มีเสียงของพวกเขา ความรักในครอบครัวจะลดน้อยลง นำไปสู่การแยกแยะและปัญหาครอบครัว การสั่งสอนและขอพรจากปู่ย่าตายายช่วยสร้างความสัมพันธ์อันดีระหว่างสมาชิกครอบครัว ค
Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
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Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
"this or that", "black or white", with no gray area, as the locals find this logic easy to grasp and put into practice. In addition, Thai culture and language has a relatively large amount of words an
This text discusses the simplicity of dualistic thinking in Thai culture and the rich linguistic resources that explain human cognition. It emphasizes that terms often linked to Buddhism should be tre
Exploring Modern Family Dynamics
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Exploring Modern Family Dynamics
Part One Family Life state: In Diversity in America families, Zinn and Eitzen "Contemporary society generally views family as a haven from the world, supplying absolute fulfillment. The family is cons
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจโครงสร้างครอบครัวในปัจจุบันและบทบาทในสังคม มุ่งเน้นที่ความรัก การสนับสนุน และการเติมเต็มส่วนบุคคล ครอบครัวถูกมองว่าเป็นที่หลบภัยจากความท้าทายในชีวิตสมัยใหม่ และบทบาทดั้งเดิมของการปกป้อง
Navigating Family Life and Marriage Challenges
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Navigating Family Life and Marriage Challenges
Part One: Family Life if there are in-laws heavily involved in our relationship, we will have to endure conflicts from them as well. No matter how good a relationship is, we will inevitably encounter
Part One of this exploration highlights the complexities of family life, particularly the impact of in-laws on relationships and the necessity of resolving personal issues before marriage. The text em
Family Life: Balancing Happiness and Sacrifice
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Family Life: Balancing Happiness and Sacrifice
Part One: Family Life must think more about the overall happiness of each family member rather than our own individual happiness. Part of this sacrifice, and one of the most important factors that we
บทความนี้ตรวจสอบว่าความสัมพันธ์ในครอบครัวต้องการการใส่ใจต่อความสุขของสมาชิกทุกคน รวมถึงการบริหารจัดการการเงินอย่างมีสติ การเลือกว่าความต้องการใดเป็นสิ่งจำเป็นต่อชีวิตและการใช้ชีวิตอย่างประหยัด ซึ่งช่ว
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
This text explores the essential characteristics of the mind and how they influence our perceptions, thoughts, and overall mental state. The mind, unlike the physical body, is a subtle entity that can
Understanding Marital Conflicts and Tolerance
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Understanding Marital Conflicts and Tolerance
here is the extracted text from the image: --- there is something that still displeases us. When we are displeased with ourselves, they are considered weaknesses that have turned into bad habits. A
This text discusses the inevitability of conflicts in marriages, highlighting the need for couples to acknowledge their weaknesses and the importance of enduring each other's shortcomings. It poses th
A Vision for a Better World
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A Vision for a Better World
We all wish we live in a better world Some believe war is the mighty way Only to find victory sours to revenge And misery, so we doubt True peace can ever be Awards and rewards we present But greed an
In this poetic reflection, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo expresses a desire for a better world, contrasting the futility of war with the power of peace and kindness. The message advocates for slowing down, ca
Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
156. WILLING TO ACCEPT HARDSHIP I pursue Perfections with the goal to attain Nibbana after I have vanquished all Mara. As long as Mara still remains I will not allow myself to enter Nibbana. My mind i
The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl
The Battle of the Mind: Choosing Peace over Temptation
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The Battle of the Mind: Choosing Peace over Temptation
A Chapter 2 Peace, and War, Begins in the Mind simple trip to the supermarket can provide an illustration of how the human mind is constantly at war within itself. Delicious junk food calls out to us
This chapter delves into the internal struggle of the human mind, illustrating the conflict between desires and conscience, particularly when it comes to food choices. The narrative highlights how our
Great Master and Follower of Peace
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Great Master and Follower of Peace
Great Master and Follower of Peace strength to battle all the obstacles they are fac- ing. Another important benefit of regular medita- tion is in helping one to find true happiness. Peace through med
This text emphasizes the transformative power of meditation, highlighting its role in achieving internal peace and resolving community conflicts. It narrates the journey of Phramongkolthepmuni (Sodh C
Achieving World Peace through Inner Calm
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Achieving World Peace through Inner Calm
Speech of Luang Por Dhammajayo thought, speech and action, is the real cause of ten- sions. From conflict at the individual level, grief spreads quickly to the global community, drawing the world towa
Luang Por Dhammajayo emphasizes that individual thought, speech, and action contribute to global tensions. To achieve world peace, individuals must first attain inner calm. By fostering peace within o
The Story of Culasubhadda
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The Story of Culasubhadda
4 The Story of Culasubhadda While residing at the Jetavana monastery, the Buddha uttered Verse (5) of this chapter, with reference to Culasubhadda the daughter of Anathapindika. Anathapindika and U
The story revolves around Culasubhadda, the daughter of Anathapindika, who faced challenges in her marriage due to her parents-in-law's non-Buddhist beliefs. Living in the house of Ugga's family, she
Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
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Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving kindness,
This text highlights the Buddha's approach to handling conflict, using love and understanding as tools for resolution. In facing a furious elephant, He spread loving kindness to expand hearts and fost
The Path of Self-Training and Endurance
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The Path of Self-Training and Endurance
Those who have full knowledge, ability and goodness must follow only this path in order to train themselves to keep up with the world and its people, and not surrender to defilements. Surely, if you
This text discusses the necessity of self-training and mind control in overcoming bad habits and the challenges of life. It emphasizes the importance of endurance in dealing with natural hardships, ph
The Power of the Human Mind in Conflict and Peace
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The Power of the Human Mind in Conflict and Peace
The human mind has great power but if a person's mind is still constrained by greed, anger, and delusion, human beings will fight with, compete with, and exploit one another. In the long history of hu
The text discusses the significant role of the human mind in shaping conflicts and peace. It emphasizes that when the mind is influenced by greed, anger, and delusion, it leads to strife among humans,
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy I first set foot on Thai soil in July 1967. I was a soldier during the Vietnam War, from 1964 to 1968. I enlisted in the military at the age of 17, just one month after graduating from
เรื่องราวของทหารคนหนึ่งที่เดินทางมายังประเทศไทยในช่วงสงครามเวียดนาม ซึ่งเขาได้เผชิญกับความเจ็บปวดและความสูญเสียที่เกิดขึ้นในช่วงเวลานั้น โดยเขาเป็นผู้ดูแลคนเจ็บและได้เห็นเพื่อนร่วมงานจำนวนมากสูญเสียชี
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy the majority of my customers are able to give up their resistance against their own parents, spouse or children. A lot of them meet the challenge of developing solutions even for the 'h
In 'Journey to Joy,' the author shares insights on helping individuals overcome familial and relational resistance. The focus is on providing engaging workshops to teach inner peace and social success