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Truth for the Family: Lessons from the Buddha
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Truth for the Family: Lessons from the Buddha
Part Five: Truth for the Family 2. Ideally, he/she should be extremely intelligent, exceptionally virtuous, exceedingly knowledgeable of the truths about life (be enlightened), and all his knowledge m
In this passage, we delve into the qualities of an ideal mentor and the essence of the Buddha's teachings. The ideal mentor is someone who is not only intelligent and virtuous but also knowledgeable f
Criteria for Giving and Boonya
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Criteria for Giving and Boonya
Part Five: Truth for the Family b. Upright intention. The objective of giving is to say goodbye to misery, selfishness, and greed. It is not done to gain riches, fame, or recognition. The true intent
ส่วนที่ห้าพูดถึงความจริงของครอบครัว โดยเน้นไปที่เจตนาที่ถูกต้องของการให้ เพื่อแยกแยะจากความทุกข์ การเห็นแก่ตัว และความโลภ เจตนาที่แท้จริงคือการแบ่งปันและได้รับบุณญะ ซึ่งมีลักษณะเป็นพลังบริสุทธิ์ เกิดจ
Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Our Only Real Belongings
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Our Only Real Belongings
12 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 2.Our Only Real Belongings There are only two things that really belong to us. One is our mind and the other is the point inside us which is home to the mind. Mind consists o
This text delves into the concept that our only true belongings are our mind and its inner home, referred to as the 'seventh base'. It explains the functions of the mind and emphasizes the importance
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
“ I come to meditate here because it makes my mind free. I am feeling quite free in the brain and free inside the spirit, helpful and joyful. My feeling inside my body is I feel enlightened. It’s much
In this personal reflection, Lucky Moyo, a restaurant employee from Zimbabwe, shares how meditation has transformed his life, leading him to feel free, light, and enlightened. He emphasizes the import
Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
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Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
As this is the inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest, I regard all of you who have agreed to participate as history-makers in the forging of World Peace in our world – you are pioneers in bringing fort
This inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest highlights participants as history-makers in promoting global peace. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual enlightenment, calling upon the merits of enlig
Understanding Paccekabuddhas: Characteristics and Dhamma
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas: Characteristics and Dhamma
These verses describe the Paccekabuddhas as ones possessed of supreme purity, wisdom, wakefulness, composure, and having the ability for seeing and knowing. In other words, they are full of realizing
These verses highlight the qualities of Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing their supreme purity, wisdom, and self-enlightenment capacity. The term ‘mahatadhamma’ refers to the great dhammas that relate to th
Dhammakāya and the Previous Buddha
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Dhammakāya and the Previous Buddha
VII. Reference 4: Dhammakāya and Previous Buddha Another Pāli passage that shows the relation of dhammakāya with the Buddha is found in the Atthasandassakathera-apadāna. But here the narrative relates
บทความนี้วิเคราะห์ความสัมพันธ์ของคำว่า Dhammakāya กับพระพุทธเจ้าในพระอัฏฐสังคษา โดยมีการเล่าถึงชีวิตของพระอรหันต์ Atthasandassaka ที่มีความคิดถึงพระพุทธเจ้า Padumuttara และการยกย่องพระพุทธเจ้าในบทกวีส
The Significance of Giving to Spiritual Seekers
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The Significance of Giving to Spiritual Seekers
"By giving a gift to one who has entered upon the way to the realisation of the fruit of stream - entry, the offering may be expected to repay incalculably, immeasurably. What, then, should be said a
This text examines the immense value of giving to those who are on the spiritual path, highlighting the exponential returns of such acts. From stream-enterers to Tathāgatas, offerings made to these en
Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
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Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
be a sleeper!” He looks at me and almost winks. “We need to make boon continuously because, although we are born with boon, we don’t know how much we have when we are born. So we must continually make
In this enlightening dialogue, the necessity of creating 'boon' (goodness) continuously is discussed, emphasizing the intentional practices one must engage in to enhance their spiritual well-being. It
The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
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The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
Suzanne Jeffrey The Reality of Life: We get this picture from our parents. Our birth is the most critical time, and the weakest time, of our life. Because the four elements are impure, we realize tha
In 'The Reality of Life,' Suzanne Jeffrey delves into how our early upbringing shapes our understanding and actions. The text emphasizes how our birth is a vulnerable point characterized by defilement
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 be
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
A Conversation with the Supremely Enlightened One
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A Conversation with the Supremely Enlightened One
58 The multitude were offended and said, "Look, this daughter of a weaver talks as she pleases with the Supremely Enlightened One. When he asked her, 'From where do you come?' she should have answer
In this passage, a weaver's daughter engages in a profound conversation with the Supremely Enlightened One. The crowd is initially offended by her casual manner. When questioned about her origins, she
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
10. Sotapanna Also known as the stream-enterer. The sotapanna is a partially-enlightened person, who has eradicated the first three fetters of the mind, that prevent freedom. Sotapannaship is the firs
This text provides insights into fundamental Buddhist concepts. It discusses the Sotapanna, which signifies a stream-enterer who has achieved partial enlightenment by overcoming initial mental fetters
The Characteristics of Paccekabuddhas in Apadāna Literature
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The Characteristics of Paccekabuddhas in Apadāna Literature
In the Apadāna literature, besides the life history of the Buddha and his disciples, a section is devoted to a depiction of the characteristics of Paccekabuddhas. This - section is entitled 'Paccekabu
The Apadāna literature highlights the characteristics of Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing their significant dhammas and independent mind. Verse 52 describes them as having great dhammas, being free from su
Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
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Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
Suzanne Jeffrey “Samma Sati, or Right Mindfulness, refers to correctly maintaining and stilling our mind inside of our self. Not wandering around, in other words. We must always be training ourselves
The text outlines the significance of Samma Sati (Right Mindfulness) and Samma Samadhi (Right Concentration) in meditation. Right Mindfulness emphasizes maintaining a focused mind through diligent pra
Building Merit and Pure Heart
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Building Merit and Pure Heart
…k a less virtuous path because they are in a realm that is less pure. If you have not achieved that enlightened state of mind in this lifetime even though you have given your best, do not give up. Look for your victor…
This text emphasizes that only individuals with a pure heart and clear mind, focused on gaining merit, belong together. Merely being in good company does not ensure merit; active participation in buil
The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
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The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A
The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlightenmen
Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
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Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
DHAMMAKAYA MEDITATION Dhammakaya meditation is an approach to Buddhist meditation revived in the early 1900s and practiced by millions of people all over the world. It was described by its founder Ph
Dhammakaya meditation is a significant form of Buddhist meditation revived in the early 1900s by Phramongkolthepmuni. It involves focusing attention on a point two finger breaths above the navel, allo
Bodhisattas and the Tusita Realm
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Bodhisattas and the Tusita Realm
2. In this realm, the Bodhisattas can cease to be whenever they wish. In general, celestial beings cease to be for different reasons. It may be that their merit has been used up. It may be that it is
ในอาณาจักรนี้ บุคคลที่บรรลุเป็นโพธิสัตว์สามารถดับสูญได้ตามที่ต้องการโดยมีเหตุผลหลายประการ เช่น การใช้บุญหมด, สิ้นอายุขัย หรือความโกรธ แต่โพธิสัตว์เลือกที่จะเกิดใหม่ในโลกมนุษย์เพื่อสะสมบุญหรือบรรลุเป็น
Achieving Complete Relaxation and Mindfulness
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Achieving Complete Relaxation and Mindfulness
Let everything go. Let your mind be joyful, relaxed, and free from all worry. Then breathe normally. Relax every muscle in your body. Start to relax from the top of your head, down to your forehead. R
This text provides a step-by-step approach to achieving complete relaxation and a joyful, clear mind. It encourages letting go of worries and tension in the body, leading to a state of lightness and e