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111. PURSUING PERFECTIONS UNTIL YOU PREVAIL Addressing a group of Upasaka (male temple attendants) getting ready to be ordained: When you have decided to enter the temple in order to pursue Perfecti

In a talk directed at male temple attendants preparing for ordination, the importance of unwavering commitment to the pursuit of Perfections is emphasized. The speaker stresses the need to avoid distr

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

153. DON’T LOSE SELF-CONTROL Keen arrogance out of your heart, even if you think you know better than others. Be humble and patient. Your teachers and elders have only good intentions for you. Remembe

This text emphasizes the significance of maintaining humility and self-control in personal development and working with others. It warns against arrogance and promotes a patient, ego-less attitude to

162. ABIDE BY THE RULES Abide by the rules and regulations of the places where we find ourselves. When I first arrived at Wat Paknam, I made the effort to learn all the rules and regulations of the

Understanding the significance of abiding by the rules at spiritual places is essential for personal growth. At Wat Paknam, the author emphasizes the need to learn and respect regulations, leading to

Before starting, it is necessary to acquaint yourself with the various resting points or bases of the mind inside the body. • The first base is at the tip of the nostril, on the right side for men an

Understanding the various resting points or bases of the mind inside the body is essential for meditation and mindfulness. The first base is at the nostril tip, the second at the eye corner, followed

DMC TRANSLATOR’S HANDBOOK Part I -- Dhamma Terms, Definitions and Reference Material Part II – Popular Dhamma Topics 1. Buddhism 2. The Buddha’s Life 3. The Teachings of the Buddha - The Four Nob

The DMC Translator’s Handbook provides essential references on Dhamma terms and popular topics in Buddhism. It encompasses teachings like the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, and meditatio

The event begins after Buddhist Lent and continues for one month. กรรม kamma; karma; action; deed; willed action; an intentional action that has future consequences, including future reboots; th

This text delves into the fundamental concept of kamma (karma) in Buddhism, emphasizing that every intentional action we perform leads to future consequences. The Buddha defines kamma as volition (cet

-- The First Noble Truth states that all conditioned existence is characterized by suffering or unsatisfactory condition. -- Suffering exists. Birth, aging, sickness, death, discontentment, disappoint

The First Noble Truth explains that all conditioned existence is marked by suffering. This suffering encompasses various forms such as birth, aging, illness, and death. Essential concepts like attachm

สังขาร (sankhara) compounded things; component things; conditioned things; kamma formations; mental formations; mental predispositions; essential conditions; conductive factors; conception; notion; th

Text discusses various Buddhist terms and concepts including 'สังขาร' (sankhara) which refers to conditioned things and mental formations. It details the concept of 'สังสาร' (samsara) as the cycle of

စัทธ Sambhā achievement of faith สัณฐานหรือรูปทรงของมโนติ shape of mental object สัตว์ทั้งหลายมีกรรมเป็นของตน all beings have kamma of their own สันสกฤต Sanskrit, another ancient language used in I

This text provides important insights into various Buddhist concepts including the achievement of faith (စัทธ Sambhā), the nature of mental objects, the principle that all beings possess their own kar

6. This world and the next do exist. There will be afterlife and reirths; 7. There is such thing as being born instantly in fully grown form (opapatika). This is the method of birth of beings in the h

This text explores key concepts in Buddhism, highlighting the existence of the afterlife and rebirth, the importance of purification for monastics, and the principles of Right Speech, Right Effort, Ri

Popular Dhamma Topics INDEX 1. Buddhism 2. The Buddha’s Life 3. The Teachings of the Buddha - The Four Noble Truths (Noble Truths of Suffering) - The Noble Eightfold Path (the Path to end suffe

This page provides an index of popular Dhamma topics within Buddhism. It covers key concepts such as the Buddha's life, core teachings like the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path, and esse

The practice of generosity is the easiest one to perform, and the fruits of merit are the quickest to materialize. The merit result from the practice of generosity is riches and wealth to the one wh

The practice of generosity is vital in Buddhism, revealing that giving attracts wealth while selfishness repels it, backed by the Law of Karma. Pali and Sanskrit are essential Buddhist languages, with

Hiri-ottapa – Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing Hiri and ottapa are Pali words, meaning ‘shame of wrongdoing’ (hiri) and ‘fearful of the consequence of wrongdoing’ (ottapa). One who has hiri-ottapa is one

Hiri and Ottapa are pivotal concepts in Buddhism, representing the shame of wrongdoing and the fear of its consequences. Together, they foster a good moral conscience. Individuals devoid of these trai

Purity of livelihood (achivaparissuddhismavara): The main duties of monks are to study Dhamma, practice meditation, and teach the Dharma knowledge to the public. The daily subsistence of monks comes f

This text outlines the essential duties and practices of Buddhist monks focusing on livelihood, moderation, and core principles of Buddhism. Monks dedicate themselves to studying Dhamma, meditating, a

- Mental Cultivation (bhavana) through meditation. Mind is the most important composite of the entire human entity. The mind is the source of all actions, good or bad. Good thoughts produce good a

Mental cultivation (bhavana) through meditation is essential for achieving inner peace and a clear mind. The mind is the source of all actions, and its state greatly influences one's life and deeds. G

Benefits of Keeping the Fourth Precept - You will have a radiant complexion - You will be well-spoken, and have nice teeth - You will have healthy body - You will have pleasant breath - You will have

Keeping the Fourth Precept offers numerous benefits including a radiant complexion, credibility in speech, and overall physical health. Conversely, breaking the Fifth Precept by consuming alcohol and

AKANUMA, Chizen (赤沼智善). 1925 "Bunbetsu-ronsha-ni-tsuite" 分別論者に就いて(研究) について 宗教研究25: 43-64 CHOU, Jouhan (周 柔含). 2006 "Hiyusha-nitsuite-no-ichi-kōsatsu"「響鳴者」について の考察（An Investigation of the

This collection of studies presents significant research on Buddhism, particularly focusing on various philosophical aspects. Works by scholars such as Chizen Akanuma and Jouhan Chou delve into the co

Goda-Jataka Siddha-Jataka Vangagha-Jataka Kaupa-Jataka Randa-Jataka Kappa-Jataka Sila-Jataka Eksrappa-Jataka Sajiva-Jataka Sila-Jataka Sukara-Jataka Ungga-Jataka Guna-Jataka

This text presents a compilation of Jataka tales, which are narratives recounting the previous lives of the Buddha and imparting moral teachings. Each tale is significant within Buddhist literature as

TUBB, Gary A., and Emery R. BOOSE. 2007 Scholastic Sanskrit: A Manual for Students. New York: Columbia University Press. WILLEMEN, Charles, Bart DESSEIN and Collett Cox. 1998 Sarvāsτivāda Buddhist S

This JSON entry encompasses notable academic publications focusing on Sanskrit and Buddhist studies. Essential readings include Gary A. Tubb's guide for students on Scholastic Sanskrit, a comprehensiv