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The Dhammakaya Tradition
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The Dhammakaya Tradition
The Dhammakaya Tradition Founded by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, Phramongkolthepmuni (background picture), the Dhammakaya Knowledge was passed on to Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong (center
…e Great Abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, Phramongkolthepmuni. This rich tradition of knowledge was eventually passed on to Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong, who played a key role in its preservation and contin…
The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
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The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
…isciple of the Great Abbot. Chand practiced meditation with Thongsuk Samdaengpan for two years. She eventually attained the Dhammakaya, a high state of absorption
Chand believed her father's curse of deafness would affect her in future lives, especially after his death. She sought forgiveness but missed the chance. In 1935, she left home to find the Great Abbot
Chand's Journey to the Afterlife and Meditation Mastery
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Chand's Journey to the Afterlife and Meditation Mastery
in meditation. Having achieved this high level of meditative attainment, Chand asked Thongsuk to show her how to traverse to the afterlife realms so that she could find her father. With Thongsuk’s hel
…elps recall his past merits, which frees him from suffering. Driven by her spiritual calling, Chand eventually becomes a nun under the Great Abbot’s guidance, dedicating her life to meditation and becoming…
Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
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Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
…ddhists around the world. Over one million Buddhists gather at the Cetiya during important Buddhist events. The Dhammakaya Temple, Khun Yai’s brain-child, is now the center of Buddhism for all Buddhists ar…
On April 22, 2000, Khun Yai, at 91, witnessed the completion of the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya, becoming a central hub for over one million Buddhists globally. After her passing on September 10, 2000, an
Dhammakaya Knowledge: The Five Aspects of Natural Law
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Dhammakaya Knowledge: The Five Aspects of Natural Law
…, the system that controls the cycle of rebirths. This knowledge leads us to the right practice and eventually helps us overcome defilements and attain Nibbana, thus freeing ourselves from the cycle of reb…
The Dhammakaya Knowledge (Vijja10 Dhammakaya) focuses on the Five Aspects of Natural Law, including Biological, Chemical, Psychic, Karmic Laws, and the Law of Cause and Effect. This knowledge reveals
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What is Meditation?
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What is Meditation?
WHAT IS MEDITATION? The mind can be compared to an ocean, and momentary mental events such as happiness, irritation, fantasies, and boredom can be compared to the waves that rise and f…
Meditation serves as a means for mental development, allowing individuals to calm the turbulence of the mind and access its inherent clarity. This practice is not limited to any one faith, emphasizing
The Joy of Meditation
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The Joy of Meditation
sleep with happiness, wake with happiness, and go about our daily duties with happiness. This aspect alone is enough of a reason for someone to meditate. Happiness derived from a mind that is peacefu
… deeper understanding and refine our capabilities, potentially gaining insights into thoughts, past events, and future possibilities. Such abilities, while ancient and often regarded as extraordinary, vali…
Guided Meditation Through Visualization
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Guided Meditation Through Visualization
… object of meditation. Bring your mind to settle at the center of this crystal clear sphere at the Seventh Base of the mind. Recite the mantra “samma arahang, sama arahang, samma arahang” as you visualize.…
…rity and peace. The method, taught by the Great Master, encourages continuous visualization at the Seventh Base of the mind while reciting the mantra 'samma arahang'. Different objects can be used based on…
Darkness Is Your Friend
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Darkness Is Your Friend
Darkness Is Your Friend Darkness is not an enemy that stops you from attaining the Dhamma. Darkness is your friend if you know how to take pleasure in it. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t see any ima
…nd don't rush for brightness. As you sit peacefully in the darkness, remember that every night will eventually lead to dawn. Patience and acceptance are key. Allow your mind to settle, and the light will n…
Light of Purity
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Light of Purity
Light of Purity Don’t get excited when you see the bright light, or wonder where the light is coming from, or whether you have left the lights on. Be unaffected by it. Feel happy that there is bright
…he rewards of practicing Dhamma and achieving mental stillness. By maintaining a calm mind, one can eventually discover the source of this radiant light and the transcendental aspects that follow, leading …
The Key to Inner Knowledge: Stopping the Mind
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The Key to Inner Knowledge: Stopping the Mind
So he decided to seek out well-known meditation teachers available at that time and apprenticed with them. He practiced every kind of meditation technique known to him. Finally, he met the famed medit
In his quest for profound meditation, he sought guidance from renowned teachers, eventually learning from Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong. Khun Yai emphasized that stopping the mind is essen…
The Power of Consistent Practice
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The Power of Consistent Practice
only way you won’t succeed is when you don’t practice. If you do practice, you’ll eventually succeed. It doesn’t matter how fast or how slow you see the bright light. It matters how often…
Success is achievable through consistent practice, regardless of pace. It's important to remain calm and gentle while training the mind. If distractions arise, acknowledge them without frustration, an
The Path to Enlightenment through Meditation
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The Path to Enlightenment through Meditation
…ind bright, clear and pure, and in the end, you will achieve success. 8. Keep repeating the mantra. Eventually the sound of the mantra will fade away. At that point a new bright, clear, crystal sphere will…
This text discusses the process of meditation, focusing on the abdominal area as the center of the body. It acknowledges the challenge of a wandering mind in beginners and emphasizes the importance of
Wat Phra Dhammakaya Locations in Europe
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Wat Phra Dhammakaya Locations in Europe
BELGIUM Wat Phra Dhammakaya Ronkenburgstraat Ronkenburg straat 25, B-9340 Lede Aalst, Belgium Tel: + (32) 5 33 94 909 + (32) 4 88 56 99 03 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dhammakaya.be DENM
…ordeaux, and +33 0567085472 for Toulouse. For a deeper understanding of the practices and community events, contact the respective temples. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
Citation for Call to the Angels BLESSINGS: Aradhana - Invitation to Devas (www.buddhist-book.com) “One day Sakka, the king of the Devas approached the Buddha and requested Him to invite the Devas to
This text reflects on a significant event where Sakka, the king of the Devas, requested the Buddha to invite the Devas to witness the recitat…
Understanding Meditation and Merit
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Understanding Meditation and Merit
…f teaching," he begins. I am slightly puzzled with this way of answering Jon's question, but I will eventually learn that Luang Por never starts where you think he should start, but starts to answer the qu…
This passage features a conversation about meditation and the concept of Boon as explained by Luang Por. He emphasizes that meditation involves quieting the mind to facilitate learning and understandi
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
… off. Many people consider the 60 year building to be a place where people can train themselves and eventually work together toward bringing about
In this engaging discussion, Luang Por provides insights on the differences between Buddha and Jesus, emphasizing Buddha's teachings on proving everything versus Jesus' acceptance. He articulates the
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
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The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
…y, and finally, an ascetic. Because of these four ‘signs’, it dawned on Him that every person would eventually have to live with sickness, old age, and death and that life was, indeed, not without pain and…
In this text, the journey of an individual exploring the teachings of Buddhism and their relationship with Christian beliefs is shared. Through the lens of the Buddha's discovery of suffering and the
Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
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Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
…ut his trip up north and so LP Josh tells him several stories about the men ordaining and about the events that occurred at the Wat where he was staying. There seems to be a great deal of alcoholism amongs…
In this meeting at Ashram Bandita, LP Joshua shares stories from his six-week trip in Korat for a significant ordination project. He brings back turtle-planters symbolizing long life. Luang Por’s cont