evil thoughts : ​ค้นหาหนังสือธรรมะ

To this question the Buddha answered, "Bhikkhus, the sotapannas do not kill, they do not wish others to get killed. The wife of the hunter was only obeying her husband in getting things for him. Just

In this discourse, the Buddha explains that true innocence, represented by the unwounded hand, is impervious to evil, just as poison cannot affect it. Sotapannas, who harbor no intentions of harm, are

How does one create the very best in oneself? The reader can now appreciate the meaning and significance of a "blessing." Now we come to the interesting question of how a person can develop his/her b

The text discusses the significance of the human mind and its potential for growth and purity according to Buddhist principles. It emphasizes that the mind can be trained to a higher quality, rid of e

… mind is the source of all actions, good or bad. Good thoughts produce good actions (good kamma); evil thoughts produce evil actions (bad kamma). In its natural state (when it is completely still) a mind is pu…

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

How does one create the very best in oneself? The reader can now appreciate the meaning and significance of a "blessing." Now we come to the interesting question of how a person can develop his/her be

บทความนี้กล่าวถึงวิธีการพัฒนาคุณภาพที่ดีที่สุดในตัวเองตามหลักพุทธศาสนา โดยเน้นที่การฝึกฝนจิตใจให้มีคุณภาพสูงขึ้น การกำจัดความชั่วร้าย และการสะสมความบริสุทธิ์ ในขณะที่เราได้กระทำทั้งดีและไม่ดีในชีวิต ค

16 Clear-minded Youths - 2 Story of Three Groups of Persons The Buddha's answer to the third group: "Monks, once, seven cowheds saw an iguana going into a mound and, for fun, they closed all the outl

In this story, the Buddha illustrates the consequences of evil actions through the tale of seven cowheds who trap an iguana and forget it for seven days. This narrative emphasizes that no one can esca

"Bhikkhus," my duties that are of benefit and support to you are now complete. I now wish to remind you that the nature of all living creatures is impermanence and degeneration. Thus, you should conti

In Buddhism, carefulness is essential for maintaining virtue and reducing the chances of misconduct. As beings with limited lifespans, it is vital to perform wholesome actions. The state of mind influ

…d is pure and perfect and free of any mental contaminants. Mental contaminants consist of ill will, evil thoughts and defilements (greed, anger, delusion). A good, clear mind gives rise to good thoughts, good spee…

The opposite of merit is demerit, representing the consequences of bad deeds which cause negative karma. Both good and bad deeds are governed by the Law of Karma, where actions determine outcomes in t

Buddhist Congregation become world-peace. The world has experienced spiritual drought for a long time, and the peaceful congregation will bring about change. Peace that everyone has longed for will co

… the wicked mind, and to achieve peace, one must first address their inner thoughts. War stems from evil thoughts while peace emerges from a clear mind. By practicing meditation collectively, we can overcome these…

18 Clear-minded Youths - 2 Story of Three Groups of Persons Then the Buddha spoke in verse as follows: Na antalikke na samuddajitne na pabattanam vivaram pavigsa na vijjati so jagatippadeso yatthatit

In this verse, the Buddha teaches that there is no refuge from the consequences of evil deeds in the world. No place, be it in the sky, sea, or mountains, can shield one from the repercussions of wron

…he mind is the source of all actions, good or bad. Good thoughts produce good actions (good karma); evil thoughts produce evil actions (bad karma). In its natural state a mind is pure and perfect. But the mind is …

This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in co

Part Five: Truth for the Family in our life is to live with purpose or meaning. The more we perform deeds that are purposeful and good, the more our life can be considered meaningful. To get the very

Part Five emphasizes that a meaningful life involves purposeful actions. It suggests avoiding evil, maximizing good deeds, and meditating to maintain a clear mind. The state of our mind at death impac

36 Clear-minded Youths - 4 The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son When questioned, the boy answered that his parents came to feed him in the night and that he went to sleep contentedly and without fear aft

In this narrative, a king learns about a boy who feels safe and content due to his mindfulness of the Buddha. The king is curious whether this mindfulness alone provides protection against evil. He co

32 Clear-minded Youths - 4 The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son Once, in Rajagaha, a wood cutter went into the woods with his son to cut some firewood. On their return home in the evening, they stopped n

In Rajagaha, a woodcutter and his son face a night of trials when the boy is left alone with their cart of firewood after the father goes searching for lost oxen. As he contemplates the Buddha's quali

Killing – How bad is your Karma? Not all killings are ‘equal’ in the sense of karmic consequence. The killing of humans is the most serious violation and receives the worst retribution. As for the ki

This text discusses how the karmic consequences of killing vary based on several factors, including the type and size of the animal, prior connections, and the intention behind the act. Killing humans

Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master discovered the Law of Kamma. He was not the creator of the Law, but the re-discoverer of the Law of Kamma. All beings who do evil or wrong things will discover the L

In this enlightening session, the Dhammakaya Master discusses the Law of Kamma as a re-discovery, guiding individuals to see their actions' consequences through meditation. The Buddha's enlightenment

Suzanne Jeffrey those individuals their moral responsibility to the society in which they live. If they don't practice moral economics, then people can't live together. The first time that the Buddha

This text discusses the moral obligations individuals face within their communities. It emphasizes the vital role of teachers as lifelong guides in moral development, contrasting with other temporary

52 The Virtue of Absorbing 6. Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta There is the offering that is purified by the giver, not by the receiver. There is the offering that is purified by the receiver, not by th

The Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta discusses the concept of offering purification by the giver and receiver. It differentiates four types of offerings: purified by the giver, by the receiver, by neither, and b

"Bhikkhus,5 my duties that are of benefit and support to you are now complete. I now wish to remind you that the nature of all living creatures is impermanence and degenerat.ion. Thus, you should cont

In this discourse, it is emphasized that impermanence is a fundamental nature of all living beings. To be mindful and careful is paramount in avoiding recklessness, which can lead to misconduct. By di

"• In conclusion, the sufferings of all beings are caused by succumbing to the influence of our accumulated defilements - from the past until this moment. We open our eyes (all of our senses are open)

In conclusion, suffering arises from our defilements, which influence our actions and desires. To achieve true happiness, we must eliminate these defilements through good actions, stopping poor habits

The key difference between a mind under the sway of thoughts and the mind that has come to standstill is that the latter consumes virtually no metabolic energy. When your mind starts to come to rest i

The key difference between an active and still mind is energy consumption—less energy leads to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understandi