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The Reality of the New Middle East
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The Reality of the New Middle East
…ments used by the Bush administration in justifying the war in Iraq was the existence of an axis of evil that threatened U. S. interests, running, improbably and crookedly, through Iraq, Iran, and North K…
The new Middle East is defined by three country clusters: Iran–Iraq, Lebanon–Syria, and Palestine–Israel, intertwined with issues such as nuclear proliferation and sectarianism. The U.S. faces not jus
The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
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The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
…hanistan in cooperation with the United States, only to see itself denounced as part of the axis of evil shortly afterward. And in the spring of 2003, around the time Baghdad was captured by U.S. forces i…
This text explores the multifaceted relationship between the United States and Iran, emphasizing the challenges faced by U.S. military policy amidst high oil prices and ongoing conflicts. It discusses
Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
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Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
…ther by the one who possesses magical power, or who is of so-called high birth, or by divine power, evil power, or highest power these being symbolized by the titles ‘ascetic, brahmin, god, Māra, and Brah…
This text discusses the criterion of being the Tathāgata's son, emphasizing the irremovable confidence (saddhā) in the Buddha. It defines this confidence as settled and unchangeable despite external i
ธรรมะและกรรม: ความซับซ้อนของกรรม
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ธรรมะและกรรม: ความซับซ้อนของกรรม
…is good or not in meaning. But kamma though, complicated is also known whether we have done good or evil, by judging from its outcome. The effects of the kamma reflect their causes. ธรรมะสมเด็จพระสังฆราชอ…
เนื้อหาสำรวจความซับซ้อนของกรรมว่าแม้จะซับซ้อนเพียงใด เราสามารถแยกแยะกรรมดีและไม่ดีได้จากผลที่เกิดขึ้น นอกจากนี้ยังเน้นความแตกต่างในชาติกำเนิดของแต่ละบุคคลที่แสดงให้เห็นถึงกรรมในอดีต โดยทุกชีวิตมีพื้นฐ
Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
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Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
…al gift, with power over it as if he were the king². 2. Now at that time there came over Payasi an evil view of things to this effect: - ¹ The touching story of his birth is told in the Introductory Sto…
The Payasi Sutta recounts the teachings of venerable Kumara Kassapa during his time in Setavya. It narrates the challenges faced by Payasi, a chieftain in this city, as he grapples with misconceptions
The Examination of Moral Consequences
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The Examination of Moral Consequences
…ve uttered lying, slanderous, abusive, gossiping speech, have been covetous, of malign thoughts, of evil opinions. They anon have fallen ill of mortal suffering and disease. When I had understood that the…
In this dialogue, the protagonist questions Master Kassapa about the existence of moral consequences for unethical actions. Despite Master Kassapa's assertions, the protagonist cites personal experien
Exploring the Existence of Life After Death
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Exploring the Existence of Life After Death
… from lying, slandering, rude, or frivolous speech, who have not coveted, or had malign thoughts or evil opinions. They anon have fallen ill of mortal suffering and disease. When I had understood that the…
บทสนทนาระหว่างเจ้าชายกับอาจารย์คัสซัปปะ เกี่ยวกับการมีหลักฐานที่ชัดเจนในการพิสูจน์ว่าชีวิตหลังความตายมีจริงหรือไม่ เจ้าชายกล่าวถึงเพื่อนๆ และญาติที่รักษาศีลธรรมแต่ประสบโรคภัยและไม่ได้เกิดใหม่ในโลกที่ส
The Journey of Choices
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The Journey of Choices
…ven like the simile of the load of hemp, methinks Prince, is what you say. Renounce, Prince, this evil set of opinions, renounce them, I say ! Let them not be long a source of bale and sorrow to you…
A story unfolds as two cronies traverse various villages, encountering different materials such as flax, cotton, and metals. One crony makes progressive choices, ending up with gold, while the other c
The Rebirth of Prince Payasi and the Venerable Gavampati
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The Rebirth of Prince Payasi and the Venerable Gavampati
… done ? ' ' I was indeed, sir, but through his reverence Kumara Kassapa I detached myself from that evil set of opinions. ' ' But the youth Uttara, who objected to thy gift, friend, whereunto has he been …
In this narrative, the venerable Gavampati often retreats to an empty mansion for meditation. He encounters Prince Payasi, who acknowledges his past disbelief in the afterlife and explains his transfo
88 Meditation Benefits
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88 Meditation Benefits
…– Defilements are mental impurities caused by greed, anger and delusion. They are the causes of all evil and man’s biggest flaw. Greed causes discontent and misguided ambition. It drives people to cheat, …
Meditation enhances mindfulness and comprehension, fostering perception and awareness. It aligns body and mind, leading to improved focus and memory, which results in better performance in academics a
Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
…ya Tradition. Luang Pu Wat Paknam: Phramongkolthepmuni, founder of the Dhammakaya Tradition Mara: evil, both as a concept and as a personification. In Buddhist cosmology, Mara is a supra-natural being r…
This text provides insight into important Thai terms associated with Buddhism. Terms such as 'Klong' refer to canals, while 'Luang Por' and 'Luang Pu' are respectful titles for monks, particularly in
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
… indeed an all-encompassing and greater Mara that is seen through deep meditation. This is the most evil because it is all around us and permeates everything, even our meditation, if we are not careful. T…
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey elaborates on the concept of Mara, describing five distinct types: Kanta Mara (the body and mind functions), Gamma (action from karma), Deity (false gods), Matuman (fe
Understanding the Buddha's Teachings
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Understanding the Buddha's Teachings
…consistently focused on the internal, a person is creating good energy and that is the way to fight evil. Imagine if everyone had an internal power plant and they were generating good energy!'"
In his teachings, the Buddha discusses the coarseness of the mind due to attachment, anger, and greed. He identifies three groups of people in response to his teachings: true believers, non-believers,
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
…ul to others, then it is not our internal voice we are listening to, but a voice that is hurtful or evil. And that is baap, negative energy that is being heard. But if we meditate, then kilesa has a tough…
Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice
Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
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Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
… clear, more free, more firm. But when it is not, when the mind has defilement, then we begin to do evil things. At the time of the second supreme enlightenment, the Buddha 104
This passage discusses the workings of the mind and the importance of meditation for achieving true understanding. It emphasizes that the mind functions properly only when all inputs are correct, high
Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
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Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
…ordained. The precepts are tools that help define the differences between right and wrong, good and evil. They help to strengthen the individual's determination in facing life's challenges by instilling m…
The 227 precepts provide rules and guidelines for the ordained, defining right and wrong to help individuals strengthen their determination amidst life's challenges. They ensure that knowledge gained
The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
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The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
… alone without the added wisdom of Dhamma, remains imperfect and vulnerable to manipulation towards evil. Only when seen through the eyes of those who possess an understanding of Dhamma, does worldly know…
This text discusses how a lack of moral values rooted in Dhamma leads to selfish actions that hinder economic and social growth in Thailand. It emphasizes that worldly knowledge is insufficient withou
The Importance of Ordination for Men
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The Importance of Ordination for Men
…ordained. The precepts are tools that help define the differences between right and wrong, good and evil. They help to strengthen the individual’s determination in facing life’s challenges by instilling m…
Ordination plays a crucial role in a man's life, emphasizing 227 precepts that guide them in distinguishing right from wrong, instilling virtues like patience and determination. These teachings aid in
Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
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Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
…od judgement, and causes problems that lead to their being labelled as fools, tyrants and people of evil or destructive intent. This is because they have not been taught to distinguish between good and ba…
การศึกษาที่แท้จริงคือการสำรวจตัวเองและเข้าใจข้อบกพร่องของเรา การศึกษาเพื่อแก้ไขการกระทำที่ไม่ดีและสร้างกรรมดีช่วยให้ลดทุกข์ในชีวิตได้ โดยมีการจัดการที่เหมาะสมเพื่อยกระดับศีลธรรมและความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
Self-Reflection and Dhamma Contemplation for Personal Growth
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Self-Reflection and Dhamma Contemplation for Personal Growth
…vernight. Contemplate on giving up. Give up wrongdoings. Give up bad actions. Give up everything evil. Give up the slackness in your meditation. Contemplate on improving. Improve on doing more good …
In this text, readers are encouraged to engage in nightly self-reflection, evaluating their daily actions to accumulate merit and relinquish negative deeds. The practice emphasizes giving up wrongdoin