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The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
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The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
…of our respect for their endeavours, so that we may learn from their life story, and set them as an example to follow. One of these monks whom we can learn from is Rohana
After leaving this world, the Buddha offered the teachings of the Dhamma as a guide for his followers. His teachings have withstood the test of time, showcasing their timeless relevance. The commitmen
The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
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The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
…y, we must learn to "give and take" from one another, not only to simply take all the time. For example, having just received alms from all of you here today; the present author is now returning thanks…
This text discusses the reciprocal relationship between monks and the community through the exchange of alms and teachings. The author emphasizes the importance of monks learning the Dhamma to offer v
The Tradition of Seeking Alms in Buddhism
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The Tradition of Seeking Alms in Buddhism
…dicine, and shelter. All of these are acquired through the seeking of alms. Lord Buddha set a good example for seeking alms. The Buddha would set out and seek alms, but would then follow the offering with a…
In Buddhism, seeking alms is an essential practice for monks, providing not only food but also clothing, medicine, and shelter. This tradition, exemplified by Lord Buddha, allows monks to connect with
The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
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The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
…ddha and aloud-a way of memorizing the records of the Buddha’s sermons found in the Pali Canon. For example, the *Dhamacakkavattana Sutta* was the sermon that the Buddha gave to his first five disciples. The…
Chanting in Buddhism plays a crucial role in enhancing faith and preserving teachings of the Buddha. It reminds practitioners of the virtues of the Triple Gem and helps them avoid temptation. Historic
The Benefits of Chanting
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The Benefits of Chanting
… stunted. A healthy muscle must be soft, firm and flexible. Take the rubber band on a slingshot for example, If it is dry and tight, it can break or not be of much use. However, if it is flexible, then it ca…
Chanting offers numerous benefits including enhancing mental clarity and focus, fostering unity, and preserving the teachings of Lord Buddha. It can improve self-confidence and even aid in speech issu
Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
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Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
… instill a desire for fixing and looking after things. If one screw falls out of a car engine, for example, there might be a squeaking noise. If left uncorrected, it might lead to greater problems that can …
วัดเป็นสถานที่สำคัญที่เกี่ยวข้องกับศาสนาและการบริจาคของสังคม การดูแลรักษาทรัพย์สินของวัดเป็นเรื่องที่ทุกพระสงฆ์ต้องร่วมมือกัน หากวัดไม่ได้รับการดูแล อาจทำให้ฝ่ายเลย์ไม่เกิดกระแสการบริจาคเพื่อทำบุญอีกต
The Charismatic Teachings of Luang Por
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The Charismatic Teachings of Luang Por
…to others.” She told him not to be a person who taught things out of a textbook, but to be a living example that other people could observe and follow. This implied that he could only teach properly that whi…
… belief in moral discipline and the necessity to address timeless human problems. Through relatable examples and a humorous approach, he advocates for teaching methods that reduce greed and anger, fostering …
Understanding Truth Through Experience
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Understanding Truth Through Experience
… difficult to understand through verbal explanation. It is better to see for oneself, let’s use the example of a chilli… Imagine if someone who has never tasted a chilli comes up to you to ask what a chilli …
This text emphasizes that some concepts are challenging to convey verbally and are best understood through personal experience. Using the analogy of tasting a chilli, it illustrates that describing th
Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
…ison and need to refuel their elements, as explained later, but they refuel them more directly. For example, when animals are thirsty they drink water from the lake whereas human beings drink pork or even ha…
This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec
Understanding the Eternal Punishment of Life and the Role of Educators
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Understanding the Eternal Punishment of Life and the Role of Educators
…nly be measured practical and material achievements to do with their subject but also for the moral example they set in their day-to-day lives. In some ways a teacher must command the same moral standing in …
This content discusses the perpetual punishment of existence, highlighting how suffering is inherent in our lives through age, sickness, and basic needs. It emphasizes the necessity for mindful teachi
Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
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Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
…y to instil virtuous practice and behaviour in their pupils by guidance, tuition and their own self-example. Creating the framework of virtue and morality requires the pupil to understand and accept their o…
การศึกษาที่แท้จริงคือการสำรวจตัวเองและเข้าใจข้อบกพร่องของเรา การศึกษาเพื่อแก้ไขการกระทำที่ไม่ดีและสร้างกรรมดีช่วยให้ลดทุกข์ในชีวิตได้ โดยมีการจัดการที่เหมาะสมเพื่อยกระดับศีลธรรมและความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
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The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
…d through our kamma from lifetime to lifetime; even a baby will be subject to these sufferings. For example, when hungry, and if not fed at the appropriate times, a baby will suffer the emotion of anger, clu…
Selfishness and bias lead to suffering when individuals prioritize self-interest over communal support. In families and communities facing problems, this behavior results in conflict. Bias manifests i
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Our Lives
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Our Lives
accumulating bad kamma they are like prisoners in their own kammic cells, unaware of their perpetual imprisonment. Unfortunately, as aforementioned, this prison of life is so vast that we cannot see t
… importance of role models in teaching good kamma is also highlighted, illustrating how a teacher's example can inspire pupils to adopt beneficial practices, paving the way for a more enlightened existence. …
Training the Trainer: Defining a Good Trainer
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Training the Trainer: Defining a Good Trainer
…eness with a deep subject knowledge Mindful of personal physical and mental condition An upstanding example of good conduct Skilled in discipline and in the effective transfer of academic knowledge and moral…
บทที่ 3 ลงลึกในความสำคัญของการฝึกอบรมครู เพื่อสร้างแบบอย่างที่ดีในการสอน ความรู้เกี่ยวกับร่างกายและจิตใจเป็นพื้นฐานสำคัญ ผู้ที่เป็นครูที่สมบูรณ์จะต้องเป็นแบบอย่างที่ดีในด้านคุณธรรมและจริยธรรม โดยสามาร
The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
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The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
…st be exemplary and righteous. Good teachers, to be complete, must extend their influence and good example of conduct and intention beyond the classroom and into the spiritual realm; this is essential in pr…
บทนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของครูในฐานะที่เป็นแบบอย่างและการผสมผสานความรู้ทางวิชาการเข้ากับธรรม เพื่อช่วยให้นักเรียนเติบโตเป็นคนดี เนื้อหายังกล่าวถึงระดับความเข้าใจที่พระพุทธเจ้าสอนเกี่ยวกับชีวิต สี่ขั้นต
The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
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The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
…ledge they have acquired from being taught, and their own desire to learn plus the moral values and examples that they encounter, especially in their early and formative years. This places an enormous respon…
This text emphasizes the necessity of moral education to eliminate selfish and greedy tendencies, enabling peaceful coexistence. It discusses the role of various types of teachers—parents, school teac
Teaching Yourself Cleanliness and Discipline
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Teaching Yourself Cleanliness and Discipline
…n’t know how to read or write, but I observed and I learned how to teach myself. Take cleaning, for example. No one had to teach me. My father didn’t teach me. My mother didn’t teach me. I taught myself. Sin…
This text illustrates the concept of self-teaching through the author's experiences with cleanliness. Growing up in Nakorn Chaisi, the author learned to clean meticulously without being taught by anyo
Power Through Merit
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Power Through Merit
… hindrances or poisons that cause beings to perform undesirable deeds. Look at Devadatta(i)” as an example. He achieved only a little success but became disillusioned with himself and wanted to be famous. H…
In life, it is essential to assess both our personal condition and the merit we have accumulated. Striving for greatness should be rooted in good actions rather than desires driven by greed, anger, or
The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
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The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
… carefully. I knew building an alms house (reformatory) at the Buddhad­hakka Center was possible by example of the Most Venerable Luang Por Wat Paknam, who built a large alms house ca­pable of feeding many m…
This passage discusses the significance of merit in achieving success, specifically in the context of building a temple and an alms house at the Buddhadhakka Center. Drawing inspiration from the Most
Endurance and Self-Improvement
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Endurance and Self-Improvement
…ember 20, 1982 138. HAVING A STRONG WILL Whatever you do, do it with a strong will. Look at me for example. I have no education and hold no degree, but I am strong-willed, and I managed to establish this te…
This passage emphasizes the enduring qualities of fortitude and tolerance to avoid bad karma and hardships. It encourages continual self-improvement, urging readers to examine their flaws and make nec