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Samma Samadhi – Right Concentration. A refined state of mind in which you become focused in single-pointed concentration but with a sense of ecstatic joy and feelings of vast openness, softness, and b

This text outlines key Buddhist concepts that promote understanding and practice in meditation. Right Concentration, or Samma Samadhi, is described as a state of joyful focus. Samsara represents the c

1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W

The text discusses two types of fools in Buddhism: External Fools, who are non-Buddhists aiming to undermine the faith by misrepresenting its teachings, and Internal Fools, who are Buddhists lacking r

A Successful Marriage Monica : We have a big problem in Norway. Many people get divorced, like 50% every year, and I don't know why that happens all the time because you can just change your man like

In Norway, where divorce rates reach 50% annually, Monica seeks to understand how other cultures and religions maintain lasting marriages. Luang Por emphasizes three critical questions for those conte

Part Two: Raising Children Getting up early in the morning is an important habit to be aware of and will serve our child well both in school and at work. Going to sleep earlier in the evening is impor

In raising children, instilling good habits such as waking up early and going to bed on time lays a foundation for success in school and work. Teaching cleanliness practices including hygiene is essen

Part Two: Raising Children 2. Pain and Suffering: Children should be aware of the need to care for their own health, though they should never be deceptive nor pretend to be sick in order to get out of

In this section, we discuss essential aspects of raising children including their health awareness, the importance of teamwork, and understanding social roles. Children should learn not to deceive reg

Part Two: Raising Children using the four requisites. We will need to ask ourselves if we have the ability to maintain quality (always delivering our best); ability to manage our time (seeing all the

In raising children, it's crucial to embody qualities of quality, time management, and financial prudence, as children absorb both good and bad traits from their parents. By consistently modeling thes

Part Two: Raising Children When our children are young, we are everything to them. As they grow older, friends will influence their thoughts and attitudes more and more. In the teenage years, they wil

Part Two explores how parents are central in their children's early lives and adapt as they grow. Initially, parents are everything, but as children reach their teenage years, peers begin to influence

Caring for Your Preceptor (upatthāka) Your preceptor is one whom you owe much. Your preceptor spends countless hours instructing you on the ways of the Dhamma tirelessly. You should express your grat

Caring for your preceptor is essential as they dedicate countless hours to your education in the Dhamma. Expressing gratitude by respecting and assisting them can yield significant personal benefits,

The extracted text from the image is: ----------- Chapter 4 Those who meditate with consistency will have good emotions, and can easily see and understand the truth that everyone has good and bad in

Chapter 4 emphasizes the significance of regular meditation in helping individuals recognize the duality of good and bad within themselves and others. By understanding this balance, people can cultiva

Part Seven: Appendixes Danamaya: see Dana Dhamma: split into three main meanings: First: "Pure Nature" within existence and our relationship to it; Second: the teachings of how to get to our "Pure Nat

This appendix provides definitions for crucial terms related to Dhamma, including the meaning of Dhama, the significance of giving sermons, the process of forming right outlooks, and the concept of su

Part Seven: Appendixes All of these precepts are meant to decrease kilesa, especially sexual desire and allow us to focus on spiritual cultivation. Five Precepts: five rules of conduct that we can cho

This section discusses the Five Precepts aimed at reducing kilesa, particularly sexual desire, fostering spiritual growth. The Five Precepts include refraining from killing, stealing, sexual misconduc

Dhammakaya Meditation Societies Worldwide Wat Phra Dhammakaya 23/2 Mu 7, Khlong Sam, Khlong Luang Pathum Thani 12120, Thailand Tel: +(66) 2831-1000 +(66) 2524-0257 to 63 Fax: +(66) 2524-0270 to 1 E-ma

Dhammakaya Meditation Societies are dedicated to promoting meditation practices worldwide. With locations across various countries, these societies aim to foster peace, mindfulness, and spiritual grow

Part Seven: Appendixes Tochigi Wat Bhavana Tochigi 1068 Oya-Machi, Utsunomiya-shi, Tochigi-ken, Japan 321-0345 Tel: +(81) 2-8652-8701 to 2 +(81) 2-8652-8703 E-mail: [email protected] Tokyo Dhamm

This section provides contact details for various Dhammakaya Meditation Centers located in Japan and Malaysia, including addresses, telephone numbers, and email contacts. These centers serve as hubs f

Part Seven: Appendixes Europe BELGIUM Antwerp Wat Phra Dhammakaya Belgium (Dhammakaya International Meditation Centre of Belgium) Sint-Jobsteenweg 84, 2970 'S-Gravenwezel, Antwerp, Belgium Tel: +(32)

This section provides details about Wat Phra Dhammakaya centers in Europe, including locations in Belgium, Denmark, and France. Each center offers meditation practices and spiritual support for indivi

TAMING THE MIND TO RAISE ITS QUALITY Meditation is a legacy passed down from the wisdom of the ancients. The ancients recognized the need to preserve the quality of the mind and placed more importanc

Meditation is an ancient practice aimed at preserving the mind's quality over material wealth. The ancients knew that true prosperity lies in inward focus, connecting with the center of our being. By

"Luang Phaw, I feel like my father takes unfair advantage of my mother. He doesn’t care about his children and only looks after himself. He is only concerned about his own wellbeing. During tough time

In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their family. Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding familial roles and the moral respons

Knowledge and Career I urgently was longing for knowledge and wisdom to guide myself and other people in a decent way, but I didn't believe in my own abilities. Since I learned how to meditate, I chan

The text discusses the transformative power of knowledge and meditation in personal growth and career success. The author reflects on their journey from self-doubt to recognizing their potential and d

Journey to Joy 204 The degree of patience for where we are in our spiritual journey is quite remarkable. I have learned that we can work miracles by realizing the miracle within ourselves. To transfor

The journey towards joy highlights the importance of patience in our spiritual growth. To create miracles, we must discover the miracle within ourselves. By transforming individually, we contribute po

1.1) Responsibility in duty and work. This means, no matter what the work is, the amount of work, its ease or difficulty, whether or not the situation is favorable, whether or not the budget is limite

This text discusses the significance of responsibility in various aspects of life including work, speech, friendships, and adherence to moral standards. It emphasizes that true responsibility requires

In addition to being good parents and performing parental duties, they should also assume the following roles: 1. The role of a teacher. Parents must teach children to discern what is right and wr

Parents play a pivotal role in shaping their children’s lives beyond just fulfilling basic parental duties. They must act as teachers, guiding children in distinguishing right from wrong and modeling