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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
… the following six directions: your parents or guardians, your teachers, your spouse or partner and family; your friends or your schoolmates or the people you work with, your employees, and your "moral guid…
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
Taming the Mind to Raise its Quality
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Taming the Mind to Raise its Quality
…bles it will bring back to its owner. Some men are so concerned about their business or about their family, that their mind knows nothing but unrest. Only if they can manage to bring their mind back to thei…
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
The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
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The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
…urage their male children to be ordained as well, upon coming of age. All male members of the royal family also had to undergo a period of ordination.’ This tradition continued until the Ratanakosintra Per…
บทความนี้สำรวจการเปลี่ยนแปลงและการลดลงของการศึกษาเกี่ยวกับธรรมะในสังคมไทย โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งในช่วงหลังกรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ เมื่อระบบการศึกษาหมุนเข้าสู่แนวทางตะวันตก ส่งผลให้ผู้คนเริ่มเชื่อว่า ความรู้ด้านวิ
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
…ot yet old, he was still strong and healthy, living a life free from poverty and surrounded by many family and friends who loved and respected him. Why then, has he chosen to be ordained? In ancient time, …
In exploring why individuals may choose to ordain as monks, four key circumstances are highlighted: old age, illness, poverty, and social rejection. These situations often drive individuals to seek re
The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
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The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
…By observing her offering and her clothing and appearance, I could discern that she was from a poor family. This act of kindness from a girl who most likely did not have much money or means at all moved me.…
This narrative explores the author's deep insights gained from witnessing three acts of almsgiving, particularly focusing on a young girl from a poor background. The contrasting offerings of food high
Caring for Your Preceptor (Upatthāka)
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Caring for Your Preceptor (Upatthāka)
…for Your Preceptors 1. Instills a sense of humility, especially for those who may have come from a family of high social/economic standing. Your arrogance will subside. A parable on humility
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 Impact of Upbringing on Character Development
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The Impact of Upbringing on Character Development
…first grade, Luang Por brought his best friend to his house. His father asked him what his friend's family name was, and after his friend had left, forbade him to associate or play with that person in futur…
This narrative illustrates the importance of a good upbringing as exemplified by Luang Por’s life. His father’s strict but wise teachings shaped his character, guiding him in choosing friends and reso
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
…s form the most fundamental values of human needs, which are: respect for life; value for property; family values; and integrity. As a result of our values they become our precepts. To affirm these values t…
Honest work illuminates the mind, paving the way for successful meditation. This journey creates good habits and positive energy, fostering happiness and health. Conversely, dishonest actions breed ne
The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
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The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
…rather than giving support, encouragement and material things to others. When problems occur in the family, group or community, if there is lack of cooperation and people behave selfishly then suffering and…
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
The Essential Role of Teachers in Education
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The Essential Role of Teachers in Education
…at add up to a basic well-rounded individual who may enjoy successful social integration within the family and community. If these basics of home-taught knowledge and behaviour are neglected or impure, the …
Teachers play a crucial role in shaping students by blending academic knowledge with moral guidance. A clear understanding of their responsibilities can empower teachers to produce not only intelligen
The Impact of Parenting on Child Development
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The Impact of Parenting on Child Development
…will all become habits. Even after growing up, two children — one who eats dinner together with the family and one who eats dinner separately — will have different habits. Or children who are taught to wash…
This text examines the influence of parenting on children's development, emphasizing that actions speak louder than words. By analyzing different approaches to feeding and teaching children, it reveal
TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
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TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
…ct result of the kamma we have accumulated in previous lives. To be born into propitious Right View family circumstances we have to accumulate sufficient merit by our thoughts, words and actions. Once we ar…
This text outlines the ten right views that promote a deeper understanding of generosity, respect, and the consequences of one's actions in light of Kamma. Starting with generosity, it emphasizes the
Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
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Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
…e. Respect — This Habit will raise the Perception that everyone should strive to do Good Things If family and school teach those first four right views to their children, it will allow children to reach th…
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
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
… beyond (Nirvana). The goal on Earth is to live happily, enjoy good health, be blessed with a good family and be accepted in society. Everyone wishes for this, whether they believe in any religious faith o…
Life goals are categorized into three levels: the earthly goal of happiness, good health, and social acceptance; the celestial realm goal, influenced by religious beliefs in afterlife concepts; and th
Empowering Yourself: The Journey to Self-Reliance
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Empowering Yourself: The Journey to Self-Reliance
3. SAVE YOURSELF FIRST We are like a small, helpless baby bird vulnerable to dangers. Save yourself from danger before thinking and worrying about saving others. After I left home, I never looked back
…must first ensure their own safety. It recounts personal experiences of giving away possessions for family welfare and highlights the philosophical stance of self-reliance over dependency on others. The nar…
Strive to Build Maximum Merit
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Strive to Build Maximum Merit
…g born human is a great blessing indeed. It doesn’t matter whether you are born into a rich or poor family, a fortunate or unfortunate condition, you should accept it and carry on. There is nothing anyone c…
การมีชีวิตเป็นมนุษย์นั้นเป็นการอัศจรรย์ที่สำคัญมาก เราต้องใช้ชีวิตให้มีคุณค่าและสร้างบุญให้มากที่สุด พระพุทธศาสนาย้ำว่าการกระทำดีจะส่งผลดี ซึ่งบุญคือสิ่งเดียวที่เราสามารถนำติดตัวไปหลังจากตาย ทุกคนต้อง
Receiving Guests with Compassion and Dhamma
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Receiving Guests with Compassion and Dhamma
…r moral nature, especially our Dhamma. Some guests visit us to recount their tales of woe or their family troubles, but these stories only distract our own minds from Dhamma, or from the center of our bodi…
Receiving guests seeking guidance can be challenging. It is essential to cater to them while upholding our moral nature and Dhamma. Guests often share their struggles, which can distract us from our p
Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
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Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
…, I never left the temple and was there for the entire duration. Some people went home to see their family. Some went elsewhere. But I cared too much for meditation to leave. This is why I advanced so much …
In this collection of reflections, the author shares profound insights gained from attending a meditation workshop and personal challenges faced in building a temple. The narrative emphasizes the impo
Good Deeds and the Path to Merit
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Good Deeds and the Path to Merit
…chieving this state of purity, I was able to enter the lower world. I even searched for my deceased family animals to spread merit to them. November 22, 1981
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงการกระทำความดีและการสะสมบุญเพื่อการเกิดใหม่ที่ดีในอนาคต การทำความดีและการช่วยทำความสะอาดวัดไม่เพียงแต่เป็นการสร้างบุญ แต่ยังทำให้เราได้เข้าสู่สวรรค์ในระดับที่สูงขึ้น บทความยังได้กล่าวถ
Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
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Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
109. BUILD UP MERIT A layperson expressed the desire to go on a meditation retreat, but was concerned about her grown son being left alone. When a man and a woman are in love, the world becomes a colo
…cussion opens with a layperson's dilemma about meditation retreats and the responsibilities towards family. It highlights the challenges of parenthood, asserting that having children comes with inevitable b…