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Power of Merit and Its Importance in Life
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Power of Merit and Its Importance in Life
67, Power through merit 116, One drop at a time fills up a jar 116, With merit you will succeed in everything 119, Born to pursue prosperity 117, Fruit of merit 117, Only those with a pure heart will
… merit in life. It discusses how cultivating merit leads to success, prosperity, and happiness. The focus is on performing good deeds, maintaining a pure heart, and accumulating merits that can provide sup…
The Dhammakaya Tradition
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The Dhammakaya Tradition
The Dhammakaya Tradition Founded by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, Phra Mongkhonpuraimi (background picture), the Dhammakaya Knowledge was passed on to Khun Yai Chan Khonnokyoong (center
…bbot, and Luang Por Dattajivo, the Vice-Abbot of the Dhammakaya Temple in Thailand. Their teachings focus on meditation and the understanding of Dhamma for personal development and enlightenment. The linea…
Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
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Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
7. LOOK WITHIN YOURSELF I look at myself. I look through myself. I understand "me" clearly. I look into my physical self to find my human nature until I thoroughly understand it. Then I look deeper in
This text encourages individuals to look within themselves for true understanding rather than focusing on others. It highlights the journey of self-discovery through examining both physical and spiri…
DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
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DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
DHAKMA IS YOUR REFUGE I see all the way through. I see clearly that, out of everything in this world and beyond-physical, natural, and spiritual- no one can help me but me. Who else can relieve my suf
…heir final opportunity for spiritual growth, aiming to make the most significant merit possible. By focusing on wholesome thoughts and actions, anyone can transform their existence.
Born Alone, Die Alone
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Born Alone, Die Alone
16. BORN ALONE, DIE ALONE We were born alone and we will die alone. There is no need to worry about others if we can't even save ourselves. If we can't save ourselves, and don't have a firm grip on o
Life is fleeting and solitary; focus on saving oneself before aiding others. With the knowledge of Buddhism, one must act promptly to re…
The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
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The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
30. BE MODEST I'm not the ambitious type. I don't want to be popular nor famous like others. This has been a characteristic of mine for a long time. When I lived at Wat Paknam and practiced high-leve
…es. Through this journey, the author finds pride in their accomplishments and encourages readers to focus on their own path of improvement. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Receiving Guests with Compassion and Dhamma
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Receiving Guests with Compassion and Dhamma
40. RECEIVING GUESTS Receiving guests who inquire for your help is not easy. We must learn the proper way to do it. Although we must cater to them, we must also maintain our moral nature, especially
…future goals, we can assess our capability to assist others. Meditation strengthens our resolve and focus. Remembering that chanting and meditation serve as remedies for suffering can aid both us and our g…
Hold On Tightly: A Journey of Meditation and Patience
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Hold On Tightly: A Journey of Meditation and Patience
…“the Buddha who has properly attained enlightenment”. This mantra is used during meditation to help focus the mind. 51. NO NEED TO BE CODDLED Don’t feel injured. We need to understand that Luang Por [Dha…
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Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
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Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
55. ONLY SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT CAN HELP US In the entire universe, there is only one refuge from suffering for us, and that is meditative attainment. Hold on to it. Even if you see only a brief flash
…the mind back, leading to impurity and a loss of desire for spiritual attainment. It’s essential to focus on personal spiritual growth, as no one else can save you but yourself. Buddhism is centered around…
Embracing Meditation for Perfection
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Embracing Meditation for Perfection
56. TO SUCCESSFULLY PURSUE PERFECTIONS, ONE NEED TO EMBRACE MEDITATION We were born to pursue virtues. Strive to perform good deeds. If you wish to successfully pursue Perfections, you need to “attac
In the pursuit of Perfections, one must focus on mental development rather than attachment to people. Meditation serves as a vital practice to ov…
The Importance of Meditation and Attaining Dhamma
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The Importance of Meditation and Attaining Dhamma
…ould grow stronger every single day of our lives. Before I attained Dhamma*, I kept myself mentally focused at all times, whether I was sitting, walking, or doing anything else. Soon my mind would become s…
Meditation is emphasized as essential for achieving Dhamma, the ultimate goal in life. The text discusses the author's dedication to meditation, detailing how consistent practice leads to a purified m
Building Merit and Pure Heart
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Building Merit and Pure Heart
…ONLY THOSE WITH A PURE HEART WILL BE WITH ME A person with a pure heart and a clear mind, one whose focus is on gaining merit, is the only kind of person I want to have in my company. Those with defiled mi…
This text emphasizes that only individuals with a pure heart and clear mind, focused on gaining merit, belong together. Merely being in good company does not ensure merit; active par…
The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
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The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
76. WHAT YOU DO, YOU GET Those of you who take residence at the temple have given up your worldly attachments for the opportunity to be here. Since you have already given up so much, you should make y
…ng one another, everyone contributes to a nurturing environment conducive to spiritual development. Focus on your own actions, knowing that the good you do not only enriches your present but also your futu…
Taking the Long-Term View in Life
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Taking the Long-Term View in Life
95. TAKE THE LONG TERM VIEW I am someone who takes the long term view (seeing beyond this life). Nothing can be taken with us after death except our merit and demerit. Accumulate as much merit as you
…upon death, only merit and demerit accompany us, urging individuals to ignore external opinions and focus on doing good deeds regardless of recognition. True virtue will attract positive company, reinforci…
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
106. HELP FROM MERIT A layperson asked if she ran into obstacles and was far away from me, what she should do to get help from me (through my power of virtue). I advised her to recall the virtues from
… examines the role of karma in determining life expectancy and the consequences of past actions. By focusing on merit, individuals can foster positive relationships and lead a more fulfilling life. For mor…
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
…e temple door, as these earthly distinctions do not contribute to our true essence. Ultimately, the focus is on cultivating merit through our actions while accepting the impermanence of life and relationsh…
Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
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Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
111. PURSUING PERFECTIONS UNTIL YOU PREVAIL Addressing a group of Upasaka (male temple attendants) getting ready to be ordained: When you have decided to enter the temple in order to pursue Perfecti
…ensure success in spiritual pursuits. Ultimately, this guidance aims to help seekers maintain their focus and enhance their journey towards Perfections. For further insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
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The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A
… clear vision of enlightenment. Concerns about worldly distractions should be set aside in favor of focusing on merit and good deeds. By elevating the mind and releasing sensual desires, individuals can ac…
The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
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The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
115. BEAUTY THAT IS NOT In all my years, I have yet to see a truly beautiful woman. For all their efforts to beautify themselves from head to toe, to my eyes I see no beauty in them at all. What I see
…o a form of enslavement by Mara, resulting in self-imposed suffering. The importance of maintaining focus on higher pursuits rather than succumbing to fleeting desires is emphasized. The writings culminate…
The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
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The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
… looked down at me and mistreated me, but I did not allow myself to be affected by them. Instead, I focused my attention on meditation and on finding the right answers for Luang Por (Wat Paknam). I reache…
This text reflects on the importance of approaching meditation with seriousness and focus. Despite facing mistreatment and negativity from others, the author emphasizes the value of maintai…