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The Virtue of Absorbing: Insights from Udaya Sutta
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The Virtue of Absorbing: Insights from Udaya Sutta
… over, the rain - god sprinkles rain. Over and over, the farmer farms the field; Over and over, the food grows in the realm. Over and over, beggars do their begging; Over and over, the givers give out gif…
The Udaya Sutta discusses the cyclical nature of life, where actions lead to results. It emphasizes the importance of wisdom in breaking the cycle of birth and death. Those who gain true understanding
Ethics and Civic Training Programs in Thailand
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Ethics and Civic Training Programs in Thailand
…hardships caused by Islamist insurgencies in southern Thailand. As of 2013, more than 4,300 tons of food and supplies have been donated for this cause as well as for victims of floods and other natural di…
โปรแกรมการฝึกอบรมจริยธรรมและหน้าที่พลเมืองในประเทศไทยมีผู้เข้าร่วมหลายล้านคนทุกปี โดยมีความสำคัญในการสร้างความตระหนักรู้เกี่ยวกับจริยธรรมและกฎหมาย รวมถึงโปรแกรม "Inner Dream Kindergarten" ที่สอนธรรมแล
Dhammakaya Temple: A Community of Peace and Meditation
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Dhammakaya Temple: A Community of Peace and Meditation
…e Buddha’s teaching of the Four Favorable Environments, which consist of favorable place, favorable food, favorable people, and favorable Dhamma. Every construction is implemented on the basis of minimum …
The Dhammakaya Temple, established on February 20, 1970, embodies a culture of peace and meditation, prioritizing spiritual growth over material concerns. It features the largest meditation hall, capa
Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
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Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
…he necessary effort for whatever you do. Even in simple things like eating a meal, you have to find food, to cook, to put it in your mouth, to chew, to swallow. If you get tired of doing this and stop eat…
การทำสมาธิที่ถูกต้องตั้งแต่ต้นจนจบจะทำให้การเดินทางของคุณราบรื่นและง่ายดาย คุณต้องทำสิ่งนี้อย่างต่อเนื่องและหมั่นฝึกฝนเพื่อความสำเร็จ แม้ว่าจะมีความท้าทาย ให้เข้าใจว่าคุณยังเป็นคนธรรมดาและต้องเอาใจใส่
Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
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Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
… the other is urgency/necessity. Let’s look at some examples. “Here is the first action: You give food to the monks (even one spoonful) and the monk studies because he has been fed. In this way, we give…
In this enlightening dialogue, the necessity of creating 'boon' (goodness) continuously is discussed, emphasizing the intentional practices one must engage in to enhance their spiritual well-being. It
Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
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Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
…ink. "As soon as we are born, then, we have some automatic responses and some basic needs. We need food, shelter, clothing, medicine, and some people would say that we need love.
During the Peace Revolution Conference at the Ashram on February 29, 2009, participants from around the world gathered to hear Luang Por share his insights on living a good life. Despite the cultural
Self-Development and Teacher Training Initiatives
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Self-Development and Teacher Training Initiatives
…n within families, raised with the same parents, in the same house, having the same education, same food on the table – everything! Same-same. But are they the same? NO! Each one is different, because of …
In this meeting, various educational initiatives are discussed, focusing on self-development programs and teacher training. Projects include a Self-Development program inspired by the Five Rooms and S
Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
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Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
…: Most people only understand physical quality, not spiritual quality. Take, for example, breakfast food. First, how did we acquire it? Did we steal it or buy it? How was it prepared? Are we eating it whi…
The text highlights the essential nature of developing good habits from a young age to influence overall health and wellbeing. It discusses how the mother's habits during pregnancy can affect the chil
The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
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The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
…must breathe for ourselves, drink our own water and milk, and then somehow provide for clothing and food. We must help ourselves as much as possible: We must learn to help ourselves! And we must meditate …
The text discusses the inherent challenges and crises faced at birth, emphasizing the transition to independence and the need to find essential elements for survival. It highlights the debt of gratitu
Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
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Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
…in the right quantity. Always four or five bites less than fullness. This is the proper quantity of food. You need a lot of strength in order to train yourself. "Take, for example, the mosquito: shooing …
This text emphasizes the significance of patience and kindness according to Buddha's teachings during a week of meditation while following the eight precepts. It highlights the importance of good mann
The Power of Inside Meditation
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The Power of Inside Meditation
…re to become dark with anger and greed. But babies don't have greed except, perhaps, for attention, food and dry diapers! Hence, this is the importance of the mother's timeliness. As we grow, our eyes go …
Suzanne Jeffrey shares her journey from outside meditation to the more profound inside meditation. She emphasizes the need to understand the mind, which often distracts us, leading to lost energy. The
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
…ers, so we have Luang Pi Pasura and Luang Pi Joshua as our translators. We also have delicious Thai food awaiting us for lunch! 2PM – 18 March 2010 This is a time for Questions and Answers. We have been…
In this enlightening session, the Dhammakaya Master discusses the Law of Kamma as a re-discovery, guiding individuals to see their actions' consequences through meditation. The Buddha's enlightenment
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
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Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
…his way. If we meditate and continue to meditate we create boon which comes back to us. If we offer food to the monks, we see the results of this immediately as well. Baap, or bad kamma, works in the same…
In this discourse, Suzanne Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of meditation and concentration in understanding Kamma, which refers to the actions we take and their intentions. We are tasked with trai
The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
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The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
…s what kamma is: Action with intention. “In the past, mothers used to take their children to offer food to the monks. Now, that culture is lost. If the culture is lost, how do we teach it? At home, the d…
This text discusses how habits develop from early training and repeated actions, and emphasizes that both good and bad habits influence our lives. It highlights the need for teachers to first correct
The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
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The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
Suzanne Jeffrey The Reality of Life: We get this picture from our parents. Our birth is the most critical time, and the weakest time, of our life. Because the four elements are impure, we realize tha
… It discusses the struggle for survival, highlighting that constant external searching for shelter, food, and health drives us away from internal peace. Poor moral education can lead to wrong livelihoods,…
The Importance of Habits and Training in Education
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The Importance of Habits and Training in Education
…ers for our own actions. We also learn about the economy in this room because we have to budget for food, and figure out portion control. Additionally, if we are involved with social networking, we learn …
In education, respect, discipline, and patience are essential core values. Habit formation begins at home, with primary caregivers setting examples for children. Rooms in a home serve as spaces for le
The Difference Between Monks and Street Beggars
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The Difference Between Monks and Street Beggars
… presents himself in modest fashion to receive offerings. Even the manner, in which monks eat their food is more composed and dignified. Seeking Alms can take many forms: 1. Monks may travel around his c…
The text discusses the fundamental differences between monks and street beggars. While both seek alms, begging for monks is an act of humility and dignity, whereas for beggars it often signifies despe
The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
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The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
…Year’s Day 2515 BE. I went to seek alms for the very first time. I have never before begged for food in my entire life, so this first time was very embarrassing for me. However, when I was seeking a…
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
Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
…oned 10 conditions directly relates to how wisely we use, store and acquire the four necessities of food, clothing, shelter and medicine.
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
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
…work leads to a 'bad' mind, which leads to bad habits, and which also becomes a programme for life. Food habits lead to better health, the mind is uplifted and boon, or pure energy, is created, giving pos…
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