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The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
“ I come to meditate here because it makes my mind free. I am feeling quite free in the brain and free inside the spirit, helpful and joyful. My feeling inside my body is I feel enlightened. It’s much
In this personal reflection, Lucky Moyo, a restaurant employee from Zimbabwe, shares how meditation has transformed his life, leading him to feel free, light, and enlightened. He emphasizes the import
Recognition of Venerable Monk's Peace Awards and Meditation Lessons
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Recognition of Venerable Monk's Peace Awards and Meditation Lessons
In recognition of his work, the Venerable received the World No Tobacco Day Award in 2004 from the World Health Organization for his successful smoke-free campaign among hundreds of Buddhist temples i
The Venerable monk received several prestigious awards for his contributions to peace, including the World No Tobacco Day Award in 2004 and the Mahatma Gandhi Peace Award in 2005. His campaign promote
การอธิบายความสำคัญของการบูชาทำบุญ
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การอธิบายความสำคัญของการบูชาทำบุญ
ณ บัดนี้ คำสอนอันสำคัญของ ชีวิตเรานั้นมุ่งให้พวกเรายึดมั่นไว้ก่อน มาใส่ในจิตใจของเราเพื่อไว้เป็นบารมีเพื่อผ่อนคลายอุบายในยามทุกข์เข็ญ เพื่อจิตมุ่งมั่นสมบูรณ์ดีเด่นชัดเท่านั้น (คำอธิบายบูชา) ซึ่งท่าน
คำสอนอันสำคัญดังกล่าวมุ่งให้เราเล็งเห็นถึงความจำเป็นในการเก็บรวบรวมบารมีและความดีงามในจิตใจเพื่อที่จะเป็นแหล่งพลังสำหรับเราเมื่ออยู่ในช่วงเวลาที่ยากลำบาก ความหมายของบูชาและการทำบุญนั้น relating ไปยังว
Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
REALTIES OF THE NEW MIDDLE EAST 21 otherwise unwelcome consequences..... And another message should be equally clear: leaders who abandon the pursuit of chemical, biological and nuclear weapons, and
This text discusses the complexities and challenges in the New Middle East, particularly regarding nuclear ambitions of countries like Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and the decline of the U.S. freedom agend
The Virtue of Giving
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The Virtue of Giving
22 The Virtue of Abongiving 5. Chalaṅgādāna Sutta Here, bhikkhus, there are three factors to the giver and three factors to the acceptor. Bhikkhus, what are the three factors of the giver? Even bef
In the Chalaṅgādāna Sutta, it is discussed that there are three essential factors for both the giver and the acceptor of a gift. For the giver, a pleasant mind before, during, and after giving is cruc
The Virtue of Abstaining: Dakhinābhibhānga Sutta
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The Virtue of Abstaining: Dakhinābhibhānga Sutta
44 The Virtue of Abstaining 6. Dakhinābhibhānga Sutta One gives a gift to one outside [the Dispensation] who is free from lust for sensual pleasures;30 this is the eleventh kind of personal offering.
In the Dakhinābhibhānga Sutta, the text discusses the significance of personal offerings in different contexts. It compares giving gifts to various recipients, such as virtuous and immoral individuals
Understanding the Right Way to Achieve Relaxation
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Understanding the Right Way to Achieve Relaxation
How Do You Know Whether You’re Doing It the Right Way? If you’re doing it the right way according to the right Knowledge (Vijja), your body will feel relaxed and at ease. Your mind will also feel rel
In achieving relaxation, if done correctly according to the right knowledge (Vijja), both body and mind will feel at ease. Initial feelings of contentment evolve into a lighter, more spacious existenc
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master discovered the Law of Kamma. He was not the creator of the Law, but the re-discoverer of the Law of Kamma. All beings who do evil or wrong things will discover the L
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
Achieving Complete Relaxation and Joy
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Achieving Complete Relaxation and Joy
the feeling of happiness and joyfulness, and when you breathe out, breathe out all your worries and negative feelings. Take a moment to let go of all responsibilities that relate to work, loved ones,
Discover the art of relaxation as you breathe out worries and negative feelings. This guide leads you through a process to release all responsibilities, completely relax your body, and empty your mind
Breathing Techniques for Mind and Body Relaxation
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Breathing Techniques for Mind and Body Relaxation
Then take 2-3 deep breaths. Inhale deeply, so you feel the air in your stomach. Exhale slowly. When you are inhaling, let yourself feel as though every cell in your body attains the fullest happiness
Breathing deeply helps in achieving a state of relaxation and joy. By focusing on inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly, individuals can release worry and tension, allowing for mental clarity. This prac
Activities at YUWA CAMP
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Activities at YUWA CAMP
Here is the extracted text from the image: --- Afternoon activity On the first day of the camp, at 14.30, Yuwakalayanamitra either learn Buddhist culture or make and receive merits through cleaning.
At YUWA CAMP, participants engage in learning Buddhist culture or performing merit through cleaning. They enjoy sports like football and badminton during free time. A special board allows them to expr
The Political Landscape of Iraq and Iran Post-Saddam
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The Political Landscape of Iraq and Iran Post-Saddam
It is out of this reality of conflicting and changing political agendas that a political agreement would have to be forged to transform Iraq once again from a failed state into a functioning one. It w
This text examines the complex realities of Iraq's political environment following the fall of Saddam Hussein and the subsequent rise of Iran as a powerful regional entity. It highlights the challenge
ธรรมกายและตาฎกครภในพระสูตร
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ธรรมกายและตาฎกครภในพระสูตร
พันได้ (Wayman and Wayman 1990: 99)59 ศรีมาลาเทวีสีหนาทสูตรกล่าวถึงธรรมกายและตาฎกครภว่า ธรรมกายนั้นหาดเริ่มต้นมีได้ ไม่มีการเกิด เป็นอมหะ ไม่มีการตาย ถาว มั่นคง สงบ ดั่งตรงนี้รังสี โดยเนื้อแท้ปราศจาก
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงธรรมกายและตาฎกครภตามที่ระบุในพระสูตรศรีมาลาเทวีสีหนาทสูตร โดยธรรมกายนั้นไม่มีการเกิดและการตาย เป็นอมหะและมั่นคง มีพุทธภาวะบริบูรณ์แม้จะถูกปิดด้วยกิเลส ซึ่งตาฎกครภหมายถึงธรรมกายที่ยังไ
The Virtue of Almsgiving
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The Virtue of Almsgiving
26 The Virtue of Almsgiving 5. Chalaṅgadāna Sutta Even before giving the mind is pleased, while giving is pleased, Having given is pleased, this is the accomplishment in giving a gift. Th
The Chalaṅgadāna Sutta outlines the significance of almsgiving, highlighting how the act of giving brings joy both before, during, and after the act. It emphasizes that those who lead a restrained and
Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey "The path begins with Right View, Samma-Ditthi. This is also called Right Understand- ing. On one level, this means that we understand that there is cause and effect: that do- ing goo
The text outlines the initial parts of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of Right View, which differentiates good and bad actions based on cause and effect. Right Intention is
Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
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Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
Suzanne Jeffrey “The Dhamma is sphere shaped. If we put our mind in the center of the Dhamma, then we will be bright all of the time and get rid of our defilements. Center of the center, middle of th
…in clarity and diminish our defilements. He explains that while we are born with a mix of karma and free will, our experiences and choices are influenced by past lifetimes and parental guidance. People often e…
The Pursuit of True Happiness
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The Pursuit of True Happiness
the desire of young people who seek happiness in companionship; once they find their match they are happy, but then later on comes the suffering. Suffering in the form of concern, worry, jealousy, pri
The text discusses how young people often seek happiness in companionship, experiencing initial joy that can later transform into suffering due to jealousy, pride, and disappointment. This can lead to
How Monks Free Themselves from Worldly Desire
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How Monks Free Themselves from Worldly Desire
How do Monks Free themselves from Worldly Desire? The answer to the above question is: Once ordained as a monk, you must fulfill all required and recommended duties based on tenets clearly specified
Once ordained, monks must engage in specific duties as prescribed by Lord Buddha to free themselves from worldly desires. These duties, categorized into 'Kiccavatta' (mandatory) and 'Vatta' (recommend
The Importance of Dhamma in Young Lives
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The Importance of Dhamma in Young Lives
into the wrong hands, then this will result in death and destruction. These are people who do not have Dhamma within them." 4. You will have the opportunity to improve your self-discipline. You will
This text emphasizes the importance of Dhamma for young people, urging them to cultivate self-discipline and teamwork. It highlights the benefits of meditation for inner peace, which enhances studies.
The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
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The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
the day we lie on our deathbed, facing the reality of our mortal impermanence, with all our fears returning to confront us once more. Knowledge or wisdom that reveals the truth has and will always pr
When we confront our mortality, knowledge reveals truth and offers a path to peace. Ignorance leads to fear, prompting the pursuit of wisdom to alleviate suffering. We seek answers to life's fundament