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The Virtue of Absorbing: Insights from Udaya Sutta
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The Virtue of Absorbing: Insights from Udaya Sutta
…ar him to his grave. But one whose wisdom is wide as the earth is not born over and over, For he's gained the path of not becoming over again. Then the Brahmin Udaya said to the Blessed One: "Good Gotam…
…results. It emphasizes the importance of wisdom in breaking the cycle of birth and death. Those who gain true understanding, like the blessed one, transcend the repeated cycles of existence. Through metap…
The Voice of Acquiring: Insights on Giving
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The Voice of Acquiring: Insights on Giving
The Voice of Acquiring 9. Dana Sutta 9. Dana Sutta: Giving Sariputta60, 1. "Having given this gift seeking his own profit - with a mind attached [to the reward], seeking to store up for himself, [with
…e nature of giving, contrasting two motivations behind altruistic acts. Those who give for personal gain and with attachment to rewards are reborn among the Four Great Kings, while those who give selfless…
The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
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The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
…ormat of a sermon by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam, who said: “Reading books alone is not enough to gain the perfect knowledge of Dhamma. One has to put Dhamma into practice until the Truth is revealed to…
Chaiyaboon's quest for true understanding of Dhamma led him to the teachings of Khun Yai Chand at Wat Paknam. Through her guidance, he realized the reality of heaven and hell, the importance of medita
The Journey of Sodh: From Education to Entrepreneurship
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The Journey of Sodh: From Education to Entrepreneurship
…odh knew the strategy of the pirates: they would aim to attack the captain or the helmsman first to gain control of the boat. The person at the front of the boat would be in a safer 7Klong: Thai word for…
Sodh grew up assisting his parents and began formal education with his monk uncle. After his father's death, he took over the family rice business, leading it to prosperity. A life-changing moment occ
Meditation Benefits
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Meditation Benefits
…, Samadhi Sutta14, meditation benefits are indicated and described as follows: *Happy living* – We gain immediate happiness by the mere act of letting go from worries and burdens of life. It is akin to u…
Meditation is associated with various health benefits such as relaxation, concentration, and increased awareness. Scientific studies reveal its positive impact on metabolism, heart rate, and brain act
The Joy of Meditation
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The Joy of Meditation
… when facing difficult life conditions. The more we meditate, the higher the degree of happiness we gain. This is the kind of happiness that no one can take away from us. Super knowledge and insight – It…
…ge. By meditating, we can cultivate a deeper understanding and refine our capabilities, potentially gaining insights into thoughts, past events, and future possibilities. Such abilities, while ancient and…
Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
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Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
…u close your eyes to meditate, even if you see only darkness and feel tense and restless, you still gain merit. Your merit will accumulate each time you sit down to meditate. One day your merit will becom…
การทำสมาธิที่ถูกต้องตั้งแต่ต้นจนจบจะทำให้การเดินทางของคุณราบรื่นและง่ายดาย คุณต้องทำสิ่งนี้อย่างต่อเนื่องและหมั่นฝึกฝนเพื่อความสำเร็จ แม้ว่าจะมีความท้าทาย ให้เข้าใจว่าคุณยังเป็นคนธรรมดาและต้องเอาใจใส่
Understanding the Nature of the Mind
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Understanding the Nature of the Mind
Suzanne Jeffrey body. And, it resides only at the center of a living human body. If it leaves the body, the body will become a corpse and the mind, and the more subtle form and the more subtle form e
…ions and perceiving reality through the senses. The text emphasizes the importance of meditation to gain insight into the mind's structure, which has four overlapping layers: perception, memorization, and…
The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
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The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
Suzanne Jeffrey to eat because of energy and repair and growth. We cannot, of course, argue with that. However, when we meditate, we have a greater insight because our mind is clearer and our view be
In the practice of meditation, we gain deeper insights into our existence and bodily elements. Our bodies consist of four ancient elements…
Meetings with a Dharma Master
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Meetings with a Dharma Master
The text from the image is: "Meetings with a Dharma Master need to make our resolution of having good parents in our next life. “Of course, we must first take the stick out of our own eye before we
…esponsibility for one's own actions rather than blaming others. Through meditation, individuals can gain insights into cause and effect, promoting personal change over attempting to change others. The mee…
The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
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The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
…nd they create habits. These will carry over to all of the things we do. If we give easily, then we gain love and a good reputation. With those two things, we will get support in return. If we give easily…
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the importance of our actions and feelings in shaping our future lives. She emphasizes that positive actions create good energy and can lead to rebirth in supportive environm
The Importance of Self-Reflection and Meditation
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The Importance of Self-Reflection and Meditation
"The first is the structure of the physical body. The head dictates to us that we need to open our eyes. And when we open our eyes, we look outside. We never look inside. So when we look outside, we o
…rue understanding of oneself can be achieved through meditation, which helps us find our center and gain clarity. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of patience in relationships as we accept the i…
Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
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Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
… so we must be patient. We should always train ourselves to speak kindly and by doing this, we will gain big boon from this new patience. This is the Buddha’s teaching. So do not harm others. We can creat…
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
Understanding Astral and Celestial Bodies
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Understanding Astral and Celestial Bodies
Suzanne Jeffrey astral body, but other bodies as well. If you look at light through a prism, you will see seven different colors. It is like that: the bodies are there, but unless you shine a light t
…usly infecting the mind across lifetimes. The text encourages readers to look within, meditate, and gain self-realization, echoing the wisdom of the Buddha.
Meetings with a Dharmar Master
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Meetings with a Dharmar Master
…antages as teachers. Teaching gives you the opportunity to create good energy: Helping other people gain knowledge and develop good habits is a gift. With the Right View, and following the Eightfold Nobl…
In a meeting with a Dharmar Master, the conversation revolves around the path to enlightenment and overcoming defilements. The Master emphasizes that eradicating defilements is essential for reaching
Understanding Mara and Meditation
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Understanding Mara and Meditation
…e to train yourself and see this for yourself. If you practice meditation, then you will be able to gain wisdom and answer these questions yourself. Q: Do I have to wear white, or light incense, or give …
In this content, Suzanne Jeffery discusses the existence of Mara, describing it as an entity that interferes with our ability to perform good deeds. Although Mara cannot prevent goodness, it can prese
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
…ical body relaxing even more. And, then, breathe normally. Focus now on that center point until you gain confidence that you can find that point again when you need to still your mind. 7. This next step…
In this guided meditation practice, you will learn to relax by closing your eyes and focusing on your inner self. Start by gently closing your eyes, smile internally, and take deep breaths to relax yo
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
… At this point brightness inside will start to occur. It is this inner brightness by which you can gain insight into the affairs of the world because in the same way that the camera held still can get a …
The key difference between an active and still mind is energy consumption—less energy leads to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understandi
Success of Moral Training Projects: Dhammadayada Program
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Success of Moral Training Projects: Dhammadayada Program
…he programme received training in the different virtues hand in hand with practice of meditation to gain the inspiration to really upgrade the quality of their own minds. PROJECTS in near PEACE
The Dhammadayada Training Programme has operated for twenty-seven years, focusing on hands-on Buddhist practice for students. In 1996, the program was scientifically assessed, revealing that participa
The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
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The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
… and knowledge, but lacking morals instilled by the Dhamma, to take advantage of others for selfish gain. These people sabotaged the economic and social growth of our country, steering it away from a brig…
This text discusses how a lack of moral values rooted in Dhamma leads to selfish actions that hinder economic and social growth in Thailand. It emphasizes that worldly knowledge is insufficient withou