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Perfection of Generosity
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Perfection of Generosity
80 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 63.Perfection of Generosity The Great Abbot of Wat Paknam often used to say that you can pursue any of the perfections you like…
The Great Abbot of Wat Paknam emphasized the importance of generosity, stating it should not be overlooked as it ensures future provisions. Progressing towards the Utmos…
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
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Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
…ractices: to do good, to avoid bad, and to purify the mind. Good deeds are achieved through acts of generosity and loving-kindness. Bad deeds can be avoided through observation of moral conducts known as Precep…
…ion serves as a tool for mental clarity and purification, cultivating a mind free from defilements. Generosity is highly valued, viewed as the foundation for good deeds and happiness. Following the Law of Karma…
Types of Generosity: Understanding Charitable Giving
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Types of Generosity: Understanding Charitable Giving
GENROSITY Types of generosity (Danavatthusutta) There are different motives why charitable giving is done: • Giving to gain fav…
…motives for charitable giving as outlined in the Danavatthusutta. It identifies three main types of generosity: giving to gain favor, which is insincere and often seeks something in return; giving to support, w…
The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
… the contrary, if his state of mind is immersed in merit (he is kind toward others or thinks of his generosity, observance of precepts, and meditation), his present good actions will open the doorway for his go…
…ivity and vice versa. The Buddha taught that merit can be accrued before, during, and after acts of generosity, which can be enhanced through positive mental states. Practicing austerity can further immerse one…
TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
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TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
TEN RIGHT VIEWS 1) Generosity Bears Fruit The first step of your training is learning to give up something of which you have more…
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 emp…
The Correct Way to Gain Merits
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The Correct Way to Gain Merits
…ws: "The Lord Buddha stated that there were three methods of gaining merits, namely through acts of generosity, adherence to the precepts, and meditation. 1. Generosity. This is the sharing of useful things wit…
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Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
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Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
…hist teaching, the 10 Bases of Meritorious Actions (Puṇnakiriya-vatthu), which are shown below: 1. Generosity (Dānamaya) Merit acquired by giving to the appropriate recipient 2. Moral Discipline (Silamaya) Ob…
…e painful consequences of bad kamma. It outlines the 10 Bases of Meritorious Actions, which include generosity, moral discipline, meditation, and the significance of cultivating good deeds for a positive life v…
The Power of Generosity and the Languages of Buddhism
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The Power of Generosity and the Languages of Buddhism
The practice of generosity is the easiest one to perform, and the fruits of merit are the quickest to materialize. The merit …
The practice of generosity is vital in Buddhism, revealing that giving attracts wealth while selfishness repels it, backed by …
Ten Perfected Virtues and Right View
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Ten Perfected Virtues and Right View
Ten Perfected Virtues (Paramis): 1. Dana giving, charitable act, generosity 2. Sila morality, ethics, precepts 3. Nekkhamma renunciation; relinquishment of worldly possessions…
…ext outlines the Ten Perfected Virtues (Paramis) in Buddhism, emphasizing the significance of Dana (generosity), Sila (morality), and other virtues for a moral life. It explores Sammadhitti or Right View, which…
Creating the Best in Oneself through Generosity
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Creating the Best in Oneself through Generosity
…gh the accumulation of merit. The elements of this way are: 1) Eliminating greed by regular acts of generosity. A good example can be seen in our ancestors. In those days, our ancestors would rise before dawn, …
…through conscious self-improvement. It highlights how generations before us practiced daily acts of generosity, such as preparing alms for monks, instilling values of gratitude and compassion in children. The t…
Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
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Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
… The following are ten good deeds that produce great merit: 1. Giving (dana). Giving is an act of generosity. Generosity is a weapon against greed, selfishness, jealousy and ill-will. Giving can be in many fo…
…rence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in combating negative emotions like jealousy and greed. Keeping the Five Precepts not only improves…
The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
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The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
… avoid bad 3. To purify the mind Good deeds are achieved through the practice of giving, an act of generosity and loving-kindness. Bad deeds can be avoided through observation of moral conducts known as Precep…
… luxuries. Basic Buddhist practice revolves around three key principles: doing good through acts of generosity, avoiding bad by adhering to moral precepts, and purifying the mind via meditation. Giving is empha…
Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
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Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
"for example, if we are certain of our integrity regarding our generosity, we can bless a person in this way: *With the truth of the alms I have offered to the monks all yea…
In this text, a senior monk shares insights on the importance of generosity and the practice of giving blessings. He emphasizes that those preparing for life's final chapter s…
Achieving Purity within the Family
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Achieving Purity within the Family
…ity to do something fantastic for someone else!" Teach children to do this as well, because through generosity, our very best can be created. By eliminating anger, we end the cycle of conflict that is created b…
…cting goodness. By eliminating negative behaviors such as greed, we can end selfishness and embrace generosity. Instilling values in children to promote helping others is crucial. Addressing anger helps us brea…
Purifying the Mind for a Better Life
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Purifying the Mind for a Better Life
…dhist teaching, the 10 Bases of Meritorious Actions (Puññakiriya-vatthu), which are shown below: 1. Generosity (Danamaya) Merit acquired by giving to the appropriate recipient 2. Moral Discipline (Silamaya) Obs…
… positive actions and thoughts. These principles encompass various forms of good behavior including generosity, moral discipline, meditation, and humility, all essential for fostering a right view of life and e…
Keeping the Family Alive
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Keeping the Family Alive
…ether successfully and happily, partners need to practice benevolence; benevolence, compassion, and generosity are all the same. There are Four Universal Forms of Benevolence: Family Day By Day 34 Keeping the F…
…themes emerge. Achieving marital bliss often hinges on the practice of benevolence, compassion, and generosity. The narrative emphasizes that maintaining a successful partnership requires understanding how thes…
Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
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Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
The Vintage of Absoiving 9. Dana Sutta 5. "he gives a gift with the thought, 'Just as there were the great sacrifices of the sages of the past -- Atthaka, Vamaka, Vamadeva, Vessamitta, Yamataggi, An
… mindful intention, drawing parallels with great sages of the past. It illustrates how such acts of generosity lead to a serene mind and joyful outcomes, resulting in rebirth among divine beings after death. Un…
Building a Unified Community: The Four Bases of Social Solidarity
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Building a Unified Community: The Four Bases of Social Solidarity
…e principle of aiding people or developing a unified society. This Dhamma principle consists of: 1) Generosity (Dana) - This means the giving of material things. 2) Kind speech (Piyavaca) - This means speaking …
…of parents' behavior towards their neighbors, emphasizing Buddha's Four Bases of Social Solidarity: Generosity, Kind Speech, Useful Conduct, and Even Treatment. It highlights that respectful behavior fosters co…
The Correct Way to Gain Merits
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The Correct Way to Gain Merits
…ght, speak right, and do the right thing. As a first step to gain merit, I suggest first practicing generosity. The Lord Buddha stated that to gain the maximum merit, giving should meet these four criteria, nam…
In this chapter from 'Good Question, Good Answer' by Venerable Phra Rajabha, the author outlines a daily routine to cultivate merits. It emphasizes the importance of observing precepts, meditating, an
Dr. Michael Nobel's Endorsement on Peace and Conflict Resolution
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Dr. Michael Nobel's Endorsement on Peace and Conflict Resolution
… whom I am greatly indebted. A very special thanks to Mr. Song Watcharasriroj for the outstand- ing generosity he has shown me and for having had the kindness to obtain an audience with his holiness and introdu…
…heartfelt thanks extend to Luang Por Dhammachayo and Mr. Song Watcharasriroj for their kindness and generosity, highlighting the communal spirit of happiness among the gathering. He reflects on the importance o…