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The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
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The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
self-destructive behavioural vices as drinking, nightlife, too much indulgence in sensual pleasure, gambling, associating with bad company, and laziness. These actions may not necessarily be considere
This text highlights various self-destructive behaviors such as excessive drinking, nightlife, and indulgence in pleasures that can lead to addiction and negative life outcomes. It warns against assoc
Valähassa-Jataka
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Valähassa-Jataka
Valähassa-Jataka "They who will neglect," etc.—This story the Master told while staying in Jetavana, about a Brother who had become a backslider. When the Master asked him if it was really true that
The Master recounts a tale to a Brother who admits to backsliding due to temptation from a woman. He explains how women can lead men astray through their allure and ultimately ruin them. This theme is
Honorary Mahatma Gandhi Award to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Honorary Mahatma Gandhi Award to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
Honorary Mahatma Gandhi Award from the Akhil Bharat Rachnatmak Samaj Organisation Akhil Bharat Rachnatmak Samaj Organisation considers that Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has been dedicated to making peace in
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo of the Akhil Bharat Rachnatmak Samaj Organisation has been honored with the honorary Mahatma Gandhi Award for his commitment to promoting peace through Buddhism. With over 40 yea
Copyright Information and Publishing Details
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Copyright Information and Publishing Details
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This document contains copyright information for works published by the Tawandhamma Foundation along with details of the publication and reproduction rights. It emphasizes that no part of the document
Truth for the Family: The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation
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Truth for the Family: The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation
Part Five: Truth for the Family through mindfulness. Mindfulness is being aware of what we are doing at the present moment, and being able to differentiate, or make a judgment, about what is right or
Part Five of this enlightening series emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and meditation in family life. Mindfulness fosters awareness of our actions and helps us discern right from wrong, protec
Good Deeds and Their Outcomes
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Good Deeds and Their Outcomes
Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 22 Good Deeds and Their Outcomes Whenever someone is facing a situation that s/he considers unfair, s/he will start to think, "There is no such thing as good de
Part Five discusses how perceptions of fairness impact beliefs about good and bad deeds. Many feel that good deeds do not guarantee favorable outcomes while bad actions might yield rewards. This chapt
Honorary Advisors and Contributors of Dhammakaya Foundation
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Honorary Advisors and Contributors of Dhammakaya Foundation
© 2014 Dhammakaya Foundation All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopyi
This section provides the details of the Dhammakaya Foundation's publishing team, including honorary advisors, editors, proofreaders, and contributors. The foundation emphasizes the importance of inte
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th
Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
When doing honest work the mind becomes less clouded, becoming brighter, which will help facilitate the practice of meditation. This will be the beginning step to reach the inner light and the absolut
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
Jataka Tales: Exploring the Stories of the Buddha
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Jataka Tales: Exploring the Stories of the Buddha
Ganggawra-Jataka Ceitraya-Jataka Aditra-Jataka Atyuha-Jataka Dipa-Jataka Koshambi-Jataka Mahaska-Jataka Cuni-Jataka Paduksasampaya-Jataka Lomaskassa-Jataka Chatukka-Jataka Hainagala-Jataka Putimassa-J
The Jataka Tales are a collection of stories that narrate the previous lives of the Buddha, illustrating moral lessons and virtues. This rich anthology includes tales such as Ganggawra-Jataka, Ceitray
The Four Problems In Marriage
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The Four Problems In Marriage
Part One: Family Life Chapter 3 The Four Problems In Marriage For every person considering marriage, becoming independent before marriage is vital. All four factors discussed in Chapter Two provide us
Part One of this book discusses vital factors for marriage readiness, emphasizing the importance of independence before entering marriage. It highlights four fundamental principles to navigate unexpec
Understanding True Beauty in Partners
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Understanding True Beauty in Partners
Part One: Family Life 2. What is a Good Partner? Initially, we usually can only observe someone's physical beauty, not the beauty of their mind. So let's look at four levels of beauty. a. Beauty of Ap
การมองหาร่วมชีวิตที่ดีนั้นเริ่มต้นจากความเข้าใจถึงความงามในหลายระดับ ได้แก่ ความงามทางกายภาพ, รูปร่าง, มารยาท และความงามภายใน โดยความงามที่แท้จริงไม่ได้อยู่ที่รูปลักษณ์ภายนอกเท่านั้น แต่รวมถึงความซื่อ
The Importance of Spiritual Guidance in Meditation
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The Importance of Spiritual Guidance in Meditation
Therefore, it is necessary to seek advice from the teacher-monks or spiritual friends who can motivate us when we feel downhearted. Listening to sermons from monks, witnessing integrity within. our sp
การขอคำแนะนำจากพระอาจารย์หรือเพื่อนทางจิตวิญญาณเป็นสิ่งจำเป็นเมื่อเรารู้สึกท้อแท้ การฟังธรรมจากพระ การเห็นคุณธรรมในชุมชนจิตวิญญาณของเรา และการติดตามเพื่อนๆ ที่มีความมุ่งมั่นในการทำสมาธิ จะทำให้เราอยาก
บทเรียนเกี่ยวกับความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
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บทเรียนเกี่ยวกับความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
๑๕๘ คัมภีร์กู้วิกฤตชาติ ๒. บุตรขาดความสำนึกรับผิดชอบ ต่อศักดิ์ศรีแห่งความเป็นมนุษย์ของผู้อื่นที่ร่วมสังคม ถ้าพ่อแม่ผู้ปกครองขาดวินัย ไม่ปฏิบัติหน้าที่ของตนๆ ให้ สมบูรณ์ ผลเสียที่จะเกิดขึ้นประการที่ ๒
เนื้อหา discusses about the consequences of parental discipline and its impact on children's sense of responsibility towards others in society, leading to biases and narrow-mindedness when they grow u
Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
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Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
When I first met Luang Por1, it was in the summer of 2008. I had come to visit my son, Luang Pi2 Joshua, during his first year as an ordained monk living at Wat Phra Dhammakaya in Bangkok, Thailand. I
In the summer of 2008, I met Luang Por Dattajeevo at Wat Phra Dhammakaya while visiting my son. Initially intimidating, my interactions with this wise monk transformed my understanding of Dhamma. As t
The Importance of Virtue and Association
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The Importance of Virtue and Association
32. ALL THINGS MUST BE BASED UPON VIRTUE Those ignorant ones, who have no virtue yet desire fame, power and prestige, are doomed to fail in the end. The louder they boast, the faster they will fail. A
This text emphasizes that ambition without virtue leads to failure. The author reflects on a life built on merit and caution against desiring others' wealth. It highlights the importance of choosing o
Hurry On: Embrace Life's Journey
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Hurry On: Embrace Life's Journey
HURRY ON You are young. You are strong. Row your boat as hard as you can. Hurry and continue to row on. Don’t be bothered if others slow down. For us, we must make the best of our own life.
This passage urges individuals to take action in their lives, emphasizing the importance of striving for goodness and remaining steadfast in their pursuits. It highlights the belief that this life is
The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
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The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
Unlike the *Sutta*, once any rule of the *Pāṭimokkha* has been set down, it will affect the daily life of all monks. If any monk breaks it, he must admit for his offence. Therefore, it is hard to imag
The Pāṭimokkha rules, once established, significantly influence the daily lives of monks within the sangha. Any monk who breaks these rules must confess to the offense, which underscores the importanc
Teaching Your Unborn Child
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Teaching Your Unborn Child
Chinese people understood this well. They even have a fable called "Teaching your Unborn Child" that has been retold continually since ancient times. During the Cheng Meng Season (a Chinese tradition
The story unfolds during the Cheng Meng Season, where two sisters find a bag of money. The older sister, teaching her unborn child about virtues, insists on waiting for the rightful owner. When two wo
King Pasantikosol and Lady Visakha's Wisdom
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King Pasantikosol and Lady Visakha's Wisdom
When they reached Magadha, which was 112 kilometers from the capital of Kosol, Tanachai asked King Pasantikosol, "The city is small and I have a large number of retinue with me. It will be inconvenien
In ancient times, when reaching Magadha, Tanachai requested King Pasantikosol to establish a new town named Sakethu due to its convenience for his large retinue. The significance of this town is noted