หน้าหนังสือทั้งหมด

Hurry On: Embrace Life's Journey
34
Hurry On: Embrace Life's Journey
…ctice of good deeds. But in this life we must try harder and be more determined. We can no longer give in. We must also make resolutions that encompass everything that is good. We will wish that …
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
Priceless Treasure and the Importance of Merit
36
Priceless Treasure and the Importance of Merit
…r your spiritual well-being in the future. I have only virtuous intentions for everyone. I want to give “ultimate benefits” to others. May you always be on the moral path, determined to make merit while…
เนื้อหาเน้นถึงความสำคัญของการดูแลสุขภาพจิตและการสร้างบุญเพื่ออนาคต เชิญชวนให้ทุกคนไปวัดเพื่อสะสมบุญก่อนที่จะสายเกินไป และการเก็บรักษาเจตนาบริสุทธิ์ของตนเอง ก่อนการก่อสร้างวัดที่มอบให้แก่ชุมชน โดยถือว่
Meditation for Clarity and Caution
56
Meditation for Clarity and Caution
…ill eventually come to you and you will know how to arrange and organize your work. Meditation will give rise to wisdom. I use this approach to solve problems. Whenever I encounter a problem with the temp…
Meditation can serve as a powerful tool for addressing mental blocks and enhancing clarity in both personal and professional environments. By finding a tranquil place to meditate, individuals such as
Building Merit and Pure Heart
60
Building Merit and Pure Heart
…pure. If you have not achieved that enlightened state of mind in this lifetime even though you have given your best, do not give up. Look for your victory in the next life. Keep building more and more mer…
This text emphasizes that only individuals with a pure heart and clear mind, focused on gaining merit, belong together. Merely being in good company does not ensure merit; active participation in buil
The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
63
The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
…mplishment brought him a lot of joy and a lot of merit. Even after his death, it still continues to give him plenty of merit. I resolved that when I build a temple, I too would create a similar alms ho…
This passage discusses the significance of merit in achieving success, specifically in the context of building a temple and an alms house at the Buddhadhakka Center. Drawing inspiration from the Most
Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
77
Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
…on you. What you need to take precautions from is the opposite sex. This is very important. Do not give way to sympathy. Let wisdom and equanimity be your guide. Giving way to sympathy can lead to your d…
In a talk directed at male temple attendants preparing for ordination, the importance of unwavering commitment to the pursuit of Perfections is emphasized. The speaker stresses the need to avoid distr
The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
79
The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
…a. Then we have subjected ourselves to undue punishments. I won’t allow that to happen to me. If we give up along the way, we might as well have given up from the very beginning. Those consumed with sensu…
In reflections from November 5, 1979, the author expresses a profound disillusionment with conventional beauty, seeing it as harmful and reflective of deeper vanity. The constant resolutions to avoid
Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
81
Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
…for birds. At bed time, make a resolution to take sanctuary within our inner Buddha; may the Buddha give us protection and free us from danger. July 17, 1977
Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona
Endurance and Self-Improvement
90
Endurance and Self-Improvement
…they set out to do. I can tell that they lack determination and perseverance. They are the type who give up too easily when they run into the smallest of obstacles. As undeucated as I am, what I have is a…
This passage emphasizes the enduring qualities of fortitude and tolerance to avoid bad karma and hardships. It encourages continual self-improvement, urging readers to examine their flaws and make nec
The Importance of Humility and Self-Control
98
The Importance of Humility and Self-Control
…ember 10, 1990 154. STAY HUMBLE Some people have the tendency to show superiority over others when given an assignment by the Master. This is a bad attitude. For me, I always keep my humility. November …
This text emphasizes the significance of maintaining humility and self-control in personal development and working with others. It warns against arrogance and promotes a patient, ego-less attitude to
A Place of Merit and Personal Resilience
108
A Place of Merit and Personal Resilience
…the worst. They become discouraged, disheartened, depressed, and demonized. These negative emotions give the opportunity for Mara to come in with its malicious “program” that causes everything bad to come…
This text narrates the author's dedication to creating the Buddhahead Center as a place of purity and virtue for meditation practice. Despite facing severe illness due to relentless efforts, the autho
ชีวิตที่ดี: เลือกเป็นแบบอย่างที่ดี
113
ชีวิตที่ดี: เลือกเป็นแบบอย่างที่ดี
…u can be their example. Practice good behavior and teach others to do the same. July 18, 1981 181. GIVE UP BAD HABITS Break your bad habits in this life and you will not have them in the next life. If in…
ในเนื้อหานี้มีการพูดถึงความสำคัญของการเป็นแบบอย่างที่ดี ซึ่งรวมถึงการทำสิ่งต่างๆ ให้ถูกต้องและสะอาดเพื่อสร้างแรงบันดาลใจให้กับคนที่เข้ามาใหม่ที่วัด พร้อมกันนี้ยังมีการพูดถึงการละทิ้งนิสัยที่ไม่ดีเพื่อ
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
122
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
…ever known before. With a perfectly still mind focused at the center of the crystal sphere, it will give way to a succession of increasingly purer transcen- dental inner bodies, until reaches the "body of…
This text provides guidance on meditation practices that help practitioners focus their minds and achieve deeper states of inner peace. The method involves visualizing a crystal ball at the center of
Understanding Kamma and Buddhist Practices
5
Understanding Kamma and Buddhist Practices
…uring ritual; the act of pouring water to send merit to the deceased, usually performed while monks give blessing in Pali กราบ to pay respect with both palms joined together and bow; sal…
This text delves into the fundamental concept of kamma (karma) in Buddhism, emphasizing that every intentional action we perform leads to future consequences. The Buddha defines kamma as volition (cet
คำศัพท์เกี่ยวกับพุทธศาสนา
20
คำศัพท์เกี่ยวกับพุทธศาสนา
ถาวาย to offer, give or present (to a monk) ถาวพระเพลิง cremation ceremony ถึงที่สุดแห่งธรรม Nirvana; final destination …
บทความนี้นำเสนอคำศัพท์สำคัญในพุทธศาสนา เช่น ถาวาย ซึ่งหมายถึงการให้อย่างอ่อนน้อมแก่พระสงฆ์, ถาวพระเพลิงที่หมายถึงพิธีเผาศพ, และถึงที่สุดแห่งธรรมซึ่งเป็นสถานที่หมายสุดท้ายในการหลุดพ้นจากทุกข์ นอกจากนี้
การวิเคราะห์และความเข้าใจในพุทธศาสนา
51
การวิเคราะห์และความเข้าใจในพุทธศาสนา
…try; diligence; hardworking; exertion; commitment; endurance; willingness to work hard and to never give up. วิระยะบารมี Virtue of Effort วิราคา detachment; absence of lust วิภาว solitude; detachment; sec…
บทความนี้สำรวจคำสำคัญในพุทธศาสนา เช่น วิวัช, วิสุทธิธรรม และบทบาทของงานเฉลิมพระเกียรติในวันวิสาขบูชา ซึ่งเป็นวันที่สำคัญที่สุดในพุทธศาสนาที่เฉลิมฉลองการเกิด ตรัสรู้ และดับขันธ์ของพระพุทธเจ้าในวันเพ็ญเ
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
73
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
…lting will be that we will always be provided for in our own happiness and convenience. The more we give, the more we will get.
Dharma, meaning Truth and the way of Nature, is central to Buddhism. Buddhists are guided by three main practices: doing good, avoiding evil, and purifying the mind through meditation. They adhere to
The Power of Generosity and the Languages of Buddhism
74
The Power of Generosity and the Languages of Buddhism
… materialize. The merit result from the practice of generosity is riches and wealth to the one who gives. The merit resulting from giving is a force that attracts wealth. The more we give, the more we…
The practice of generosity is vital in Buddhism, revealing that giving attracts wealth while selfishness repels it, backed by the Law of Karma. Pali and Sanskrit are essential Buddhist languages, with
The Enlightenment of Siddhattha Gotama
77
The Enlightenment of Siddhattha Gotama
…assionate teachings. Though many of his followers were lay people, there were also those who wished give up the world and family life in order to devote their time and energy entirely to the Dhamma. So em…
This text recounts the journey of Siddhattha Gotama, who realized that life is a cycle of birth, aging, sickness, and death, culminating in his enlightenment as the Buddha. At dawn, he perceived the u
Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
82
Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
…i ya) – industry, diligence, patience, commitment, endurance, willingness to work hard and to never give up. 3. Attention (citta) – concentration, mindfulness, consciousness, alertness, attentiveness, awa…
Hiri and Ottapa are pivotal concepts in Buddhism, representing the shame of wrongdoing and the fear of its consequences. Together, they foster a good moral conscience. Individuals devoid of these trai