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The Last Moment of a Father’s Life
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The Last Moment of a Father’s Life
…gs. He will also be able to find happiness both in this life and the next.” All of these teachings given by a respected senior monk remind us that we should not lead our lives carelessly; we should aim t…
This chapter discusses the importance of caring for dying parents in Buddhism, shared through a lady's experience seeking advice from a senior monk. Her father's absence and the moral lessons highligh
The Duties of Grateful Children
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The Duties of Grateful Children
…d to be a good person you do not forget to cherish your parents or grandparents. This is the way to give your children examples of how to care for you when you reach old age, especially at your last momen…
This chapter emphasizes that even after parents have passed away, the duty of a grateful child continues. It highlights the importance of organizing a respectful funeral and conducting meritorious dee
The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
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The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
Later, when the lives of these elderly people come to an end, their possessions will be given to their children. So, they will allow their adult children to be the caretakers of their fortunes…
This text discusses how elderly individuals, known as 'The Fruitful Person', prepare for their final days by passing on their possessions to their children. They reflect on their lives with pride, ens
The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
…ogress and happiness. A blessing means the act of giving the very best. Therefore, when the elderly give a blessing to their descendants, it is equivalent to wishing them the very best. The Significance …
คำว่าอวยพรในภาษาไทยหมายถึง 'วาระ' ซึ่งแปลว่าเป็นการให้สิ่งที่ดีที่สุดแก่กัน การอวยพรมีความสำคัญในวัฒนธรรมไทย โดยเฉพาะในการส่งผ่านคุณธรรมและความดีงามจากผู้สูงอายุไปยังเยาวชน ผ่านการเล่าเรื่องและพฤติกรร
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
…he very best in oneself make a blessing holy?** When we approach elderly people of virtue and they give us a blessing, we may wonder why we feel a sense of sacredness. We ask ourselves, “What does a bles…
Daily practice of Dhamma has been essential for past generations, teaching the importance of accumulating merit over sin. By fostering moral values in families, ancestors contributed to the developmen
The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
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The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
…egarding this matter. He said, “A blessing’s sacredness” is dependent upon “how honest the blessing-giver is towards his virtues.” If a blessing-giver is honest towards his virtues, his blessings will be…
In this narrative, a senior monk explains that the strength of a blessing is tied to the giver's honesty about their virtues. He illustrates this through the story of Venerable Angulimala, a re…
Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
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Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
…ief that: "Those who become grandparents or are respected individuals must now prepare for a way to give a powerful blessing, should the occasion arise. Do not disappoint them with a blessing that sounds …
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 should cultivate good deed
Practicing Austerity and the Eight Precepts
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Practicing Austerity and the Eight Precepts
…-handed umbrella in the field is to follow an example of the monk’s discipline. The Lord Buddha had given rules for practicing austerity because of the two following major points: 1) People in this world…
การปฏิบัติอ austerity จึงเป็นทางเลือกสำหรับผู้ที่ต้องการสร้างนิสัยแห่งความระมัดระวัง โดยการใช้ชีวิตตามแบบอย่างพระสงฆ์และการแยกแยะด้านความต้องการและความอยาก พระพุทธเจ้าได้มอบกฎใช้อาศัยในภูมิประเทศต่างก
The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
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The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
When I reviewed my notes from a sermon given by a respected senior monk during my research for this book, I incidentally came upon a valuable m…
During research for this book, reflections on a sermon by a senior monk reveal insights into the decline of Buddhism. The monk emphasizes that Buddhism's decline does not occur on its own, but rather
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
…ther religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. When given the chance, they distort Buddhist teachings, causing misunderstandings and confusion. There are gr…
In Buddhism, External Fools are non-Buddhists who seek to distort and undermine Buddhist teachings, casting aspersions on monks and creating confusion. Internal Fools, on the other hand, are Buddhists
Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
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Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
…vents, I disagree. With due consideration, I cannot see any possible way that the Temple could have given away such a sum of money to the nearly 100,000 participants for each Buddhist ceremony. If the bri…
The Dhammakaya Temple has remarkably survived against media backlash, drawing nearly 100,000 attendees to its ceremonies, despite allegations of bribery. Meanwhile, a concerning trend of temple abando
The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
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The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
…support the spread of Dhamma to the fullest extent. On this point, I would like to share an example given by a respected senior monk during a lecture he gave to a group of college students. There was a la…
The text emphasizes the importance of supporting the Sangha community and not generalizing negative perceptions from a few individuals. It highlights a situation where a layperson questioned the respe
Teaching Humility and Modesty Through Meditation
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Teaching Humility and Modesty Through Meditation
…ry Sunday when I go to the temple. When temple visitors make their offerings to the monks, they are given a blessing in return. The monks will bless with two or three chantings. There is a chant that begi…
This text emphasizes the importance of humility and modesty, particularly in instances where apologies might be necessary due to personal oversights. It highlights the significance of staying calm and
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
examine this so that we will not miss the opportunity to do so. We should clearly understand the importance of contributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to
… destined for enlightenment who dedicate their lives to spiritual perfections. A special mention is given to Niyata-Bodhisattas, who are assured of their future Buddha status and must continue their pursu…
The Impact of Love and Compassion in YUWACAMP Training
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The Impact of Love and Compassion in YUWACAMP Training
…tors themselves behave as good examplars and everyday children performing good acts were praised to give them moral encouragement. Children themselves got the message, and behaved even more decently as a …
The YUWACAMP priest instructors utilize the successful teaching methods from Pharayrbhavanavisudh, emphasizing love and compassion. This approach creates a secure and intimate atmosphere for participa
Daily Schedule of Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
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Daily Schedule of Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
…rved. Mentors prepare breakfast for the priest instructors and Yuwakalayanamitra. Yuwakalayanamitra give breakfast to the instructors who lead worship of rice ritual, then eat theirs. (Rice worship is con…
In the Yuwakalayanamitra camp, daily activities begin at 07.15 with breakfast prepared for priest instructors. At 08.00, participants gather to listen to Dhamma teachings and engage in guided meditati
YUWA CAMP: A Journey of Meditation and Commitment
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YUWA CAMP: A Journey of Meditation and Commitment
Making prayer At 19.30, YUWA CAMP participants and mentors assemble at the meditation room to make prayer, listen to Dhamma, do obeisance to the Buddha's images and practice meditation, all under the
…ndfulness. Every night, they reaffirm commitments through vows on their name-tags. Daily awards are given to encourage good conduct. Participants also document their meditation experiences in a special bo…
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YUWA Camp Activities
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YUWA Camp Activities
…ting composition, drawing, painting dolls & floating lamps and so forth. These activities, in turn, give them comfort and serenity which is good for meditation and they please both mentors and YUWA-Camp p…
At YUWA Camp, participants engage in various enriching activities. They learn and sing uplifting songs like 'The Dawn of Dhamma' and 'Star in our hearts' led by mentors. Creative activities allow Yuwa
YUWA CAMP Evening Show and Farewell Ceremony
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YUWA CAMP Evening Show and Farewell Ceremony
…rist-binding and giving blessing for Yuwakalayanamitra, who then return thankfulness to mentors and give them gifts. Apologizing and doing obeisance to Dhamma Before the camp ends, YUWA CAMP participant…
…eir feelings through songs and blessings. Participants apologized for any wrongdoings and sought forgiveness from their instructors, fostering a spirit of gratitude and reflection before returning home. F…