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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…g in Motion of the Wheel of Dhamma, a Buddhist text considered to be a record of the first teaching given by the Buddha after he attained enlightenment. Dhammakaya: Body of Enlightenment; Body of Truth. …
This glossary outlines significant Buddhist terms. Dhamma refers to truth and the natural law of existence as taught by the Buddha. Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta is recognized as the Buddha's first teac
Changing the World One Person at a Time
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Changing the World One Person at a Time
…eir minds through meditation. His campaigns for social reform have motivated thousands of people to give up smoking, drinking, gambling and other forms of vice. His innovative teaching methods and communi…
The teachings of Luang Por Dhammayaya have notably influenced millions globally, encouraging good deeds and meditation. His initiatives against smoking, drinking, and gambling showcase effective socia
Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
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Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
…ion. He knows I feel this way and so he looks at me, laughs his brilliant laugh, waves his arm, and gives me a twinkle of his eye. 1 Venerable Father Monk 2 Venerable Brother Monk 3 Venerable Grandfather…
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 Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
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The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
…can use them in your own life. I think these teachings are a gift he gave to me and I would like to give them as a gift to you. Some of the lectures that are included here seem to be repetitious, but I h…
Suzanne Jeffrey reflects on her journey of understanding Dhamma teachings through the wisdom of Luang Por Dattajeevo. She shares insights into dealing with life's challenges, the importance of mindful
Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
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Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
… about it, boon happens. To create boon a person needs to separate actions into three categories: • Give up "bad" things (like smoking or drinking) ... boon happens • Do "good" things (like donating) ... …
In this enlightening discussion, Luang Por explains the process of generating boon, emphasizing the importance of separating actions into three categories: giving up bad habits, performing good deeds,
Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
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Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
… too, And both kinds of enlightenment: All that is got by boon’s grace. So great are the rewards it gives, simply, this boon’s excellence: For that the steadfast and the wise commend a store of boon made.…
In the teachings of J. Dhyaan Master, the store of boon represents the source of all desires fulfilled by divine grace. Boonya, or pure energy from doing good, leads to personal purification and enlig
The King and The Hermit
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The King and The Hermit
… set the date and time for the banquet. The King invited everyone in the kingdom to attend. On the given date, the hermit (having come down from the mountaintop in his rags) tried to enter the castle. Wh…
Once upon a time, a King and Queen lived in a castle, ruling wisely until a problem arose. The Queen urged the King to seek the guidance of a hermit on a neighboring mountain. After a long journey, th
The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
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The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
…hose who say that this Unknown Factor is undiscoverable, or unattainable, by oneself and it must be given to us by some Super Power. Additionally, we must have some favor with that Power in order to disco…
Luang Por categorizes humans into two groups based on belief in the Unknown Factor, discussing atheists inclusively in those who believe. He elaborates on those who perceive this factor as necessary f
The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
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The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
…ht of us, are our teachers. Next to our parents, these people are second in importance because they give us knowledge so that we can live a good life socially as well as economically: if we study well and…
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจบทบาทที่สำคัญของกลุ่มคนต่างๆ ในการกำหนดลักษณะและธรรมชาติของเรา เริ่มต้นจากพ่อแม่ที่สอนและดูแลเรา ต่อมาคือครูที่ให้ความรู้และสอนให้เราเรียนรู้ที่จะสังคม รวมถึงบทบาทของคู่ชีวิตและเพื่อนที
The Teachings of the Six Directions
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The Teachings of the Six Directions
… protect the people (or their congregation) from doing harmful acts, assist them with a kind heart, give them information regarding the church, monastery, mosque or synagogue, teach them the writings of t…
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของการสื่อสารในยุคเทคโนโลยี การมีสติในสิ่งที่เราพูด และการมีความสัมพันธ์ที่ดีในการทำงาน การคำนึงถึงผู้อื่นและความรับผิดชอบในการสื่อสารเป็นสิ่งสำคัญ ไม่ว่าจะเป็นในบริบทของการ
Building Good Habits Through Daily Routines
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Building Good Habits Through Daily Routines
…who eagerly participate in this, because, after all, we are just kids at heart and we don’t want to give a wrong answer. He smiles and waits. “Well, making your bed as soon as you rise up in the morning i…
The text discusses the importance of establishing good habits through daily routines in different spaces of the home. It emphasizes the significance of starting the day well, such as making your bed,
Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
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Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
… each ‘best’ will be different for each person because each person has a ‘best’ for him or herself. Given this, as an example, each occupation has a set of goals and responsibilities or expectations that …
In this enlightening Dhamma talk, Luang Por emphasizes the uniqueness of each individual's Eightfold Path, advocating that while everyone's journey is distinct, the universal qualities remain unchange
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
…stics. But we are not all ‘kamma’ if you know what I mean. About 50% is kamma, and the other 50% is given to choice. Perhaps for some, this is free-will, or where free-will plays its part. But in reality,…
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 Importance of Meditation in Education
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The Importance of Meditation in Education
…hers have to have great virtue to teach, because teaching is a gift to others. Every day, they must give something of themselves to their classroom environment, something they love. This is difficult enou…
This text discusses how meditation enhances the teaching process by creating a peaceful and productive classroom atmosphere. It emphasizes the need for teachers to be trained in meditation to better r
The Journey of Self-Improvement
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The Journey of Self-Improvement
…ely, "are a monk who is pure boon, aren't you?" "Yes," He says, with the slightest hesitation, and gives me the twinkle. Then he starts to laugh out loud, long and heartfelt. LP Anurak and LP Josh open …
This passage reflects on the notion that true self-improvement starts with personal responsibility. It emphasizes that good people focus on helping themselves before attempting to assist others. The d
Understanding the Nature of the Mind
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Understanding the Nature of the Mind
Alice gives with Dhamma Master Meeting #9 17 January 2010 - Ashram Bandita Today, a group has gathered toget…
ในวันนี้กลุ่มผู้ทำสมาธิได้รวมตัวกันที่อาศรม เพื่อเรียนรู้เกี่ยวกับธรรมชาติของจิตใจจากหลวงพ่อ ซึ่งได้อธิบายความแตกต่างระหว่าง 'สมอง' กับ 'จิตใจ' โดยสมองเป็นอวัยวะที่ใช้กรองข้อมูลไปยังจิตใจ สรุปได้ว่าธร
Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
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Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
…habits are built. Meditation, of course, causes us to see our defilements (our bad habits) and that gives us the opportunity to see a way to change those bad habits. This is important because this really …
The text highlights the essential nature of developing good habits from a young age to influence overall health and wellbeing. It discusses how the mother's habits during pregnancy can affect the chil
The Importance of Meditation and Kamma
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The Importance of Meditation and Kamma
…ecretary has come in to tell him that other people are waiting to speak with him. He has graciously given us two hours of his time this afternoon. But before we leave, he says: "Teach your daughters how …
This text emphasizes the necessity of daily meditation for personal growth and understanding Kamma. It highlights the need to change bad habits and perform good deeds to overcome negative karma. The t
Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
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Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
…at I have done so he can check it to see if the Dhamma is accurate – or what Luang Por means to say given the fact that English is not his first language. LP Anurak’s spoken English is just about perfect.…
In this meeting at Ashram Bandita, LP Joshua shares stories from his six-week trip in Korat for a significant ordination project. He brings back turtle-planters symbolizing long life. Luang Por’s cont
The Path to a Balanced Mind
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The Path to a Balanced Mind
…ht speech, action, and livelihood to obtain Discipline. Effort, Mindfulness, and Concentration will give us Patience. And we continue around the wheel, developing each pathway in order to lead us to inner…
This text emphasizes the importance of respect, patience, and discipline in achieving a balanced mind and wisdom. It suggests that all cultures must embrace these values to ensure peace and wisdom. Th