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Understanding Boon and Dhamma
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Understanding Boon and Dhamma
…abit of compassion in the mind. And more, you have to understand that you reap what you sow. If you give knowledge easily, you will make a living easily. But we all need to meditate! Q: What is the resul…
Boon is generated by good actions, keeping precepts, meditating, and listening to Dhamma. It creates positive energy that purifies the mind. Conversely, baap, or bad energy, arises from negative thoug
Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
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Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
…, we lessen our bad kamma from the past. In order to change our kamma, we must do three things: (1) give up bad habits, (2) do good works, and (3) meditate. Q: What is the meaning of suffering? And imp…
บทความนี้พูดถึงความสำคัญของการทำสมาธิและการประพฤติปฏิบัติธรรมในชีวิตประจำวัน โดยชี้ให้เห็นว่า การทำสมาธิช่วยให้จิตใจชัดเจนและทำให้มีปัญญามากขึ้น นอกจากนี้ยังเน้นถึงการทำความดีและการบริจาคเพื่อสร้างควา
Understanding Mara and Meditation
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Understanding Mara and Meditation
… gain wisdom and answer these questions yourself. Q: Do I have to wear white, or light incense, or give flowers in order to attain good results in meditation? A: No. But these things only help you creat…
In this content, Suzanne Jeffery discusses the existence of Mara, describing it as an entity that interferes with our ability to perform good deeds. Although Mara cannot prevent goodness, it can prese
Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
…ainable or unattainable by humans, by one's self. Some people think that IT must be a special power given to us, because this would indicate that IT gave us the sun, the moon, and the stars. So we must pr…
The content emphasizes the responsibility of educators to guide students, as they will shape the future. It discusses various perceptions of the Unknown Factor, including Nibbana, God, and Supreme Kno
Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
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Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
…Mind Illustration #10 Outside Body ---------------- Unobtainable By Ones Self Only Superpower Can Give; Must Have Favor With That Power Obtainable By Ones Self Body Search In Mountain Top, Cave, Beach,…
The text delves into the concept of seeking a Dharma adviser to help navigate the unknown factors of suffering, fear, and ignorance. It discusses that if there is suffering, there must be a solution,
Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
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Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
…need to share. Just as teachers share knowledge, we need to share our good fruit because we need to give something good in order to bring happiness. Sharing is really the basis of life and will deteriorat…
In this text, the author discusses the consequences of actions in life, emphasizing the importance of wholesome practices such as sharing, charity, encouragement, and recognizing the results of both g
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
…ot a Buddhist. A country has to have the ten right views as a basis for correct teaching because it gives a clear line or delineation of what is good and what is bad. Because we define kamma as action wi…
The text explores how good and bad actions are judged in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of intention in determining Kamma. It reflects on the historical context of societal divisions due to misu
The Importance of Right View in Education
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The Importance of Right View in Education
…y have not been educated in the eightfold path. If you teach the students the Dhamma, you will have given them the safety net for their lives. Because they have the right view, they will have the right th…
Understanding Right View is essential in teaching, applicable to all subjects including math and biology. This profound understanding affects afterlife beliefs, making education crucial in guiding stu
The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
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The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
Suzanne Jeffrey fish would come to the road and Luang Pu would feed the fish and give them a blessing. That created good boon for the fish, the family, and Luang Por. When he grew up, t…
This text discusses how early Dhamma teachings and the support of family can influence a child's mindfulness and ethical behavior. It reflects on the challenges of modern society where distractions li
The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
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The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
…who will come and protect our things when we are gone, who are dependable in times of need, and who give more than what is asked. "Any society full of false friends will collapse sooner or later. However…
In our lives, we encounter both true and false friends. False friends can lead us down destructive paths due to their selfishness, insincerity, and lack of principles. They can contribute to societal
Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
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Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
… We have to help them understand the knowledge they possess and the knowledge they acquire and then give them the skills and expertise to use the things that they learn. Included in this is the educationa…
This text discusses the interconnectedness of individuals in society and education, highlighting the importance of adhering to moral precepts and avoiding detrimental behaviors. It emphasizes the role
Lessons from a Dharma Master
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Lessons from a Dharma Master
…ate the five rooms at school. Simply re-create the atmosphere and the physical space so that we can give them the teachings they need. There are many, many activities that we can use to teach students abo…
In this insightful text, a Dharma Master emphasizes the vital role of teachers and parents in shaping children's morality and behaviors. The importance of creating supportive environments in homes and
Understanding Education and Its Impact on Society
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Understanding Education and Its Impact on Society
… see it for themselves and understand that we really do reap what we sow. But the children of today give us hope for the future. Of course, they have to sit down to meditate in order to understand it. "P…
This text discusses the importance of education in shaping moral behavior and societal change. It emphasizes that to change the world, individuals must first change themselves and adhere to the four p
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
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The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
… habits are formed mainly through three sources – and in this order: the parents, guardians, or caregivers; the teachers; and the early spiritual leader. Each person has to have clear guidelines and roles…
In examining the decline of empires, we find a key factor in the worship of money, leading to a loss of morality. This disintegration results in laziness and dependency on society. Understanding the R
Meditation Technique: The Seven Bases of the Mind
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Meditation Technique: The Seven Bases of the Mind
…nment around us that is going to help us have meditation sessions that are extremely productive. So give it a try!) Close your eyes and stop thinking about the things of the world. Feel as if you are sitt…
This guide introduces the Seven Bases of the Mind meditation technique, emphasizing the importance of proper posture, relaxation, and focus. Begin by adopting a comfortable half-lotus position or sitt
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
…becomes brighter and clearer. Balance is the key. If you use too much effort, you will find that it gives you tension, or perhaps even a headache. If you use too little, you will be unable to sustain it. …
This text provides practical steps for maintaining focus during meditation, emphasizing the importance of balance and gentle effort. It suggests using a mantra, 'Samma-Araham', to stabilize the mind a
Meetings With A Dhamma Master
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Meetings With A Dhamma Master
…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." Suzanne Jeffrey
In 'Meetings With A Dhamma Master', Suzanne Jeffrey shares her enlightening conversations with Luang Por Dattajevo, Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya. Over two years, they explore key aspects of Buddh
Concerns of Senior Citizens and the Monastic Community
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Concerns of Senior Citizens and the Monastic Community
… opportunities to develop the monastic community is that monks do not have sufficient competence to give advice on the everyday-life problems of lay-people or to teach the general public about the real pa…
Many senior citizens grapple with the fear of death and the possibility of neglect from loved ones. Some choose to distract themselves with material comforts or focus on their grandchildren rather tha
The Root of Social Problems
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The Root of Social Problems
…ilments found all around the world. Some blame the changes of social attitudes and values that have given rise to double standards, separation of church and state, individualism or materialism. Often, how…
This text discusses how many societal issues, such as family breakdown, crime, and education deterioration, stem from the neglect of our own minds. It argues that the quality of our minds significantl
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
…f mind that will allow the mind to reach towards greater quality. The function of meditation is to give the practitioner sufficient inspiration to work on himself, performing sufficient virtue as part of…
The key difference between an active and still mind is energy consumption—less energy leads to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understandi