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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
…ry they hunt prey or forge the plants available to them whereas human beings go out to buy pizza or give in to cravings and addictions. This distances us from the reality of our existence and the true nat…
This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec
Understanding Body and Mind
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Understanding Body and Mind
…us self-awareness by which we may assess ourselves both mentally and physically. These human traits give us the ability to make reasoned decisions based on instinct, our experiences and accumulated knowle…
Chapter 1 delves into the importance of understanding oneself, highlighting the distinction between human mental capacities and other creatures. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness in recognizin
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
…so. BAAP Or unclean/impure energy, is created when a person engages in bad or dishonest work, which gives rise to negative results and suffering in this life and the accumulation of bad kamma that is carr…
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
Cultivating Good Habits in Education
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Cultivating Good Habits in Education
…ong speech come from wrong thought. When organizing activities for students, teachers should always give thought to and be sympathetic to the feelings and issues that arise between genders. When playing s…
ในบทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของการปลูกฝังนิสัยดีในด้านการศึกษาและจริยธรรมสำหรับครูและนักเรียน ครูควรเตือนตัวเองเสมอว่านิสัยดีจะช่วยพัฒนาความรู้ทั้งด้านวิชาการและจริยธรรม การพูดและการกระทำที่ถูกต้องเริ
The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
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The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
…nvas of life for students. If the colours are impure or the pictures distorted the students will be given incorrect and poor quality images upon which to base their learning and appreciation. They will no…
This text emphasizes the necessity of moral education to eliminate selfish and greedy tendencies, enabling peaceful coexistence. It discusses the role of various types of teachers—parents, school teac
Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
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Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
…never neglected Buddhism. Some temples and places of worship that were destroyed were restored and given back to the monks who, at that time were newly ordained, to look after, maintain the tradition and…
Buddhism in Cambodia faced severe decline during the Pol Pot regime when monks were forced to abandon their vows and temples were destroyed. After the 1980s, efforts to restore Buddhism began, as the
The Role of Buddhism in Society
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The Role of Buddhism in Society
…terated that the son of the Buddha should be unified just as there is only one sun in the sky. And given that in the difference Buddhist denominations, sometimes we have different ways of practicing. Per…
Buddhism, which originated 2500 years ago in India, has profoundly influenced human civilization both materially and spiritually. Its teachings guide individuals to avoid wrongdoing, purify minds, pro
Khun Yay Chand Khonnokyoong: A Life Story
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Khun Yay Chand Khonnokyoong: A Life Story
…y" means "grandmother" in Thai. It is a respectful way to call a woman of advancing age. Khun Yay's given name was Chand, which means "moon". Her last name was Khonnokyoong, which means "peacock-feather".…
Khun Yay Chand Khonnokyoong was born on January 20, 1909, in Nakorn Chaisi, Thailand, as the fifth child in a family of rice farmers. The name 'Khun Yay' translates to 'grandmother' in Thai, symbolizi
The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Meditation
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The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Meditation
…a great deal in my previous existences. The merits gained from my meditation in the past lives have given rise to the knowledge and wisdom that enabled me to teach myself. You, too, should meditate as muc…
The author shares her lifelong passion for cleanliness and orderliness, rooted in a disciplined upbringing at Wat Paknam. Through meditation, she recalls past lives that have contributed to her self-t
Strive to Build Maximum Merit
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Strive to Build Maximum Merit
…ltivate good mindfulness. If your mindfulness is weak, you will be vulnerable to evil thoughts that give rise to bad kamma. But if you maintain good mindfulness, virtue will be with you instead, leaving n…
การมีชีวิตเป็นมนุษย์นั้นเป็นการอัศจรรย์ที่สำคัญมาก เราต้องใช้ชีวิตให้มีคุณค่าและสร้างบุญให้มากที่สุด พระพุทธศาสนาย้ำว่าการกระทำดีจะส่งผลดี ซึ่งบุญคือสิ่งเดียวที่เราสามารถนำติดตัวไปหลังจากตาย ทุกคนต้อง
Hurry On: Embrace Life's Journey
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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
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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
The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
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The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
…to everyone. When you have built up enough virtue, nothing can stop it from manifesting itself. It gives me a great deal of satisfaction to see these accomplishments. Some people expect their good deeds…
This text reflects on the values of modesty and the pursuit of virtue through consistent good deeds. The author shares experiences from their time at Wat Paknam, where humility and quietude were key t
Knowledge Beyond Description
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Knowledge Beyond Description
…or me, I know what is what. I have meditated immensely, and have relied on my inner Dhamma, that it gives me the strength to endure and the ability to survive.
เนื้อหานี้นำเสนอความรู้เกี่ยวกับการทำสมาธิอย่างลึกซึ้งที่ได้รับจากหลวงพ่อวัดปากน้ำ ผู้บรรยายได้เน้นถึงการทำความดีและการสูญเสียศักยภาพที่อยู่ภายใน ตัวอย่างหนึ่งคือพื้นที่ 200 ไร่ที่มอบให้กับศูนย์พุทธธร
Meditation for Clarity and Caution
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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
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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
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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
The Importance of Merit in Buddhism
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The Importance of Merit in Buddhism
…il to do so, in the next life when we meet again, I will recall who did not want to make merit when given the opportunity and now he ends up up having very little of it to help him keep up with others. A…
This text discusses the concept of merit in Buddhism, illustrating its importance for spiritual success and future lives. It encourages individuals to invite friends to perform merit-making activities
ทำบุญและใช้บุญอย่างถูกทาง
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ทำบุญและใช้บุญอย่างถูกทาง
… in the past, the merit I am making in the present, and the merits I plan to make in the future. It gives me the strength to fight for my do This is "using" my merit wisely. In the entire world, no one ca…
การสร้างบุญและเรียนรู้ที่จะใช้บุญอย่างถูกวิธีเป็นสิ่งที่สำคัญ ในการตั้งศูนย์พุทธธรรม ฉันต้องต่อสู้เพื่อรักษาหัวใจให้บริสุทธิ์ โดยการคิดถึงบุญที่ได้สร้างในอดีต ปัจจุบัน และอนาคต ทำให้มีแรงสู้ต่อไป การส
Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
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Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
…mundane and transcendental. Mundane merit? helps me in self-development, while transcendental merit gives me the ability to teach myself. But once we attain the Dharmakaya* (reaching a clear-seeing state)…
…, where every action we take generates merit or demerit that we carry with us. The importance of forgiveness over retaliation is highlighted, encouraging a peaceful resolution to conflicts. Attaining the …