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The Enlightenment of Siddhattha Gotama
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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
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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
The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
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The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
…(paccayapacavekkhana): This is the practice of moderation. Monks are to realize that the requisites given to them are nothing more than necessities for the survival of the body, not for overindulgence and…
This text outlines the essential duties and practices of Buddhist monks focusing on livelihood, moderation, and core principles of Buddhism. Monks dedicate themselves to studying Dhamma, meditating, a
Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
…nts consist of ill will, evil thoughts and defilements (greed, anger, delusion). A good, clear mind gives rise to good thoughts, good speech and good conduct. On the contrary, bad thoughts, false speech a…
The opposite of merit is demerit, representing the consequences of bad deeds which cause negative karma. Both good and bad deeds are governed by the Law of Karma, where actions determine outcomes in t
Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
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Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
…y, clothing, food, or medicine, giving worldly knowledge, giving spiritual knowledge, and giving forgiveness. Even giving a smile brings merit. 2. Keeping the Precepts (sila). Precepts are codes of moral…
This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in co
The Impact of Good Deeds and Dhamma Practices
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The Impact of Good Deeds and Dhamma Practices
Rejoicing in the merit of others. Give appreciation and encouragement to those who perform good deeds. This act of appreciation and encour…
การทำดีและการให้บุญแก่ผู้อื่นเป็นเรื่องสำคัญที่ช่วยเสริมสร้างการสนับสนุนจากผู้อื่น การสอนธรรมะเป็นรากฐานสำหรับหลักจริยธรรมและปัญญาทางจิตวิญญาณ ซึ่งเปิดทางให้เรารู้ถึงกฎแห่งกรรม การเกิดใหม่ และความจริง
The Importance of Pure Giving
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The Importance of Pure Giving
- The giver is pure -- The more pure the giver the more merit he will receive in his giving. It is wise for th…
The act of giving is enhanced by the purity of the giver. By adhering to the Five Precepts, one can achieve greater merit through donations. In today's wor…
Understanding Meditation and Its Benefits
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Understanding Meditation and Its Benefits
… to the brain, enabling us to think, speak and act in either good or bad fashion. A good clear mind gives rise to good thoughts, good speech and good conduct. On the contrary, bad thoughts, false speech a…
Meditation serves as a crucial tool for mental development, enabling the mind to achieve stillness and clarity. Human beings are composed of body and mind, where a clear mind leads to good actions, wh
Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
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Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
… several other forms of meditation popular in Thailand at the time. From 1916 onwards, when he was given his first abbothood, Dhammakaya meditation became associated with his home temple of Wat Paknam Bh…
Dhammakaya meditation is a significant form of Buddhist meditation revived in the early 1900s by Phramongkolthepmuni. It involves focusing attention on a point two finger breaths above the navel, allo
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The Story of Venerable Tissa
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The Story of Venerable Tissa
…mbling some young monks and novices who were skilled makers of robes, went to his sister and said, “Give me that cloth; I will have a robe made out of it.” She took down a robecloth nine cubits in length …
While staying at Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha recounted the story of Venerable Tissa, a monk from a respectable family who, after receiving a coarse robe-cloth, worked with his sister to create a fi
The Tale of the Robe and Its Consequences
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The Tale of the Robe and Its Consequences
…its long, but this is a fine one, nine cubits long. this is not mine; it is yours. I don’t want it. Give me the same one I gave you." "Venerable, this cloth is yours ; take it." He refused to do so. Then …
This tale narrates the story of a monk and his reluctance to accept a fine robe gifted by his sister. Despite her insistence, he initially refused but eventually took it. After preparing for the robe
The Story of The Weaver's Daughter
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The Story of The Weaver's Daughter
48 ಇನ್ತು ನಂಳು 6 The Story of The Weaver's Daughter This instruction was given by the Teacher while he was in residence at Aggalava Shrine with reference to a certain weaver's d…
In the tale of the weaver's daughter, the Teacher emphasizes the significance of meditating on death. He explains that acknowledging the certainty of death and the instability of life leads to a more
The Maiden's Dilemma: Choosing Duty Over Desire
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The Maiden's Dilemma: Choosing Duty Over Desire
…ather the shuttle, he would strike me and beat me. Therefore I will first replenish the shuttle and give it to him, and wait until afterwards to hear the Dhamma.’ So she sat down on a stool and replenishe…
In Alavi, when the Teacher arrives, a maiden is filled with joy at the thought of seeing the mighty Gotama Buddha and hearing him preach the Dhamma. However, her father's request to complete a garment
Kochumukham: A Journey for a Maiden
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Kochumukham: A Journey for a Maiden
54 കൊച്ചുമുഖം Kochumukham The people of Alavi waited upon the Teacher and provided him with food, and when the meal was over, took his bowl and stood waiting for him to speak the words of rejoicing
…ighlighting a profound connection between them. This moment reflects the deep respect and attention given to the Teacher, and the expectations placed on the maiden in this sacred atmosphere. For more deta…
Exploring the Tusita Realm: A Celestial Paradise
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Exploring the Tusita Realm: A Celestial Paradise
…ecome a Buddha’s Perfected Disciple. This celestial realm is highly interesting and its details are given in the Tripitaka. 28 The hereafter GL102, Chapter 4 The Celestial Realm, P.114, Dhammakaya Open …
The Tusita Realm is the fourth celestial realm of the Sense Sphere, characterized by its superior qualities compared to the earlier realms. It is notable for being the residence of both confirmed and
The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
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The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
If the alms-giving involves contributions made toward the building of a consecrated assembly hall, a shrine hall, a preaching hall, or a Cetiya, this part will be huge. Part 2: This is the middle par
…s contribute to one's spiritual growth. Alms-giving contributes to a large base, precept observance gives a smaller middle, and meditation builds the top. This hierarchy emphasizes the significance of dif…
Understanding Celestial Birth and Lifespan
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Understanding Celestial Birth and Lifespan
…f Celestial Beings in the Tusita Realm The lifespan of celestial beings in this celestial realm is given in the ‘Vitathata Sutta’. One day and night in this celestial realm is equal to 400 earth years. T…
In the celestial realm, there is no conventional form of birth. The unique birth method is known as 'Oppapatika'. This realm, like the Tavimsa and Yama Realms, showcases a different physical existence
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The Story of Five Hundred Boys
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The Story of Five Hundred Boys
… youths passing by with baskets of cakes on their shoulders?" "Venerable, such youths as they never give cakes to anybody." "Monks, although these youths have not invited you or me to share their cakes, y…
In this narrative, the Buddha and his monks encounter five hundred boys carrying cakes on a festival day. Despite their lack of invitation, the Buddha points out that the cakes belong to them and enco