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…akhun’s ‘Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta’, but also from many subsequent renditions of the the same work given by the author in training sessions for people of all walks of life, age ranges: monks and laypeopl…

This preface discusses the compilation and translation of Phrabhavana-viryakhun’s Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta from Thai texts and various teaching sessions. It emphasizes the author's intent to make th

…ars, that the expounding of the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta is the traditional first sermon which is given not only by Gotama Buddha, but every Buddha down the ages. The Recording of the Dhammacakkapavatta…

The Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta marks the first sermon of Buddha, articulating the foundational teachings that guide practitioners towards liberation. This sermon, unique in its singular delivery, enca

…announce that he had attained Enlightenment. Thus, three cycles of examination of four Noble Truths gives us a total of twelve components in his examination: ______________________________________________…

This text delves into the Four Noble Truths, emphasizing the cessation of suffering and the path leading to it. The Middle Way enables Prince Siddhattha to attain enlightenment and Nirvana while alive

…sical body and in the inner bodies — that is continually to see and know the sphere of dhamma which gives rise to our physical body. ‘Outer mental phenomena’ means the sphere of dhamma of the physical bod…

This text delves into the four foundations of mindfulness (satipaṭṭhāna) in Buddhism. It teaches practitioners to continuously observe the body, feelings, the mind, and mental phenomena. 'Mindfulness

… explanation of each of the Noble Truths is found in each case in the first explanation of the four given — for Suffering it is ‘misery’; for the Origin of Suffering it is ‘Being Compiled’; for the Extinc…

This text discusses the importance of the Noble Eightfold Path as a means to transcend worldly cravings and achieve Nirvana. It elaborates on how it is the strongest method for ending suffering, highl

…nd touch. The whole structure is weatherproofed with a coating of ‘taco’, in other words, our skin, given its covering of the white and yellow powders (presumably for skin care) of cumin and talcum. The m…

This text offers a profound understanding of the human body as a metaphorical house constructed by craving. It illustrates how the various parts of the body represent different elements of a house, hi

…racterized this form of suffering as that which produces tears of anguish whenever we are unable to give up our attachment to something. Again the cause might be the decease of a beloved friend or relativ…

This text delves into the different forms of suffering defined by the Buddha. It describes 'parideva dukkha' as the anguish leading to tears due to attachment loss, primarily affecting those grieving

…rialism or habitual craving becomes engrained in a person's heart, it becomes difficult for them to give away any of their wealth, even for charitable purposes. They become so attached to their wealth, th…

This text discusses the concept of attachment as characterized by the Lord Buddha. It compares attachment to a monkey caught in a glue trap, illustrating how initial affection transforms into deep att

…e of Existence without end. Thus, the wise expend all efforts to remove themselves from craving and give craving no further opportunity to ensnare them in sense pleasures. They set their aims on Nirvana w…

This text discusses the fleeting nature of happiness derived from sense pleasures and the inevitable suffering that follows. It compares individuals ensnared by cravings to a rabbit caught in a hunter

…s the most basic principles of Buddhism, sometimes referred to as the ‘heart of Buddhist teachings’ given in three verses — a sermon delivered by the Buddha to 1,250 spontaneously assembled arahants at Ve…

This text discusses the profound dedication of practitioners of the Noble Eightfold Path, illustrating how some are willing to sacrifice their lives for their spiritual journey. It highlights notable

…here of Dhamma. It is for this reason that the sphere is called the ‘Sphere of Dhamma’ — it is what gives us human form, it is the place through which our life comes and goes and when we sleep it is the p…

In his sermon on the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta, Luang Phaw Wat Paknam elucidates the profound significance of the Middle Way, urging practitioners to find stillness at the body’s central point. This

…make themselves invulnerable to the action of defilements. In the past we might have been unable to give up unwholesome behaviours (such as drink- ing alcohol) in spite of knowing the damage it was doing …

The Dhamma Body, or Dhammakāya, represents the essence of Buddhism, highlighting the journey towards enlightenment. By attaining the Dhamma Body, individuals can free themselves from defilements such

Stealing [adinnādāna]: Taking that which is not given; Committing adultery [kāmesumicchācarā]: abstaining from sexual relations outside marriage. 5. Ri…

This text discusses key principles of the Noble Eightfold Path, focusing on ethical conduct such as Right Speech, Right Action which includes abstaining from stealing and committing adultery, and Righ

…y and definitively by the strength of the foregoing seven factors of the Eightfold Path in order to give rise to one-pointed and steadfast absorption of the mind onto Nirvana. Thus all eight components of…

This excerpt explores the significance of the Eightfold Path, specifically focusing on Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration. It emphasizes understanding the aggregates of existence as they relate

… the Noble Ones, but it contains the same eight components. 1. Right View The section which follows gives an explanation of the Noble Eightfold Path on the mundane level as described in the Dhammapada com…

Practicing the Noble Eightfold Path is essential for both monks and laypeople. It provides a framework for achieving happiness and societal harmony. This path consists of eight components, beginning w

… revere the Dhamma in its 84,000 parts and so built 84,000 stupas containing the Buddha’s relics to give his subjects the chance to pay respect. Once the king had built the stupas and a temple called Asok…

King Asoka was a pivotal figure in Buddhism, inviting 60,000 monks for daily alms and yearning to pay respect to a fully-enlightened Buddha. He invited the Naga King to appear as the Buddha for homage

…se with his wares. The girl begged her grandmother to buy a trinket, and suggested that they should give the hawker the golden bowl from which they ate. The bowl was a valuable heirloom, but it had lost i…

This text discusses the concept of Wrong and Right Livelihood according to Buddhist teachings. It highlights the story of Seriva, a merchant who contrasts moral integrity with a greedy counterpart, de

…itors all mental phenomena — if it is unwholesome, then to try to reduce it. If it is wholesome, to give it the chance to grow. 8. Right Concentration Right Concentration has two characteristics: 1. Supp…

This section discusses the concept of Right Concentration in mindfulness, highlighting its two essential characteristics: supporting role and focusing role. It draws analogies to illustrate how concen

…ree is in good soil and is well maintained with water and fertilizer, undisturbed by weeds, it will give fruit more quickly than if all these factors are neglected. Neglect of the tree will slow its produ…

The text discusses how Koṇḍañña attained stream-entry through accumulated wholesome deeds from past lives, emphasizing the importance of good deeds in the present. It highlights that contact with the

…tics who had Koṇḍañña as their leader. To understand how the Dhammacakka pavattana Sutta could have given the result it did on these five ascetics, it is important to know a little of their backgrounds fi…

The Dhammacakka pavattana Sutta marks the inaugural teaching of the Buddha, delivered at Isipatana Deer Park two months post-enlightenment. This Sutta introduces foundational concepts in Dhamma, empha