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The Birth of a Meritorious Person
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The Birth of a Meritorious Person
…il it is clear and bright. These three actions are good deeds, and performing good deeds results in good kamma that will make us happier. When we perform good deeds, some of the good consequences are immediatel…
The text discusses the relationship between an unborn child and their mother's well-being, highlighting how the child's past good deeds influence the mother's experiences, such as morning sickness. It
Understanding Kamma and Good Deeds in Buddhism
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Understanding Kamma and Good Deeds in Buddhism
…il it is clear and bright. These three actions are good deeds, and performing good deeds results in good kamma that will make us happier. When we perform good deeds, some of the good consequences are immediatel…
This text discusses the concept of kamma and the importance of performing good deeds for future happiness. It emphasizes that an unborn child's merits can influence their mother to perform acts of kin
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Our Lives
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Our Lives
…cter and the future influence it will exert over us. The meaning of kamma is action with intention; good kamma is action that is not swayed by greed, anger or delusion. We may have an effect on our kamma in thr…
…ng and the cycle of rebirth, progressing towards Nirvana. The importance of role models in teaching good kamma is also highlighted, illustrating how a teacher's example can inspire pupils to adopt beneficial pr…
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
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Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
Suzanne Jeffrey " Meditation and concentration help us to discover and understand all of this. One of our jobs, as you well know, is to train the future leaders so that they will understand this, too
…nciple can manifest immediately or over time, akin to the growth of vegetables. Meditation nurtures good Kamma, while unwholesome acts lead to negative outcomes. Unwholesome deeds are categorized into three are…
Understanding Kamma: The Law of Action and Consequence
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Understanding Kamma: The Law of Action and Consequence
A senior monk once discussed kamma: "The word kamma is a neutral word that does not imply good or bad since kamma means action. An action always carries a consequence. Why do we feel full? It is becau
This text discusses the concept of kamma, which refers to actions and their consequences. It highlights how both physical laws and the law of kamma resonate with each other. The Buddha's teachings enc
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th
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 Stages of Good Deeds
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The Stages of Good Deeds
banana blossoms to eat with condiments. And yet we still have to wait a full year for the fruit. "The first stage of good deeds: Once we have done something good, no matter if anybody sees it or not,
The text outlines the four stages of good deeds: self-satisfaction, development of character, recognition of hard work, and societal esteem. It emphasizes patience in expecting the outcomes of good de
Understanding Kamma: The Interconnection of Actions and Consequences
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Understanding Kamma: The Interconnection of Actions and Consequences
A senior monk once discussed kamma: "The word kamma is a neutral word that does not imply good or bad since kamma means action. An action always carries a consequence. Why do we feel full? It is becau
This text delves into the concept of kamma, explaining it as a neutral term encompassing all forms of action that yield consequences. The author draws parallels between the law of physics and the Law
The Stages of Good Deeds and Their Rewards
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The Stages of Good Deeds and Their Rewards
banana blossoms to eat with condiments. And yet we still have to wait a full year for the fruit. "The first stage of good deeds: Once we have done something good, no matter if anybody sees it or not,
This text draws an analogy between the stages of good deeds and the growth of banana plants, highlighting four key stages: self-satisfaction, development of character, realization of fortune, and soci
Understanding the Law of Kamma in Family Dynamics
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Understanding the Law of Kamma in Family Dynamics
Part Five: Truth for the Family caution: We should know the mentality of the people around us! Initially, they may give us moral support. But once we advance too far and too fast, they may become anta
Part Five discusses the significance of understanding the timing and locality of our actions when seeking moral support from those around us. It highlights the Law of Kamma, explaining why good deeds
The Growth of Good Deeds
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The Growth of Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for wrapping. After eight or nine months, there is yet no banana to eat, but there
This text discusses how, similar to a banana plant that takes time to yield fruit, good deeds also require patience to bring forth favorable outcomes. It emphasizes that environmental conditions and s
The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
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The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for wrapping. After eight or nine months, there is yet no banana to eat, but there
This text uses the metaphor of growing banana plants to illustrate that good deeds require time and favorable conditions to yield positive outcomes. Just as banana plants take a year to bear fruit, go
Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
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Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
But to be able to control their own behavior, they must fully understand the Law of Kamma. Then, when there is the opportunity to commit bad deeds, and nobody is watching, they will be able to control
Understanding the Law of Kamma is essential for controlling one's behavior and performing good deeds regardless of external recognition. This text emphasizes that comprehending the Law of Kamma aids i
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
…o performs good deeds with a 'good' mind will have a favourable destination in the afterlife. Thus, good kamma slowly manifests as peace within oneself, and peace with other people follows. BOON To know how you…
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
Understanding the Law of Kamma in Buddhism
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Understanding the Law of Kamma in Buddhism
But to be able to control their own behavior, they must fully understand the Law of Kamma. Then, when there is the opportunity to commit bad deeds, and nobody is watching, they will be able to control
The Law of Kamma emphasizes the importance of understanding one's behavior and the effects of good and bad deeds. It is crucial for individuals to realize that good actions usually lead to positive ou
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master is a more coarse way to judge good and/or bad, we might not have the best way but at least people can live with one another. In addition to custom or tradition, we can a
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
TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
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TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
…nts a debt of gratitude as we are well positioned to continue to accumulate more and more merit, or good kamma, with each rebirth.
…s and the merit necessary to be born into favorable circumstances, thus guiding the continuation of good Kamma. The insights provided encourage readers to reflect on their actions and strive for a life enriched…
Understanding the Ten Right Views in Buddhism
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Understanding the Ten Right Views in Buddhism
…lm that being arises spontaneously. The circumstances of our birth when we have attained sufficient good kamma will allow us, through meditation, to recognize these spontaneous arising beings which are an indic…
This text discusses the influence of kamma on rebirth and the significance of recognizing spontaneous beings in the celestial realm. It highlights the Buddha as the supreme enlightened figure and Arah
The Virtues of a Good Teacher
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The Virtues of a Good Teacher
holdes that knowledge. A good trainer must guide the pupil to utilize knowledge only in a positive and beneficial way. That way, knowledge will be useful not only for the one who possesses that knowle
A good teacher plays a pivotal role in guiding students to use knowledge positively. Essential qualities include understanding the ingredients to effective teaching, instilling good habits, and creati
The Principle of Good Deeds and Outcomes
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The Principle of Good Deeds and Outcomes
However, the first step in achieving this goal is to convince the parents that good deeds always bring good outcomes, and vice versa. The following episode should help clarify this principle. A layper
The text discusses the principle that good deeds lead to good outcomes, as illustrated by a monk's analogy of planting a banana tree seedling. It emphasizes the need for patience and common sense, exp