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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
… life, and so on. Both good deeds and bad deeds are governed by the Law of Karma. Good deeds bring good karma and bad deeds bring bad karma. You are responsible for your own actions, good or bad. For whatever …
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
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
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 Mundane and Transcendental Merit
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Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
…OW We cannot escape the consequences of our actions. We can escape neither the effect of our merit (good karma) nor our demerit (bad karma). Both our merit and demerit are embedded in the center of our body. It…
The text discusses the balance between mundane and transcendental merits in personal growth and meditation practice. Mundane merit is achieved through good deeds which contribute to self-development,
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
Buddhist Cosmology and the Cycle of Rebirth
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Buddhist Cosmology and the Cycle of Rebirth
Buddhist Cosmology Buddhists accept the view of the Universe that time is not linear but circular. Consequently, the Universe is not created out of nothing at a particular point, nor will it be compl
Buddhist cosmology views the universe as cyclical, with no creation or destruction at a single point in time. Beings are born into this cycle due to preceding causes (karma), leading to a process term
The Birth of a Meritorious Person
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The Birth of a Meritorious Person
child to be born to her. When someone from a fortunate realm is ready to be reborn, he will choose the best and most generous mother. Once he enters the womb, he brings good fortune to his mother and
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
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
Monasteries and the Teachings of Buddha in Thailand
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Monasteries and the Teachings of Buddha in Thailand
…ich is true happiness. When a person dies, he will go to heaven or hell depending on his karma. The good karma will make him be happy forever. Because of this, the Buddha taught us to practice righteousness, wh…
…ess is portrayed as essential for happiness and peace in life, influencing one's karma after death. Good karma leads to eternal happiness, highlighting the teachings of Buddha on living a righteous life to atta…
Truth for the Family: The Impact of Good Deeds
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Truth for the Family: The Impact of Good Deeds
Part Five: Truth for the Family that good deeds will always bring favorable outcomes and vice versa. Important to Remember: 1. The first stage of good deeds: When we have done something good, even if
Part Five of the text discusses the importance of good deeds within a familial context. It details four stages of good deeds: self-satisfaction from the initial act, the development of a virtuous pers
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
… be. Merit also means virtue, goodness, happiness, pureness, and fullness, all of which result in ‘good karma’. If you have done good deeds in the ‘past’ you will find yourself in a happy situation in the pres…
Merit is the product of good deeds and serves as a positive energy that can lead to being rich, beautiful, and smart. It encompasses virtue and goodness, influencing one's present and future based on
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
"Fools" (palay): spiritually defective people. A fool is someone wicked, weak, or feeble in a moral sense. His discretion is faulty, not knowing right from wrong, good from bad. A fool is one who give
This content delves into various Buddhist concepts such as 'fools'—spiritually defective individuals whose actions reflect moral weakness. It explains that heaven in Buddhism comprises six levels prov
Understanding Kamma and Good Deeds in Buddhism
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Understanding Kamma and Good Deeds in Buddhism
child to be born to her. When someone from a fortunate realm is ready to be reborn, he will choose the best and most generous mother. Once he enters the womb, he brings good fortune to his mother and
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
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
When doing honest work the mind becomes less clouded, becoming brighter, which will help facilitate the practice of meditation. This will be the beginning step to reach the inner light and the absolut
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
The Importance of Good Habits in Education
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The Importance of Good Habits in Education
CHAPTER 2 Furthermore, a good education system is essential in assisting the parent to continue to build the knowledge of the individual along the right path to further strengthen the fabric of human
This chapter discusses the significance of a solid education system in fostering good habits among individuals which leads to mental, physical health, and societal benefits. It defines habits, categor
Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
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Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
…man entity. The mind is the source of all actions, good or bad. Good thoughts produce good actions (good karma); evil thoughts produce evil actions (bad karma). In its natural state a mind is pure and perfect. …
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
Say No to Alcohol
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Say No to Alcohol
…root to negative karma. Weakening of intellect Benefits for not consuming alcohol • Giving rise to good karma. • Having sound mental and intellectual capacity • Having clear-seeing quality. • Having respectabi…
…nd generates negative karma. Choosing to abstain from alcohol can lead to positive outcomes such as good karma, improved mental clarity, respect from others, and the ability to perform good deeds, ultimately ea…
Be a Good Role Model for Children
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Be a Good Role Model for Children
Be a good role model for the children to observe The first factor is the most difficult because many parents do not realize how influential they are to their children. Before we can begin to be good r
บทความนี้เน้นให้พ่อแม่เห็นความสำคัญของการเป็นตัวอย่างที่ดีให้กับลูก โดยการรักษาคุณธรรมและปฏิบัติตามศีลห้า เพราะเด็กมีพฤติกรรมที่เรียนรู้จากผู้ปกครอง หากพ่อแม่ไม่สามารถรักษาคุณธรรมในชีวิตประจำวันได้ ลู
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