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A Successful Marriage For example, a relationship is compared with a bird in our hands. If we grasp it too tight, the bird will die and we will lose it forever. To keep it with us, we must learn to ho

A successful marriage requires a gentle and caring approach, much like holding a bird. Husbands and wives should please each other through sharing and sweet words, understanding their roles, and imple

Part One: Family Life 1. Giving (dana): Loving and living together requires sharing. Where there is no giving, the atmosphere feels very unpleasant. Sharing encompasses sharing of problems, too. When

This text discusses four fundamental principles for enhancing family life: 1. Giving (dana) emphasizes the importance of sharing, including sharing problems to foster support. 2. Polite speech (piyava

Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 21 A True Mentor A good person has to be a logical. By nature he is NOT gullible or easily deluded. Thus, we should attempt to follow good role models in the fo

Chapter 21 discusses the importance of having a true mentor who possesses a logical mindset and an unambiguous biography. A true mentor is not gullible or easily misled and serves as an exemplary role

Knowledge and Career doing bad and how to do good deeds – this seems to be the most important subject in life for me. This is also really interesting for my profession, because it concerns relationshi

This content explores the significance of good deeds in personal and professional contexts, emphasizing the importance of understanding relationships. It highlights the need to stop blaming others and

Luang Phaw Dhammajayo), a faithful disciple of the Lord Buddha who has devoted his life to fulfil his duties, dedicating his life for almost 40 years creating benefits for people all around the world.

Luang Phaw Dhammajayo is a devoted disciple of the Buddha, working for nearly 40 years to bring benefits to people worldwide. Beginning with a small group and facing significant challenges, he has sho

immersing himself in the study and practice of the Buddha's pure teachings. For almost 40 years, he has always emphasized to the thousands of those who follow his teachings at the Dhammakaya Temple, b

Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has dedicated nearly 40 years to promoting the Buddha's teachings, asserting that true world peace originates from inner peace. He emphasizes everyone's role in enhancing humanit

Dedication May every family that reads this book, have happiness, success, and the resolve to always perform good deeds. We dedicate the merits accrued through every written word in this book, to ou

This dedication expresses heartfelt wishes for happiness and success for families reading the book. It honors the memory of ancestors Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi and all family members who have passed

hope that you will find someone else to help you with the many things in life. There are some who get married because they expect that their spouse will treat them favorably in different ways; and at

In a marriage, expectations can lead to disappointment if not grounded in self-dependence. Many marry for beauty or behavior, but these qualities fade. True relationships rely on self-sufficiency and

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

them the Jataka (stories of the past lives of the Lord Buddha), making sure they do their chanting before bed, and teaching them how to offer Dana (generosity) through methods such as offering alms to

This text highlights the vital roles of parents in nurturing children within a Buddhist framework, emphasizing the importance of teachings like the Jataka stories, chanting, and the act of Dana. Paren

This Life Next Life In anger thereat will I keep to it. In guile will I keep to it. In self-respect will I keep to it!! 27. 'Well then, Prince, I will give you a smile, for it is by way of a smile t

This text recounts a fable involving two gamesters engaged in a game with dice. The first gambler swallows every adverse die, while the second deceives him by using poisoned dice. This tale serves to

86 MEDITATION BENEFITS MEDIATION BENEFITS Meditation has been linked to a variety of health benefits. A review of scientific studies identified favorable outcomes of meditation which include: relaxa

Meditation is associated with various health benefits such as relaxation, concentration, and increased awareness. Scientific studies reveal its positive impact on metabolism, heart rate, and brain act

individual person possesses 18 transcendental inner bodies, which can be reached through advanced stages of meditative absorption. Once a person reaches the Dhammakaya, the purest of all transcendenta

This text discusses the concept of 18 transcendental inner bodies accessed through advanced meditation, reaching the Dhammakaya for profound insights. It also covers the Five Hindrances, which are neg

Changing the World One Person at a Time The teachings of Luang Por Dhammayaya have inspired millions of people around the world to perform good deeds and to cultivate their minds through meditation. H

The teachings of Luang Por Dhammayaya have notably influenced millions globally, encouraging good deeds and meditation. His initiatives against smoking, drinking, and gambling showcase effective socia

Meeting #2 22 August 2008 - Ashram After our last meeting with Luang Por, Jon has requested another one. Why he did this, I do not know. What do you ask a man who seems to know everything? Thinking t

This entry describes a poignant meeting at the Ashram with Luang Por, a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. The narrator contemplates their own secrets and the profound connection felt with the mo

Luang Por then draws the circle within the circle that follows, regarding languages… “As you can see, the language of the mind is far greater than any other language. And, because of this, the Buddha

Luang Por discusses the concept of the mind as a profound element that transcends language limitations. He explains how the human body, consisting of the four elements—earth, water, fire, and wind—is

Having achieved this high level of meditative attainment, Chand asked Tongsuk to show her how to traverse to the afterlife realms so that she could find her father. With Tongsuk's help, Chand finally

Chand achieved a high level of meditative attainment and sought to find her father in the afterlife. With Tongsuk's help, she communicated with her father in a hell realm, assisting him in recalling h

95. TAKE THE LONG TERM VIEW I am someone who takes the long term view (seeing beyond this life). Nothing can be taken with us after death except our merit and demerit. Accumulate as much merit as you

The text emphasizes the significance of adopting a long-term viewpoint, where the accumulation of merit becomes paramount. It suggests that upon death, only merit and demerit accompany us, urging indi

100. OLD MERIT, NEW MERIT I have pity for both the rich and the poor. Rich people are well off because they have “old” merit from their past lives to support them. However, if they don’t produce “new”

This text discusses the concept of merit, highlighting the importance of accumulating both old and new merit for future lives. It emphasizes that while rich people benefit from old merit, they risk fa

The event begins after Buddhist Lent and continues for one month. กรรม kamma; karma; action; deed; willed action; an intentional action that has future consequences, including future reboots; th

This text delves into the fundamental concept of kamma (karma) in Buddhism, emphasizing that every intentional action we perform leads to future consequences. The Buddha defines kamma as volition (cet