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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
The opposite of merit is demerit, or ‘sin’. Demerit is the product of bad deeds. Bad deeds cause ‘bad karma’. Demerit is a negative energy that is created when a bad deed is performed: mentally, bodil
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 Supreme Wisdom of the Lord Buddha
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The Supreme Wisdom of the Lord Buddha
Since we must seek refuge in our own wisdom in times of sorrow and happiness, we can appreciate that the Lord Buddha’s supreme wisdom (of how to lead one’s life) is indeed comparable to none. His pure
In times of sorrow and happiness, the wisdom of the Lord Buddha guides us on how to live right. His teachings illuminate the causes of life’s vicissitudes, emphasizing the Law of Kamma, where good or
The Role of Meditation in Personal Development and Teaching
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The Role of Meditation in Personal Development and Teaching
Knowledge and Career Necessarily, I myself have to be a good role model as a teacher - otherwise no one will follow my suggestions. How could I manage that without meditation? Meditation makes me calm
Meditation plays a crucial role in personal and professional growth. It helps in becoming a better role model as a teacher by bringing calmness and compassion that positively affects students and clie
The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
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The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
Selfishness leads to suffering when each person thinks mainly about his or her own benefit rather than giving support, encouragement and material things to others. When problems occur in the family, g
Selfishness and bias lead to suffering when individuals prioritize self-interest over communal support. In families and communities facing problems, this behavior results in conflict. Bias manifests i
The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
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The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
Chapter 3 directly and indirectly so that students can understand and learn thoroughly. This requires trainers who have not only the first level of wisdom, which is from memorization, but also from t
บทนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของครูในฐานะที่เป็นแบบอย่างและการผสมผสานความรู้ทางวิชาการเข้ากับธรรม เพื่อช่วยให้นักเรียนเติบโตเป็นคนดี เนื้อหายังกล่าวถึงระดับความเข้าใจที่พระพุทธเจ้าสอนเกี่ยวกับชีวิต สี่ขั้นต
The Impact of Parental Responsibility on Child Behavior
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The Impact of Parental Responsibility on Child Behavior
Children often encounter problems later in life because the parents did not fulfill these responsibilities. Why Do Some Children Behave Badly? Our ancestors provided us with a very interesting answer
Children often face challenges later in life due to insufficient parental guidance. Ancestral wisdom highlights that many parents fail to distinguish right from wrong and inadvertently model bad behav
The Importance of Honest Work in Family Life
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The Importance of Honest Work in Family Life
…more refined and peaceful mind, which is considered to be honorable in a marriage. And they will be good role models for the next generation. This is the third magic form of conduct that prevents divorce. 4) Mind li…
การทำงานอย่างซื่อสัตย์เป็นสิ่งสำคัญที่สามารถสร้างความภาคภูมิใจในครอบครัว แม้จะมีงานที่มีสถานะต่ำ แต่ก็ไม่ควรอายที่จะทำงานอย่างเต็มใจและมีคุณธรรม การทำงานที่มีคุณธรรมจะทำให้จิตใจสงบและลดความริษยา สามาร
Understanding the Eternal Punishment of Life and the Role of Educators
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Understanding the Eternal Punishment of Life and the Role of Educators
In this prison there is punishment. It is not normal punishment like whipping or torture, which comes to an end; the punishment in this prison goes on forever and ever. Ageing, sickness, death and bir
This content discusses the perpetual punishment of existence, highlighting how suffering is inherent in our lives through age, sickness, and basic needs. It emphasizes the necessity for mindful teachi
Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
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Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
The extracted text from the image is: ----------- Chapter 4 Those who meditate with consistency will have good emotions, and can easily see and understand the truth that everyone has good and bad in
Chapter 4 emphasizes the significance of regular meditation in helping individuals recognize the duality of good and bad within themselves and others. By understanding this balance, people can cultiva
Sourced Teachings and Dhamma Practices
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Sourced Teachings and Dhamma Practices
Part Seven: Appendixes Sourced Teachings Grouped Dhamma Teachings in Numerical Order: Groups of Four: Four Actions that Lead to Spiritual Growth (Vuddhi): 1. Search for a good teacher; role-model (Sap
In this section, we outline essential Dhamma teachings that guide spiritual growth and ethical living. The four actions leading to spiritual advancement include searching for good teachers, deeply lis
Meetings with a Dharmar Master
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Meetings with a Dharmar Master
Meetings with a Dharmar Master [With this, he smiles because many of the people in the room are past 50. And they are groaning at the thought that they are passed the meditation stage.] If we can er
In a meeting with a Dharmar Master, the conversation revolves around the path to enlightenment and overcoming defilements. The Master emphasizes that eradicating defilements is essential for reaching
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha on Good Deeds
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha on Good Deeds
We highly regard the Lord Buddha to be our ultimate refuge without reservation-with the knowledge that He was only human because of His extreme wisdom, His understanding of how to eliminate the defile
This text emphasizes the Lord Buddha as the ultimate refuge for followers seeking Nibbana. It highlights the importance of good deeds and their outcomes, and discusses the misconceptions surrounding t
Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
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Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
Yet there are a number of parents who believe that children should be left free to think and that training them to meditate when they are two or three years old is too restrictive. In this regard, the
การสอนให้เด็กมีสมาธิและความเคารพต่อผู้อื่นตั้งแต่ยังเล็กเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการพัฒนาบุคลิกภาพและคุณธรรมในสังคม โดยการใช้แบบอย่างที่ดี เช่น การพูดสุภาพ การเคารพผู้ใหญ่ และการฝึกสมาธิ จะช่วยให้เด็กมีทัศนคติท
Understanding Death and the Purpose of Life
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Understanding Death and the Purpose of Life
do not know when we are going to die. We must sooner or later be separated from all loved ones and treasured things. How can people think about death? 1. Thinking about death with the false view: Thin
This text explores the dual perspectives on death: one as a mere inevitability leading to despair, and the other as a motivator for a purposeful life. It emphasizes the cultivation of good deeds and m
The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
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The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
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 laype
The text discusses the importance of understanding the Law of Kamma, emphasizing that good deeds ultimately yield good outcomes, though results may take time. It illustrates the principle through a me
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
Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
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Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
do not know when we are going to die. We must sooner or later be separated from all loved ones and treasured things. How can people think about death? 1. Thinking about death with the false view: Th
In contemplating death, there are varied perspectives. The false view neglects merit and life’s purpose, while the right view emphasizes the importance of good deeds before we die. Life’s ultimate goa
Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
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Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
Suzanne Jeffrey anything is wrong in the womb with the five elements, then our health will be affected. All of our habits are affected by this early process and continue to affect us throughout our l
The text highlights the essential nature of developing good habits from a young age to influence overall health and wellbeing. It discusses how the mother's habits during pregnancy can affect the chil
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
Instilling Good Habits in Children
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Instilling Good Habits in Children
learn. Breast feeding on time is another way to teach a baby about punctuality. Changing the diaper immediately when it is wet can build the habit of cleanliness. Finally, speaking with sweet and gent
การให้อาหารเด็กและการเปลี่ยนผ้าอ้อมอย่างทันทีช่วยสอนเด็กเกี่ยวกับความสะอาดและความเสมอต้นเสมอปลาย รวมถึงการใช้คำพูดสุภาพเมื่อสื่อสาร. เด็กเป็นผ้าขาวที่จะเรียนรู้จากสิ่งที่ได้รับ หากพ่อแม่ไม่สนใจ พฤติกร