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Meditation with the Crystal Ball
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Meditation with the Crystal Ball
middle of the clear crystal ball at the centre of your body. The mantra is “Samma Arahang”, which means make the mind pure and detached from all forms of suffering. Or you can use the words “clear and
This meditation guide focuses on visualizing a clear crystal ball at the center of your body, using the mantra 'Samma Arahang' to purify the mind. As you meditate, maintain a still mind and observe th
Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Dedication and Merit
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Dedication and Merit
76 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 60.Dedication Conquers All No matter what good deeds we do, there will always be obstacles - it's always an uphill struggle. But consider this, no matter how high the hill it
This passage emphasizes the importance of dedication in overcoming obstacles, encouraging individuals to continue striving towards their goals, regardless of the challenges faced. Even small good deed
Understanding Mental Purities and Wholesome Actions
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Understanding Mental Purities and Wholesome Actions
impurities; defilements; mental impurities monk’s living quarters virtue; virtuous; wholesome; good wholesome action; beneficial act; virtuous deed; good deed tenfold wholesome course of actio
This text delves into the Buddhist understanding of mental impurities and their impact on virtue and wholesome actions. It discusses the importance of defilements and how monks aim to foster virtuous
Building a Trustworthy Family
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Building a Trustworthy Family
involvement with this distrustful person. Good people will not want to befriend dishonest people because they do not want to gain a bad reputation through association. So if a person in a family does
The text emphasizes that honesty and self-control are essential for a trustworthy family environment. Good people avoid associations with dishonesty. A family lacking truthfulness cultivates suspicion
Endurance Against Defilements: Building a Stable Family
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Endurance Against Defilements: Building a Stable Family
squeezes us, controls us and wears us down to perform all kinds of bad deeds shamelessly. Then when we perform the bad deed, defilements let us suffer, receive punishments, experience all kinds of dis
This text discusses the impact of defilements on individuals and families, emphasizing how these negative influences lead to bad habits and a breakdown of unity within families. It identifies the 'Roa
The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
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The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
own personal desires, and the husband and wife do not combine their incomes from the beginning, that means that one is preparing go one's separate way from the start because neither person is thinking
Marriage requires mutual dependence and sacrifice between partners. Couples should consider their ability to support each other emotionally and financially, especially during illness or hardship. Self
Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
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Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
inner body has a mind in its own existence. The mind - the Dhamma - is like looking at ourselves in a dream within a dream within a dream. Each dream body has its own mind. In meditation, we must look
The inner body possesses its own mind, likening it to layered dreams. Meditation requires introspection; focusing inward cultivates true peace. Luang Por discusses the nature of dreams, highlighting c
Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
This question has prompted me to study Buddhism seriously, which has given me an understanding of life: 1. Death is not the end. We still have to be reborn indefinitely, as long as we have not rid o
This text delves into the principles of Buddhism, emphasizing the idea of rebirth and the impact of kamma on one’s life. It discusses the existence of hell and heaven based on one's deeds and the dive
The Importance of Elders in Marriage Guidance
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The Importance of Elders in Marriage Guidance
3) They must have a life teacher or a good counselor advising them on marriage and relationships. Otherwise, it is possible that they will not be able to maintain a long relationship. 4) They must
เพื่อให้การแต่งงานประสบความสำเร็จ จำเป็นต้องมีผู้แนะนำที่รู้จริงซึ่งมักจะเป็นผู้สูงอายุที่มีคุณธรรม พวกเขาสามารถให้คำปรึกษาในเรื่องการเลือกคู่ การทำหน้าที่ของคู่สมรส และการทำงานในชุมชน นอกจากนี้ คู่สม
Pearls of Inner Wisdom: The Importance of Accumulating Merit
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: The Importance of Accumulating Merit
16 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 9. Never Enough Merit Even at the age of fifty-two, I feel I have hardly scraped the surface of the pursuit of Perfections. The merits I have accumulated so far seem insignif
ในบทนี้ ผู้เขียนแบ่งปันความคิดเกี่ยวกับความสำคัญของการสะสมบุญและการใช้ชีวิตอย่างมีสติ โดยเน้นว่าการใช้เวลาปัจจุบันให้เกิดประโยชน์สูงสุดเป็นสิ่งสำคัญ เพราะวันพรุ่งนี้ไม่แน่นอน จึงควรทำวันนี้อย่างเต็มที
Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
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Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
Merit Sphere A merit sphere is a perfectly round and flawless sphere that is utterly bright and clear. It is as clear as, or even clearer than, a polished diamond. It is as bright as, or brighter tha
The merit sphere is a flawless, bright sphere representing all success and happiness. It is the source of positivity, driving individuals from ordinary virtues to enlightenment. Merit sustains one's j
Keeping the Five Precepts Intact
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Keeping the Five Precepts Intact
How do you keep the Five Precepts intact? When I was a student, I started training myself to observe the Five Precepts. This is how I did it. Before I was ordained, I wore a Buddha image around my nec
This text describes a personal journey of observing the Five Precepts, a set of ethical guidelines in Buddhism. The author shares their experience of using a Buddha image for daily chanting and resolu
The Significance of Ordination in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Ordination in Thai Culture
I have seen parents make funeral arrangements for their children, grandparents for their grandchildren. It should not be this way, and I certainly did not want this to happen to me. But since life is
This text reflects on the challenges of prioritizing personal commitments while facing family health issues and the cultural importance of ordination in Thai society. It highlights how ordination is s
Understanding Blessings in Thai Tradition
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Understanding Blessings in Thai Tradition
What is a blessing? Blessing is called vara in the Pali language. The meaning of vara is progress and happiness. A blessing means the act of giving the very best. Therefore, when the elderly give a bl
Blessing, or vara in Pali, signifies giving the very best to loved ones. In Thai culture, it's a cherished tradition where elders bless their descendants, promoting progress and happiness. This nightl
Formation of Habits
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Formation of Habits
Formation of Habits . The work which is done in each of the five rooms . Attitude toward the consumption of the four necessities in these rooms . The way to consume the four necessities in these rooms
This text discusses the formation of habits in various aspects of life, focusing on the work done in different areas and attitudes towards basic necessities. It emphasizes the importance of good habit
Power of Merit and Its Importance in Life
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Power of Merit and Its Importance in Life
67, Power through merit 116, One drop at a time fills up a jar 116, With merit you will succeed in everything 119, Born to pursue prosperity 117, Fruit of merit 117, Only those with a pure heart will
This text emphasizes the transformative power of merit in life. It discusses how cultivating merit leads to success, prosperity, and happiness. The focus is on performing good deeds, maintaining a pur
Wisdom from Meditation
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Wisdom from Meditation
From a spiritual point of view, wisdom gained from meditation will help us become more ethical in our decision-making and also our choice of action. We will become more at ease with ourselves and our
From a spiritual perspective, wisdom gained from meditation fosters ethical decision-making and personal ease, leading to a harmonious family life and improved parenting. Regular meditation elevates t
Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
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Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
Hiri-ottapa – Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing Hiri and ottapa are Pali words, meaning ‘shame of wrongdoing’ (hiri) and ‘fearful of the consequence of wrongdoing’ (ottapa). One who has hiri-ottapa is one
Hiri and Ottapa are pivotal concepts in Buddhism, representing the shame of wrongdoing and the fear of its consequences. Together, they foster a good moral conscience. Individuals devoid of these trai
Raising Children: The Four Requisites for Success
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Raising Children: The Four Requisites for Success
Part Two: Raising Children using the four requisites. We will need to ask ourselves if we have the ability to maintain quality (always delivering our best); ability to manage our time (seeing all the
In raising children, it's crucial to embody qualities of quality, time management, and financial prudence, as children absorb both good and bad traits from their parents. By consistently modeling thes
Harmony Within the Family: Building Positive Neighborhood Relationships
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Harmony Within the Family: Building Positive Neighborhood Relationships
Part Four: Harmony Within the Family Option 1: Move Away Or Endure It. If we are able, we should move. Period. But if we cannot, we must endure it. We can set a good example for our children by speaki
ในบทนี้, เราพูดถึงการรักษาความสามัคคีในครอบครัวและในละแวกบ้านผ่านการกระทำที่ใจดี เป็นการส่งเสริมการสร้างความสัมพันธ์ที่ดีและลดความขัดแย้ง เราสามารถเริ่มต้นด้วยการพูดคุยอย่างสุภาพกับเพื่อนบ้าน และเสนอโ