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The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
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The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
…y wanted to help her, but he who could do about it? In the end, he gave her a blessing based on his honesty towards his virtues: “From the point of noble birth in having ordained in the Lord Buddha’s temple…
In this narrative, a senior monk explains that the strength of a blessing is tied to the giver's honesty about their virtues. He illustrates this through the story of Venerable Angulimala, a reformed kill…
The Power of Honest Blessings
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The Power of Honest Blessings
… wanted to help her, but what he could do about it? In the end, he gave her a blessing based on his honesty towards his virtues: "From the point of noble birth in having ordained in the Lord Buddha's temple,…
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของความซื่อสัตย์ในการให้คำอวยพร โดยยกตัวอย่างเรื่องราวของพระอังคุลิมาลที่เคยเป็นฆาตกร แต่หลังจากที่ได้ฟังคำสอนจากพระพุทธเจ้า เขาได้เปลี่ยนแปลงตัวเองและประสบการณ์ในการให้คำอวย
The Destructive Impact of Gambling on Society
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The Destructive Impact of Gambling on Society
…ich 1) Gambling destroys one’s human quality. The quality of being a human depends on our level of honesty. The instant we become involved with gambling, deceit automatically arises and honesty is lost. Whe…
This text discusses the severe consequences of gambling addiction, highlighting its effects on honesty, wisdom, and time management. Addicts may resort to criminal activities and lose sight of honorable…
The Dangers of Gambling Addiction
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The Dangers of Gambling Addiction
…rth. 1) Gambling destroys one's human quality. The quality of being a human depends on our level of honesty. The instant we become involved with gambling, deceit automatically arises and honesty is lost. Whe…
บทความนี้สำรวจผลกระทบที่ทำลายล้างของการติดพนันต่อบุคคลและครอบครัว การติดพนันทำให้เกิดการหลอกลวงและสูญเสียคุณภาพของมนุษย์ ส่งผลต่อปัญญาและการใช้เวลาที่มีค่า บทความเสนอแนวทางการป้องกัน โดยเน้นให้หลีกเลี
Understanding the Four Basic Necessities and Precepts
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Understanding the Four Basic Necessities and Precepts
The senior monk : Now I want you to think about what we need to live. The children : Air, food, and water, sir, as well as medicine, clothing, and a house. We also need money to live. The senior monk
…nects them to the Second Precept about not stealing. He further explains the importance of love and honesty in relationships, which leads to the discussion of the Third and Fourth Precepts, regarding adulter…
Keeping the Five Precepts Intact
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Keeping the Five Precepts Intact
…? Because everybody loves their family and friends. Why should we not lie? Because every body loves honesty and truthfulness. Why should we not consume intoxicants? Because it will destroy our conscience. Wi…
…tery, lie, or consume intoxicants. They reflect on each precept's importance, such as valuing life, honesty, and family, emphasizing that living by these principles fosters a good character. The aim is to in…
The Value of Honest Work
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The Value of Honest Work
…be proud that they earned the money to support the family with their energy and with the virtues of honesty. They will not have any regrets or be blamed at a later time. A peaceful mind comes from having an…
…port their families but also become role models for future generations. By embracing the virtues of honesty and humility, one maintains dignity and contentment, fostering respect and pride from family member…
Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
…dedicate ourselves to the attainment of Nirvana. "Right Speech, or Samma Vaca, means to speak with honesty and truthfulness with an endearing or appealing manner. How many times, however, do we hear sarcasm…
…journey towards achieving Nirvana through un-deluding oneself. Right Speech highlights the need for honesty and kindness in communication, warning against lies, divisive speech, harsh words, and gossip. Fina…
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
…inished their education with us? That is the question. When we find those common characteristics of honesty, integrity, compassion, mindfulness, and equanimity, we have a common outcome. (The four embracing …
… current and future Kamma. Educators, therefore, must share a common mission to instill values like honesty and compassion, shaping students' outcomes positively. Common virtues advocate for a comprehensive …
Formation of Habits
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Formation of Habits
…e toward one’s means of livelihood Good Habits Result from Proper Training • A penchant for truth, honesty • A penchant for self-command, a penchant for self-discipline • A penchant for patience, being fear…
…habits. It highlights attitudes towards necessities and living together, as well as key traits like honesty, self-command, patience, and charity. By focusing on these traits, individuals can develop better h…
Endurance Towards Stimulants of Defilements in Children
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Endurance Towards Stimulants of Defilements in Children
…h their children to endure stimulants of defilements. They didn’t instill truthful addages such as, honesty will always fulfill, dishonesty will only fulfill for a short period. In addition, they encouraged …
The text discusses the importance of teaching children endurance against temptations such as alcohol, drugs, and the lure of money to prevent societal problems like corruption. It emphasizes the signi
Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
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Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
…ntentment with one’s spouse – faithfulness to spouse; keeping harmony in marriage 4. Truthfulness – honesty to yourself and others 5. Mindfulness – being aware and alert; having good consciousness Iddhipada…
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
Formation of Habits
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Formation of Habits
…e toward one's means of livelihood Good Habits Result from Proper Training . A penchant for truth, honesty . A penchant for self-command, a penchant for self-discipline . A penchant for patience, being fear…
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
Building a Happy Family Life
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Building a Happy Family Life
…ding on household necessities and sharing) and mentally (consideration, support in times of crisis, honesty) lead to a healthy marriage and family life. Truthfulness, self-control, endurance and sacrifice ar…
This text discusses the vital qualities necessary for a successful marriage and family life, emphasizing that individuals should marry for the right reasons, focusing on character, self-control, and s
Understanding the Five Precepts
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Understanding the Five Precepts
…if you lie to somebody, they will feel less love for you each time, and vice versa. No one likes dishonesty, so you should not lie to anyone. This is how the Fourth Precept came into existence. How did the F…
This passage discusses the significance of the Five Precepts in Buddhism, focusing on honesty and the consequences of lying. The text outlines how adherence to the first four precepts — not kil…
The Nature of Human Beings and the Five Precepts
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The Nature of Human Beings and the Five Precepts
What is the Nature of Human Beings? The nature of human beings consists of five characteristics. 1. By nature, humans will not kill. A human who takes life has deviated from the nature of humankind. H
…are capable of being content with one mate rather than succumbing to animalistic instincts. Fourth, honesty is a human trait; we are encouraged to speak the truth and remain sincere. Finally, the fifth aspec…
Mastering the Art of Handling Gossip and Compliments
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Mastering the Art of Handling Gossip and Compliments
When some people learn they are being gossiped about, they become so furious that they could kill the person who started the rumor. But if we know how to turn our ears into a wok handles, those words
…s should be met with rationality rather than infatuation. The wisdom of our grandparents emphasizes honesty and hard work, showing that a serene mind leads to better decisions in life. By controlling our rea…
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
… the Dhamma for Laypersons, highlighting four key virtues, including truthfulness, which emphasizes honesty, accountability, and moral living. The text serves as a personal reflection on the importance of et…
Formation of Good Habits
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Formation of Good Habits
…e toward one's means of livelihood Good Habits Result from Proper Training * A penchant for truth, honesty * A penchant for self-command, a penchant for self-discipline * A penchant for patience, being fear…
This text discusses the various aspects of habit formation, emphasizing the importance of attitude towards life's necessities, manners in living and working together, and one's approach to livelihood.
Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
…ainst them. May 31, 1981 158. TRUST To my elders I pay the deepest respect by showing my humility, honesty, and truthfulness. I have no fear of the repercussion for doing virtuous acts. In doing so, I have …
The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl