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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Dying in Vain and More than You Can Chew
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Dying in Vain and More than You Can Chew
14 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 5.Dying in Vain To be born human, but not to use one's human body meditating to attain the Dhamma, is to be born only to die in vain. (27 February 2000) 6.More than You can C
This text emphasizes the importance of using human life to attain the Dhamma, highlighting that not doing so is akin to dying in vain. It also discusses th…
Creating the Very Best in Oneself
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Creating the Very Best in Oneself
How does one create the very best in oneself? The reader can now appreciate the meaning and significance of a "blessing." Now we come to the interesting question of how a person can develop his/her b
The text discusses the significance of the human mind and its potential for growth and purity according to Buddhist principles. It emphasizes that the mind can be trained to a higher quality, rid of e
Understanding the Importance of Merit
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Understanding the Importance of Merit
89. USING MERIT CORRECTLY The act of charity returns to us in good fortune. The act of mental cultivation brings us deliverance. Meditate frequently. Before merit can be generated, there is a great d
Merit is essential for success and happiness, requiring faith and good deeds. Cherish your merit and make the most of every opportunity to acquire more, as it serves as your refuge from life's defilem
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The text in the image reads: "The tradition of meditation in Thailand is as old as Buddhism in Thailand itself. During the time of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam, there were several ancient texts of meditatio
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Universal Goodness : 9 There are three facts in life which are generally overlooked as follows. 1. Human Beings Are Born With No Self-Knowledge It is rare indeed to find a human being that possesses
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การทำความดีจะนำมาซึ่งผลดีเสมอหรือไม่?
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การทำความดีจะนำมาซึ่งผลดีเสมอหรือไม่?
- 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 de
understanding of how to eliminate the defilements, His superb purity in being able to achieve Nibbana, and His compassion in selflessly devoting His life to showing human beings how to achieve what He
The Importance of Teaching the Five Precepts to the Younger Generation
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The Importance of Teaching the Five Precepts to the Younger Generation
can we expect the younger generation to see the importance of observing the precepts? This unfortunate situation has led more people to disregard the precepts until ignorance has become the norm. And
This text discusses the declining observance of the Five Precepts among younger generations, attributing it to a lack of home guidance. Consequently, societal ills such as brawling and drug abuse aris
The Dual Nature of the Human Experience: Body and Mind
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The Dual Nature of the Human Experience: Body and Mind
T he human experience is composed of two important parts, the body and the mind. These two elements communicate back and forth with each other from the moment of birth until death. We recognise t
The human experience comprises the body and the mind, which interact from birth to death. The conscious mind greatly influences behavior, leading to either admirable or shameful actions. A mind cloude
Analysis of Geopolitical Issues in the Middle East
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Analysis of Geopolitical Issues in the Middle East
Notes 1. See International Crisis Group report, Dealing With Iran’s Nuclear Program, November 2004. 2. See http://usinfo.state.gov/xarchives/display.html?p=texttrans-english&y=2007&m=April&x=200704181
This text discusses various reports and publications relevant to the geopolitical issues in the Middle East, with a specific focus on Iran's nuclear program, negotiations involving al-Qaddafi, and the
The Importance of Meditation in Developing Inner Peace
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The Importance of Meditation in Developing Inner Peace
New beings with a Phammasster is hard to get back when it runs away. It is hard to bring it back into control! So we need to train children from a very early age to meditative and stay centered. “Whe
การฝึกสมาธิเน้นให้เด็กมีศูนย์กลางทางจิตใจ เพื่อให้ได้สัมผัส Dhamma ที่อยู่ภายใน การปฏิบัติจะช่วยให้เกิดนิสัยที่ดี การทำสมาธิให้ถูกวิธีนั้นสำคัญเพื่อไม่ให้เกิดความปรารถนาทางเพศที่ไม่เหมาะสม เพลิดเพลินใ
Attaining the Angelic Body through the Middle Way
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Attaining the Angelic Body through the Middle Way
[vimuttīnādassana] will be attained. When the mind is brought to a standstill at the centre of the Sphere of the Seeing and Knowledge of Liberation the Angelic Body will be attained. By now the sequen
The text discusses the attainment of the Angelic Body through a process of concentration and the sequential progression from the Coarse Human Body to various forms of Brahmā bodies, culminating in the
Understanding the Dhamma Body and Overcoming Mental Defilements
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Understanding the Dhamma Body and Overcoming Mental Defilements
to enslave the mind and how we can overcome them. This is a major difference from the naked (physical) eye to which the defilements are invisible. The limits of our human senses are to know the manife
The passage discusses the limitations of human senses in perceiving mental defilements such as greed, hatred, and delusion. It highlights the importance of the Dhamma Body in providing insight into th
The Relationship Between Processing, Cognition, and Mindfulness
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The Relationship Between Processing, Cognition, and Mindfulness
processing and cognition are nested together inseparably and as a unit take the form of the subtle physical body. If the four faculties are separated, the subtle physical body will die immediately — a
Processing and cognition are intimately linked, forming the subtle physical body. If four faculties are disconnected, the subtle body ceases to exist, impacting physical survival. Mindfulness includes
ความเข้าใจในพระพุทธศาสนา
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ความเข้าใจในพระพุทธศาสนา
Roble : Tom: Was the Buddha a human being? Yes, the Buddha was a human being; He never asked for or received inspiration from any god or external power. As a matter of fact, He was so pure, wise, and
Roble : Tom: Was the Buddha a human being? Yes, the Buddha was a human being; He never asked for or received inspiration from any god or external power. As a matter of fact, He was so pure, wise, and
การประชุมพิเศษครั้งที่ ๒๔ ของสมัชชาใหญ่ สหประชาชาติ
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การประชุมพิเศษครั้งที่ ๒๔ ของสมัชชาใหญ่ สหประชาชาติ
สุนทรพจน์ของพระภาวนาวิริยคุณ ในการประชุมพิเศษครั้งที่ ๒๔ ของสมัชชาใหญ่ สหประชาชาติ วันพุธที่ ๒๘ มิถุนายน พ.ศ. ๒๕๔๓ (24th Special Session of the United Nations General Assembly Geneva (26-30 June 2000)
สุนทรพจน์ของพระภาวนาวิริยคุณ ในการประชุมพิเศษครั้งที่ ๒๔ ของสมัชชาใหญ่ สหประชาชาติ วันพุธที่ ๒๘ มิถุนายน พ.ศ. ๒๕๔๓ (24th Special Session of the United Nations General Assembly Geneva (26-30 June 2000)
Warm Hearted Family
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Warm Hearted Family
The presence of the newborn will force the parents to work even harder, so they will have enough to care for the child. The more children they decide to have; the more their responsibilities will incr
The presence of the newborn will force the parents to work even harder, so they will have enough to care for the child. The more children they decide to have; the more their responsibilities will incr
Monastic vs Secular Life: Insights on Dhamma
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Monastic vs Secular Life: Insights on Dhamma
Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica had abundant wealth, dignity, power, and servants. Finally, he renounced the world and sought to ordain since he realized that a family life does not encourage the Dha
In this discussion, the speaker reflects on the differences between monastic and secular lifestyles, emphasizing the pursuit of Dhamma as the true source of happiness, in contrast to material possessi
Buddhism and the Understanding of Life
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Buddhism and the Understanding of Life
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 our
The text reflects on serious studies of Buddhism and how its teachings on rebirth, karma, and consequences of actions shape a more meaningful life. It emphasizes the importance of performing good deed
The Great Refuge of Humankind: Understanding the Teachings of the Lord Buddha
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The Great Refuge of Humankind: Understanding the Teachings of the Lord Buddha
1. The mentor should have an unambiguous biography. There must be proof of his life history; it can not be vague and unreliable. 2. He must be extremely intelligent, exceptionally virtuous, exceedingl
This text examines the criteria for an exemplary mentor, using the Lord Buddha as a prime example. It highlights the importance of a well-documented biography, exceptional knowledge, and the ability t
Purifying the Mind for a Better Life
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Purifying the Mind for a Better Life
3. Purify the mind: Keep one's mind bright and clear all the time, while inhaling and exhaling. If a person inhales and does not exhale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of
This text discusses the significance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation as key to life and decision-making. It emphasizes preparing for death by reflecting on pas