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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
Introduction of our actions having brought this suffering of disharmony into our lives and seek to address the causes that are creating and accumulating bad karma. And our accumulated karma designate
This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec
Understanding Kilesa and Its Influence on the Mind
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Understanding Kilesa and Its Influence on the Mind
Kilesa is an element that soils the mind, invading it with great intensity to override the rational and, if allowed to, is ultimately the cause of mental suffering. Kilesa does not reveal its insidiou
Kilesa is an intrinsic element that corrupts the mind, causing mental suffering and overriding rationality. It acts like a hidden virus, lying dormant within the mind from birth. When viewed through D
Strive to Build Maximum Merit
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Strive to Build Maximum Merit
17. STRIVE TO BUILD MAXIMUM MERIT Dhamma is something deep and profound. It is not easy for ordinary people to attain or even comprehend in a short amount of time. You know that it is difficult to
การมีชีวิตเป็นมนุษย์นั้นเป็นการอัศจรรย์ที่สำคัญมาก เราต้องใช้ชีวิตให้มีคุณค่าและสร้างบุญให้มากที่สุด พระพุทธศาสนาย้ำว่าการกระทำดีจะส่งผลดี ซึ่งบุญคือสิ่งเดียวที่เราสามารถนำติดตัวไปหลังจากตาย ทุกคนต้อง
Confronting Life's Inherent Sufferings
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Confronting Life's Inherent Sufferings
"Even though we may dislike difficulties and welcome happiness, there is no way to avoid suffering in our lives because life is a mixture of suffering and happiness. Instead, we should prepare for the
This text discusses the duality of suffering and happiness in life. It emphasizes the natural forms of suffering such as aging, sickness, and death that everyone faces. Many people distract themselves
Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
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Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
Part Five: Truth for the Family 2. Self-realization: Habitually reflect on the fact that it is natural for us to die. We have not yet gone beyond dying. We do not know when we are going to die. We mus
In this segment, we explore the natural inevitability of death and how it shapes our perspectives on life. Daily reflection on our mortality encourages us to cultivate boonya and engage in good deeds,
The Significance of the Tusita Realm
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The Significance of the Tusita Realm
The Reasons the Tusita Realm is the Center of Knowers As mentioned earlier, the Tusita Realm is extraordinary compared to other celestial realms. What makes it extraordinary is the fact that it is the
The Tusita Realm stands out among celestial realms as the abode of verified Bodhisattas destined to achieve enlightenment as Buddhas in the future. It also houses celestial beings gathering merit to b
Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
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Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
Our grandparents advised that, for the mind to be as stable and solid as the earth, we must first realize that, in this world, we are subject to both gratification and disappointment; it is a matter o
This text delves into the wisdom imparted by grandparents and the Buddha regarding the Eight Worldly Conditions, which influence human emotions of gratification and disappointment. These conditions ca
Qualities of an Ideal Trainer
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Qualities of an Ideal Trainer
Knowledge Life Qualities of an Ideal Trainer Recipe for a Good Teacher Education, Teaching and Learning True Education Misconceptions of Education in the World An Ideal Education CHAPTER 1: BO
This text delves into the characteristics of an ideal trainer, emphasizing the importance of understanding oneself, body and mind awareness, and the impact of human behavior on teaching and learning.
The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
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The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
the day we lie on our deathbed, facing the reality of our mortal impermanence, with all our fears returning to confront us once more. Knowledge or wisdom that reveals the truth has and will always pr
When we confront our mortality, knowledge reveals truth and offers a path to peace. Ignorance leads to fear, prompting the pursuit of wisdom to alleviate suffering. We seek answers to life's fundament
The Balance of Mind and Body
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The Balance of Mind and Body
* What is a mind without a body? A ghost. * What is a body without a mind? A corpse. * The mind and body must function in good balance and harmony. - A body with healthy mind = intelligent, alert, m
The text discusses the intricate relationship between mind and body, emphasizing that both must coexist in harmony for optimal functioning. It highlights the necessity of mental care akin to physical
The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
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The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
When your body breaks down it becomes sick. Illness of the body only affects the inflicted individual. However, when the mind is sick, many are affected. Meditation keeps the mind and body in harmony.
Meditation plays a crucial role in maintaining both mental and physical health. While physical illness primarily affects the individual, mental illness can have broader impacts. Meditation fosters hap
Understanding Self-Worth and the Consequences of Actions
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Understanding Self-Worth and the Consequences of Actions
self-worth. Human life can only occur with a man and a woman, but should only be when it is appropriate. Promiscuity, illicit affairs and sexual violations can lead to deceit and abortions, which in t
This content discusses the critical relationship between self-worth and the choices people make concerning intimacy and sexuality. It points out that human life is sacred and should only be pursued wi
Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
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Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
Superior Love through Superior Dhamma Because we are human beings, none of us are perfect. We all come with a baggage of deficiencies. We can cope with our own deficiencies but we cannot tolerate some
This text discusses the challenges of living with a partner and how the Dhamma provides guidance for a harmonious family life. It highlights the four virtues: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, an
The Importance of Human Attributes and Parenting
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The Importance of Human Attributes and Parenting
If you had the attributes of a monkey, made sounds like a monkey, and lived in the forest, you would not be able to perform any good deeds. You would only be as clever as a monkey, and be a monkey lea
เนื้อหาตั้งคำถามว่า หากคุณมีคุณลักษณะของสัตว์เช่น ลิงหรือตุ่น คุณจะไม่สามารถทำสิ่งดีๆ ได้ แต่การเกิดมาเป็นมนุษย์คือโอกาสที่มีค่า คุณควรขอบคุณพ่อแม่ที่เลี้ยงดูคุณ การให้กำเนิดเป็นบุญที่คุณมิอาจตอบแทนได
Buddhist Perspective on Sexuality
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Buddhist Perspective on Sexuality
Buddhist View on Sex Monica Luang Por : What do Buddhist scriptures say about sexual life for the Buddhists? : Buddhism suggests that intercourse should be treated as a commitment rather than an enter
Buddhism advocates treating sexual intercourse as a commitment for procreation, distinguishing human relationships from animal instincts. Couples are viewed as spiritual guides for their children, emp
Birth of a Child
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Birth of a Child
Part One: Family Life Chapter 6 Birth of a Child Of course, everyone feels excited when there is a new addition to the family. While excitement is a natural reaction to an impending birth, it is also
Chapter 6 delves into the emotions and reflections that arise with the birth of a child. It highlights the excitement of welcoming a new family member while prompting important questions about human d
Truth for the Family: Understanding Precepts and Human Nature
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Truth for the Family: Understanding Precepts and Human Nature
Part Five: Truth for the Family stockpile of behavioral (social, emotional and spiritual) problems, creating a generation of people who are only interested in themselves. Ignorance is the force behind
In this section, we discuss how behavioral problems contribute to a self-centered generation and the role ignorance plays in social issues. Parents often blame external factors for their children's st
Truth for the Family: Upholding Human Values
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Truth for the Family: Upholding Human Values
Part Five: Truth for the Family that have to kill to survive. All lives, whether human or not, are precious to us. No one should take the life of another creature. Therefore, the first precept reminds
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงความสำคัญของการรักษาจริยธรรมในครอบครัว ซึ่งรวมถึงการไม่ฆ่าหรือทำร้ายชีวิตอื่น ๆ การไม่ขโมยและการละเมิดสิทธิของผู้อื่น รวมถึงการไม่มั่วสุมเพื่อรักษาความสุขในครอบครัว สนับสนุนให้เราเก็บร
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy CC The Dhammakaya is the pure and original nature residing in every human being regardless of their nationality, religion, or ethnicity. We can call this the pure original state or what
Journey to Joy delves into the essence of the Dhammakaya, representing the pure original nature present within everyone. Regardless of one's background, the Dhammakaya is universally accessible, embod
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 24 enlightenment as the Lord Buddha had done, he would not rise for any reason from meditation, even if it meant his death. Persevering, he sat in meditation the entire night and found
This text discusses the concept of Dhammakaya, referring to the pure and original nature that resides in every human being. Regardless of nationality, religion, or ethnicity, the Dhammakaya represents