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Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
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Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
The Voice of Abstaining 7. Velama Sutta “If one were to develop even just one whiff of a heart of good will, that would be more fruitful than... if one with a confident mind were to undertake the tra
… inconstancy can surpass the value of feeding numerous enlightened beings. The Sutta highlights the importance of undertaking moral training and seeking refuge in the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha) while r…
Bhojana Sutta: The Significance of Giving a Meal
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Bhojana Sutta: The Significance of Giving a Meal
8. Bhojana Sutta: A Meal "In giving a meal, the donor gives five things to the recipient Which five? He/she gives life, beauty, happiness, strength, & quick - wittedness. Having given life, he/sh
…life, beauty, happiness, strength, and intelligence in the community. This teaching underscores the importance of generosity in a spiritually fulfilling life. Learn more about these teachings at dmc.tv.
The Virtue of Abstaining: Bhojana Sutta
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The Virtue of Abstaining: Bhojana Sutta
The picture contains the following text: --- The Virtue of Abstaining 8. Bhojana Sutta The prudent person giving life, strength, beauty, quick - wittedness - the wise person, a giver of happiness
The Bhojana Sutta emphasizes the importance of virtuous living and the impact it has on one's life. By giving life, strength, beauty, and happi…
The Vitality of Absorbing Gifts
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The Vitality of Absorbing Gifts
The Vitality of Absorbing 9. Dana Sutta 3. "he gives a gift with the thought, 'This was given in the past, done in the past, by my father & grandfather. It would not be right for me to let
The text delves into the Dana Sutta, emphasizing the importance of giving as a custom passed down through generations. It highlights two perspectives on gift-givin…
Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
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Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
The Vintage of Absoiving 9. Dana Sutta 5. "he gives a gift with the thought, 'Just as there were the great sacrifices of the sages of the past -- Atthaka, Vamaka, Vamadeva, Vessamitta, Yamataggi, An
The Dana Sutta emphasizes the importance of giving with a mindful intention, drawing parallels with great sages of the past. It illustrates …
The Virtue of Abstaining
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The Virtue of Abstaining
100 The Virtue of Abstaining 10. Pūrṇā - Kiriya - vatthu Here, bhikkhus, a certain person has done meritorious actions founded on giving gifts significantly, meritorious actions founded on virtues si
…es, achieving greatness in various aspects of life such as beauty and fame. The text emphasizes the importance of spiritual development alongside virtuous deeds and the potential outcomes in the afterlife, advo…
Message on Inner Peace from Phrathepyanmahamuni
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Message on Inner Peace from Phrathepyanmahamuni
Message from Phrathepyanmahamuni, Chairperson of The Middle Way Meditation Institute Read by Mr. Anant Asavabhokhin “What we are doing tonight is showing the world our good intentions and also what
… inner peace, which would subsequently dissolve global conflicts and create a harmonious world. The importance of this message resonates as a reminder of the transformative power of meditation and self-awarenes…
Classroom Responsibilities
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Classroom Responsibilities
When Kaew and her friends got to the classroom, they put their schoolbags, stationery, and other things in place. They helped one another by dividing up the duties to wipe, sweep, and mop the class
…room, following their teacher's lesson on caring for their environment to ensure its longevity. The importance of teamwork and responsibility is emphasized.
Honorary Advisors and Contributors of Dhammakaya Foundation
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Honorary Advisors and Contributors of Dhammakaya Foundation
© 2014 Dhammakaya Foundation All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopyi
…including honorary advisors, editors, proofreaders, and contributors. The foundation emphasizes the importance of intellectual property rights, stating that no part of the book may be reproduced without permiss…
Luang Por Dhammajayo: Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
LUANG POR DHAMMAJAYO Phrathepyanmahamuni Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya “I seek to pursue Perfections by instilling goodness in the hearts and minds of the people of the world, for them to embr
…icated his life to promoting Buddhism and instilling goodness in people's hearts. He emphasized the importance of morality and mental cultivation as a path to truth. Throughout his 44 years as a monk, he tirele…
The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
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The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
One day, he came upon a book titled Dhammakaya written in the format of a sermon by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam, who said: “Reading books alone is not enough to gain the perfect knowledge of Dhamma.
…Khun Yai Chand at Wat Paknam. Through her guidance, he realized the reality of heaven and hell, the importance of meditation, and his life's purpose towards attaining Nibbana. This transformative encounter shap…
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
and her team could have their own place to teach and practice meditation and to propagate Buddhism. Unfortunately, all Khun Yai had in her possession was her own meager savings of 3,200 Baht ($160 in
…ing meditation, emphasizing the impact of good deeds and positive energy. In these discussions, the importance of community and shared goals in achieving dreams is highlighted. Although initially deemed impossi…
Phramongkolthepmuni: The Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Phramongkolthepmuni: The Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation
PHRAMONGKOLTHEPMUNI Discoverer of the Dhammakaya Meditation Method Famously known as Luang Por Wat Paknam, one of the most Venerated Buddhist monks in the history of Thailand, Phramongkolthepmuni was
…, influencing many in Thailand and beyond. Through his teachings, he emphasized mindfulness and the importance of meditation in achieving spiritual enlightenment. He became a symbol of compassion and dedication…
The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
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The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
think her mother had insulted him. This infuriated her father, thinking she was taking her mother’s side. In anger, he cursed Chand to deafness for 500 lifetimes. Many Thai folks believe that the par
…n with Thongsuk Samdaengpan, ultimately attaining the Dhammakaya state. This journey highlights the importance of forgiveness and spiritual awakening in Thai culture. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Guided Meditation for Achieving Inner Experience
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Guided Meditation for Achieving Inner Experience
GUIDED MEDITATION 95 ACHIEVING INNER EXPERIENCE (Now that we have paid respect to the Triple Gem, let us close our eyes and begin our meditation.) Sit cross-legged with your back upright. Put your
…tation guide provides instructions on how to achieve a tranquil inner experience. It emphasizes the importance of posture, relaxation of muscles, and gentle closing of the eyes. Participants are encouraged to s…
The Path to Inner Calm and Awareness
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The Path to Inner Calm and Awareness
Make sure there are no signs of tension anywhere and that you're closing your eyes the right way. Create a feeling of ease, happiness and purity. Feel that you're entering upon a perfect state of calm
… detaching from worldly concerns and realizing the temporary nature of existence. It highlights the importance of the Seventh Base of the Mind, an integral part of achieving spiritual insight and understanding.…
Gentle Mindfulness Practice
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Gentle Mindfulness Practice
Now, I’d like to invite all of you to settle your mind at the center of your body. Do it with a soft and gentle attention, an attention so soft and gentle that it is like a bird’s feather floating dow
…dfulness practice by focusing their attention softly at the center of their body. It emphasizes the importance of a light and tender approach, likening it to a feather landing on water without causing ripples. …
Mindfulness and Meditation Techniques
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Mindfulness and Meditation Techniques
Reflect on what our great teacher has taught us. Our Great Master Luang Pu16 Wat Paknam17 advised us to visualize a crystal sphere and recite the mantra “samma ar- ahang”8 at the same time. Visualizin
Reflecting on the teachings of our Great Master Luang Pu, we learn the importance of visualizing a crystal sphere while reciting the mantra 'samma ar- ahang' to maintain mindfulness…
The Key to Success: Stopping the Mind
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The Key to Success: Stopping the Mind
‘STOP’ IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS Stopping the mind (from wandering) is more important than anything else. Whatever images that appear in your meditation, observe them impassively without engaging your min
…ve thoughts without engaging them, allowing a deeper state of mindfulness to emerge. Understand the importance of this practice for personal growth and tranquility. Visit dmc.tv for more insights.
The Key to Inner Knowledge: Stopping the Mind
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The Key to Inner Knowledge: Stopping the Mind
…e famed meditation master, Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong. It was through Khun Yai that he learned the importance of stopping the mind, that ‘stop’ is the key to success. He realized then that stopping the mind wa…
In his quest for profound meditation, he sought guidance from renowned teachers, eventually learning from Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong. Khun Yai emphasized that stopping the mind is essential for achie