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The Interfusion of Chinese and Indian Cultures in Central Asia
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The Interfusion of Chinese and Indian Cultures in Central Asia
Visualization of the Buddhas: The Interfusion of the Chinese and Indian Cultures in Central Asia as Reflected in a Fifth Century Apocryphal Sutra." PhD Dissertation. Yale University. Yamabe, Nobuyoshi
This dissertation examines the merging of Chinese and Indian influences in Central Asia, particularly through apocryphal Buddhist texts. It also discusses various publica…
The Virtue of Abstaining in Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta
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The Virtue of Abstaining in Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta
The Virtue of Abstaining 6. Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta the virtues loved by noble ones.24 It is owing to the Blessed One that Mahā paja pārī Gotāmī is free from doubt about suffering, about the origin of
… liberation from suffering. Mahā paja pārī Gotāmī embodies this virtue as she acknowledges the deep influence of the Blessed One on her spiritual journey. These teachings underscore the interconnectedness of r…
The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
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The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
The Verse of Abandoning 6. Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta "When one person, owing to another, has come to possess unwavering confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, and to possess the virtues
…e in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. It illustrates how one person's faith and understanding can be influenced by another, making it difficult to fully repay the influence through mere offerings. The text disc…
The Venture of Ahimsaing: Velama Sutta
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The Venture of Ahimsaing: Velama Sutta
The Venture of Ahimsaing 7. Velama Sutta And one's sons & daughters, slaves, servants, & workers will listen to one, will lend ear, will make their minds attend for the sake of knowledge. Why is that
…s, and elephants decorated with gold. This illustrates the significance of generous deeds and their influence on the community's respect and attention. Acts of kindness and attentiveness in one's actions resul…
The Victory of Abandoning: Insights from the Dana Sutta
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The Victory of Abandoning: Insights from the Dana Sutta
The Victory of Abandoning 9. Dana Sutta Those 6 things Then, having exhausted that action, that power, that status, that sovereignty, he is a returner, coming back to this world. 7. "-- but with the
…s consequences in the spiritual journey. It describes how the mindset behind acts of generosity can influence their outcomes—whether one becomes a returner to this world or a non-returner to the spiritual real…
The Journey of Chaiyaboona: From Student to Teacher
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The Journey of Chaiyaboona: From Student to Teacher
gently. Every morning he would leave his dorm at 6 a.m., spent two hours on three different buses to reach Khun Yai's place in order to practice meditation with her. After school he would do the same
…jayo, meaning 'Victory through the Dhamma'. His profound meditation skills led him to teach others, influenced by Khun Yai's vision of building a temple. His commitment and discipline to meditation illustrate …
Luang Por's Legacy of Leadership and Accomplishments
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Luang Por's Legacy of Leadership and Accomplishments
During the forty-four years under Luang Por’s leadership, the world has witnessed some of the most astounding accomplishments any one person can achieve in one lifetime. There are more than one hundre
…in thirty countries and mass ordination programs leading hundreds of thousands to become monks, his influence is profound. The importance of generosity, morality, and mental cultivation has gained unprecedente…
The Legacy of Phramongkolthepmuni
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The Legacy of Phramongkolthepmuni
that he founded is practiced by millions of people throughout the world today. For most Buddhists in Thailand, Phramongkolthepmuni is best known by his miracles, prophecies and super-natural healing p
…ddhism. Millions of devotees pray to him for guidance and assistance daily, showcasing his enduring influence. His legacy continues through the communities he has touched with his teachings and practices. For …
The Seventh Base of the Mind
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The Seventh Base of the Mind
…settled at the Seventh Base, it is in a safe sanctuary sheltered from mental impurities and outside influences which contaminate its purity. This is where the mind becomes most peaceful and pure, functioning a…
The Seventh Base is located two finger-breadths above the navel and is essential for the mind's tranquility. It serves as a protective shelter from mental impurities. This center is crucial for achiev
Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
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Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
GUIDED MEDITATION 135 CALLING UPON YOUR MERIT Keep your mind still. Reflect on all the merits that you have accumulated throughout your countless past lifetimes all the way to the present lifetime.
…highlights the power of the mind in shaping experiences and acknowledges both positive and negative influences from the past. Meditation practices like this can lead to greater emotional clarity and spiritual …
The Importance of Merit in Life
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The Importance of Merit in Life
Merits are the fruits of good deeds. Good deeds performed through generosity, morality and mental cultivation all bring about merit. The fruits of good deeds converge to become a bright merit sphere a
…ithin an individual, aiding them during challenging times. In contrast, demerits represent negative influences that lead to hardships. Regularly reflecting on one's merits can help counteract the effects of de…
Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
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Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
Primary Path: beginning stage of meditative attainment leading to more advanced stages of absorption. Right View: view and wisdom in accordance with the Truths, consisting of the following beliefs: g
…o the rightful attainment of enlightenment, and elaborates on Samsara, the ongoing cycle of rebirth influenced by karmic actions. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Exploring Concepts in Buddhism and Mindfulness
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Exploring Concepts in Buddhism and Mindfulness
Sanskrit: another ancient language used in India; Buddhist scriptures in Sanskrit are translated from the Pali language; Sanskrit texts are used by the Mahayana school of Buddhism. Seventh Base of th
… of Sanskrit as an ancient language in India and its relation to Buddhist texts, particularly those influenced by the Mahayana school. It introduces the Seventh Base of the mind, described as the natural home …
Changing the World One Person at a Time
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Changing the World One Person at a Time
Changing the World One Person at a Time The teachings of Luang Por Dhammayaya have inspired millions of people around the world to perform good deeds and to cultivate their minds through meditation. H
The teachings of Luang Por Dhammayaya have notably influenced millions globally, encouraging good deeds and meditation. His initiatives against smoking, drinkin…
Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
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Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
…help get rid of the garbage: When we meditate, we are cleaning our mind. When our mind is under the influence of kilesa, it loses its quality and light. Kilesa has the habit of squeezing the mind ... covering …
…nhance the mind's quality. By meditating, individuals can cleanse their thoughts and avoid negative influences. Luang Por encourages self-reflection rather than blaming external factors for one’s mindset. He h…
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
…g starts. Then we attach to this thinking and become angry, or sad, so that this Mara is allowed to influence you, and when we don’t check it, it becomes you, and you label this as your ‘self’. "The third typ…
… gods), Matuman (fear of death), and a greater all-encompassing Mara. Each type signifies different influences on human consciousness and experience, emphasizing the importance of meditation to overcome these …
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
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The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
Suzanne Jeffrey Him with everything to meet His needs, but this was simply not enough for him to answer his true human need. And what were those needs? Well, one day, while He was still a Prince, He
…a's discovery of suffering and the Middle Way, the narrator reflects on their own spiritual journey influenced by various faiths, including Tibetan Buddhism and Judaic teachings. The connection between the tea…
Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
Suzanne Jeffrey But the four basic needs are the first four that I mentioned: food, shelter, clothing, and medicine. Who, then, provides us with these needs? Usually, our parents or guardians are the
…rs into adulthood. The author illustrates this concept with a sociogram that visualizes the various influences in a person's life, highlighting that parents have the most significant and constant impact on cha…
The Teachings of the Six Directions
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The Teachings of the Six Directions
…s, and this shows us how, and from whom, we learn our basic habits. All of these are the people who influence the development of our habits. But this is not the only way we learn who we are, or how to be happy…
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
…o my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? The external voice is one that is influenced by kilesa, because kilesa wants to draw us outside of ourselves. But our internal voice is one tha…
…phasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice. True meditation counters negative energies and fost…