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Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
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Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
67. ONE DROP AT A TIME FILLS UP A JAR Together, each tiny drop of water can fill up a big jar. Likewise, each act of good deed will fill up your "jar" of virtue. But with no good deed done at all, you
…t of past merits on present and future lives, encouraging readers to be humble and patient in their journey of accumulating virtue. According to the teachings, while immediate returns from current merits may…
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
…om life's defilements. The act of giving, regardless of your financial situation, is crucial in the journey of merit-making. Having built a temple and led ceremonies despite challenges highlights the transfo…
Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
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Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
111. PURSUING PERFECTIONS UNTIL YOU PREVAIL Addressing a group of Upasaka (male temple attendants) getting ready to be ordained: When you have decided to enter the temple in order to pursue Perfecti
…ual pursuits. Ultimately, this guidance aims to help seekers maintain their focus and enhance their journey towards Perfections. For further insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
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The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
115. BEAUTY THAT IS NOT In all my years, I have yet to see a truly beautiful woman. For all their efforts to beautify themselves from head to toe, to my eyes I see no beauty in them at all. What I see
…ficiality in favor of spiritual and moral integrity, underscoring the internal battles faced on the journey to enlightenment.
Resolutions for a Pure Life
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Resolutions for a Pure Life
133. THOSE WHO FOLLOW ME I always make this resolution: May those who follow me be ones endowed with purity in body, speech and mind, not ones who seek recognition and fame; may they be ones who seek
…, suggesting that daily thoughts of Nibbana cultivate good deeds and uplift the mind on a spiritual journey.
The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
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The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
144. WHATEVER YOU DO, DO IT SERIOUSLY Since I arrived at the temple, many people looked down at me and mistreated me, but I did not allow myself to be affected by them. Instead, I focused my attentio
…tive behaviors and to understand their root causes, rather than responding with anger. The author's journey through challenges offers insight into defeating life's adversities, as they embrace the notion tha…
Triumph Through Merit
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Triumph Through Merit
146. TRIUMPH THROUGH MERIT On the outside it may appear that I have surrendered to my foes. But on the inside my conviction remains as strong and unwavering as ever. Instead of using words, I fight wi
…d from Dhamma as a means to overcome adversity. The piece serves as a reminder that one's spiritual journey and merit can lead to eventual triumph, irrespective of external challenges. For more insights, vis…
Pursuing Virtue: The Silent Battle
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Pursuing Virtue: The Silent Battle
150. BATTLE IN SILENCE Pursuing virtue is not such an easy task. You have to fight, you have to endure, and you have to battle in silence. I build virtue. I fight silently. I rely on my merit for help
…n silence, and the transformative power of purity and merit. It reflects on personal growth and the journey toward self-improvement, anchored in a fighting spirit and unwavering commitment to good deeds. The…
The Importance of Humility and Self-Control
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The Importance of Humility and Self-Control
153. DON’T LOSE SELF-CONTROL Keen arrogance out of your heart, even if you think you know better than others. Be humble and patient. Your teachers and elders have only good intentions for you. Remembe
…utes not only improve the task at hand but also benefit everyone involved. For those on a spiritual journey, keeping a humble heart will pave the way for enlightenment and shared accomplishments dmc.tv.
Abide by the Rules
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Abide by the Rules
162. ABIDE BY THE RULES Abide by the rules and regulations of the places where we find ourselves. When I first arrived at Wat Paknam, I made the effort to learn all the rules and regulations of the
… and happiness. This practice fosters a disciplined environment, crucial for a fulfilling spiritual journey.
Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
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Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
177. LEAVING HOME When I was a young girl about 11 or 12 years old, my father came home drunk one day. He was so drunk that he fell asleep on the ground outside the house while the rest of the family
…ess and becomes determined to find him in the afterlife, prompting her decision to leave home for a journey of healing and reconciliation. The mention of Lunar Pong Wat Pahkam signifies her hope for connecti…
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
"Fools" (palay): spiritually defective people. A fool is someone wicked, weak, or feeble in a moral sense. His discretion is faulty, not knowing right from wrong, good from bad. A fool is one who give
…underscores the importance of wisdom and right action to influence one's merit sphere and spiritual journey. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding Mental Purities and Wholesome Actions
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Understanding Mental Purities and Wholesome Actions
impurities; defilements; mental impurities monk’s living quarters virtue; virtuous; wholesome; good wholesome action; beneficial act; virtuous deed; good deed tenfold wholesome course of actio
…irtuous life free from anger. Through understanding these principles, practitioners can embark on a journey toward enlightenment by embracing wholesome actions and intentions.
The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
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The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
The arrangement miscarried, however, for on the first three visits that Siddhatha made to the village he saw things that had a deeply traumatic effect on his over-protected consciousness. He was initi
This text traces the transformative journey of Prince Siddhartha in his quest for understanding suffering and achieving enlightenment. Over the…
The Teachings of the Buddha
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The Teachings of the Buddha
The Teachings of the Buddha The Teachings of the Buddha are known as Dhamma, a Pali word for the Truth, the law of righteousness. In his first sermon the Buddha emphasized that one should live the Mi
…ing on external salvation. All actions, whether good or bad, have significant consequences on one's journey toward happiness and enlightenment. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
โครงการปฏิบัติธรรมสุดสัปดาห์
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โครงการปฏิบัติธรรมสุดสัปดาห์
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ร่วมโครงการปฏิบัติธรรมสุดสัปดาห์ในวันที่ 10-14 และวันที่ 17-19 ณ ศูนย์ฝึกปฏิบัติธรรมคำตา World Peace Valley 2 โดยมีกิจกรรมบำเพ็ญธรรมและอาสาสมัครให้บริการ เพื่อเสริมสร้างสุขภาพจิตและความสงบสุขใจ ผู้สนใ
The Teachings of Venerable Sariputta
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The Teachings of Venerable Sariputta
26 At that moment Venerable Sariputta showed himself at the door of the former executioner's house. When the man saw the Venerable, he paid obeisance to him. And escorting him into his house, he p
…standing allows him to calm down and pay proper attention to the teachings, advancing his spiritual journey towards sotapatti magga and anuloma nana. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
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
…ans for further merit accumulation, nor excessively short. This balance facilitates their spiritual journey effectively without unnecessary delay.
Meditation Practices of Phrathepnyamahamuni - Volume 5
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Meditation Practices of Phrathepnyamahamuni - Volume 5
Preface For more than two years, our Team has compiled a series of books devoted to meditation practices of Phrathepnyamahamuni. We have selected spiritual teachings that he transmits to his disciple
…, this book aims to evoke feelings of happiness, encouraging readers to persist in their meditation journey. Accessible to English speakers, our goal is to spread these spiritual teachings, assisting readers…
การรับรองสถิติการเดินทางด้วยทิวลิปดอกไม้ยาวที่สุดในโลก
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การรับรองสถิติการเดินทางด้วยทิวลิปดอกไม้ยาวที่สุดในโลก
…ึ่งเดินทางมาทำพิธีประกาศรับรองสถิติของ “การเดินทางด้วยทิวลิปดอกไม้ยาวที่สุดในโลก” หรือ “The longest journey walking on flower petals” จากกิจกรรมการเดินดูดอกธรรมชัย เส้นทางพระผู้ปราบมาร ปีที่ ๔ และน้อมถวายใบป…
เมื่อวันที่ 19 ตุลาคม พ.ศ. 2558 สถานที่ในห้องแก้วสารพัดนึก สภาวธรรมภายสากาล วัดพระธรรมกาย ได้ต้อนรับคุณเซียดา ชษมาย จีมชี ผู้แทนจากกินเนสส์ เวิลด์ เรกคอร์ด เพื่อประกาศรับรองสถิติของ 'การเดินทางด้วยทิว