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Killing and Karma: Understanding Consequences
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Killing and Karma: Understanding Consequences
Killing – How bad is your Karma? Not all killings are ‘equal’ in the sense of karmic consequence. The killing of humans is the most serious violation and receives the worst retribution. As for the ki
This text discusses how the karmic consequences of killing vary based on several factors, including the type and size of the animal, prior connections, and the intention behind the act. Killing humans
The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
"Bhikkhus," my duties that are of benefit and support to you are now complete. I now wish to remind you that the nature of all living creatures is impermanence and degeneration. Thus, you should conti
In Buddhism, carefulness is essential for maintaining virtue and reducing the chances of misconduct. As beings with limited lifespans, it is vital to perform wholesome actions. The state of mind influ
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
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Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
Suzanne Jeffrey " Meditation and concentration help us to discover and understand all of this. One of our jobs, as you well know, is to train the future leaders so that they will understand this, too
In this discourse, Suzanne Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of meditation and concentration in understanding Kamma, which refers to the actions we take and their intentions. We are tasked with trai
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master is a more coarse way to judge good and/or bad, we might not have the best way but at least people can live with one another. In addition to custom or tradition, we can a
The text explores how good and bad actions are judged in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of intention in determining Kamma. It reflects on the historical context of societal divisions due to misu
Understanding Kamma and Family Dynamics
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Understanding Kamma and Family Dynamics
…other earn the income to take care of us. He stays home and womanizes with the maid. Will I receive kammic retribution if I hate my father?" Luang Phaw gave this advice to the boy: It is already wrong that your father …
…addressing grievances about parental neglect, Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding kammic retribution. The boy expresses concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior, juxtaposed with insights on …
Understanding Merit in Buddhism
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Understanding Merit in Buddhism
…equences of a good deed are called 'fruits of merit' and the consequences of a bad deed are called 'kammic retribution. Basically, one is solely responsible for one's own actions. Fruits of merit and kammic retribution…
This text emphasizes the importance of giving alms to monks to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and meditation. It advises that both givers and receivers gain merit. It discusses the impact of
The Lord Buddha: A Model of Wisdom
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The Lord Buddha: A Model of Wisdom
…areness, and wisdom needed to solve problems in the right way. In the end, we will be free from the kammic retribution we now face. One of the two chief disciples of the Lord Buddha who excelled all others in psychic p…
…the Buddha as a role model. Ultimately, through wisdom and patience, individuals can overcome their kammic retribution and achieve freedom.
Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
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Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
…equences of a good deed are called ‘fruits of merit’ and the consequences of a bad deed are called ‘kammic retribution’. Basically, one is solely responsible for one’s own actions. Fruits of merit and kammic retributio…
Neglecting to teach children how to analyze negative news about monks leads to misconceptions and misunderstandings about Buddhism and the law of Kamma. When children generalize that all monks are mor
Understanding Karma and Retribution for Stealing and Sexual Misconduct
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Understanding Karma and Retribution for Stealing and Sexual Misconduct
The amount of effort put into the stealing -- The more effort put into the stealing, the more serious the retribution. According to the Law of Karma, all actions produce consequences, good or bad. Pu
การลงโทษจะต้องตรงกับอาชญากรรม อาชญากรรมการขโมยทำให้เกิดความทุกข์ให้ผู้อื่น ซึ่งการทำผิดที่ทำให้ผู้อื่นเดือดร้อนมากจะมีโทษที่รุนแรงกว่า อย่างเช่น ถ้าขโมยทำให้ผู้ถูกขโมยทุกข์ยากมาก จะถูกลงโทษหนัก เช่น อ
The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
"Bhikkhus,5 my duties that are of benefit and support to you are now complete. I now wish to remind you that the nature of all living creatures is impermanence and degenerat.ion. Thus, you should cont
In this discourse, it is emphasized that impermanence is a fundamental nature of all living beings. To be mindful and careful is paramount in avoiding recklessness, which can lead to misconduct. By di
Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
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Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
inner body has a mind in its own existence. The mind - the Dhamma - is like looking at ourselves in a dream within a dream within a dream. Each dream body has its own mind. In meditation, we must look
The inner body possesses its own mind, likening it to layered dreams. Meditation requires introspection; focusing inward cultivates true peace. Luang Por discusses the nature of dreams, highlighting c
Consequences of Breaking the Precepts
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Consequences of Breaking the Precepts
• The amount of effort used: the more effort used, the more serious the retribution Like other violations of Precepts, the most serious breach will result in the offender being punished in hell, or to
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของการรักษาศีล ประโยชน์ และผลกระทบหากมีการฝ่าฝืนโดยเฉพาะศีลข้อที่สามและสี่ ความพยายามในการรักษาศีลนำมาซึ่งความรักและความเคารพจากผู้อื่น ขณะที่การฝ่าฝืนจะส่งผลให้มีศัตรู และบ
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
Characteristics of a True Buddhist
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Characteristics of a True Buddhist
are like any of them and if we have performed our duties as true Buddhists yet or not. A true Buddhist must exhibit the following characteristics: 1) Belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment. It is t
This text examines the qualities necessary for being a true Buddhist, highlighting the importance of belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment, adherence to the 5 precepts, understanding of Kamma, and
Characteristics of a True Buddhist
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Characteristics of a True Buddhist
are like any of them and if we have performed our duties as true Buddhists yet or not. A true Buddhist must exhibit the following characteristics: 1) Belief in the Lord Buddha’s Enlightenment. It is
This text outlines the defining characteristics of a true Buddhist, emphasizing belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment, adherence to the 5 precepts, understanding the Law of Kamma, and maintaining
The Importance of Love and Discipline in Relationships
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The Importance of Love and Discipline in Relationships
This sacred union also serves as the path for the birth of virtuous people into this world to pursue Perfections. Since we exist in a world dominated by sensual pleasures, it is essential for us to re
การมีความรักก่อนความปรารถนาเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการสร้างครอบครัวที่มีคุณค่า พ่อและแม่มีบทบาทสำคัญในการสอนลูกให้มีระเบียบวินัยและเคารพกฎแห่งกรรม เพื่อหลีกเลี่ยงพฤติกรรมที่นำไปสู่ผลเสียในชีวิต พฤติกรรมที่ขาดร
Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
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Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
…other earn the income to take care of us. He stays home and womanizes with the maid. Will I receive kammic retribution if I hate my father?" Luang Phaw gave this advice to the boy: It is already wrong that your father…
In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their family. Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding familial roles and the moral respons
Solutions from Wisdom
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Solutions from Wisdom
8 III. SOLUTIONS FROM WISDOM 60 Meditation Is the Source of Wisdom 62 Abate the Severe Consequences 64 The Mind as an Origin 66 The Power of Merit 68 Succeed by Thought 70 Courage and Wisdom 72 Merit
This section presents various solutions derived from wisdom, emphasizing meditation as a source of insight. It discusses the importance of merit in overcoming challenges and understanding the nature o
Chand's Journey to the Afterlife and Meditation Mastery
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Chand's Journey to the Afterlife and Meditation Mastery
in meditation. Having achieved this high level of meditative attainment, Chand asked Thongsuk to show her how to traverse to the afterlife realms so that she could find her father. With Thongsuk’s hel
The text narrates the spiritual journey of Chand, who, through her meditative attainment, learns to navigate the afterlife realms to aid her father's redemption from hell. Utilizing her Dhammakaya Bod
Chand's Journey to Enlightenment and Teaching Dhamma
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Chand's Journey to Enlightenment and Teaching Dhamma
Having achieved this high level of meditative attainment, Chand asked Tongsuk to show her how to traverse to the afterlife realms so that she could find her father. With Tongsuk's help, Chand finally
Chand achieved a high level of meditative attainment and sought to find her father in the afterlife. With Tongsuk's help, she communicated with her father in a hell realm, assisting him in recalling h