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Understanding the Five Precepts
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Understanding the Five Precepts
… Precepts came into existence. Hopefully when you grow up and begin to get angry at either small or large issues, this knowledge can help you control your temper. How did the First Precept, one shall not k…
In this explanation of the Five Precepts, the origin of the first precept, 'one shall not kill', is explored through a dialogue between a senior monk and children. The importance of self-love and the
Understanding the Five Precepts
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Understanding the Five Precepts
…ese lines of reasoning to contemplate. 1. Those that do not kill living creatures, be they small or large animals, or other human beings, have already earned the notable merit of giving security to all liv…
This passage discusses the significance of the Five Precepts in Buddhism, focusing on honesty and the consequences of lying. The text outlines how adherence to the first four precepts — not killing, s
Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
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Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
…ve and imitate them. "If we have never been trained to bow since we are young, we will grow up with large egos. Some snobbish people can't even recognize virtue in others. "These days we can see that lots …
การสอนให้เด็กมีสมาธิและความเคารพต่อผู้อื่นตั้งแต่ยังเล็กเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการพัฒนาบุคลิกภาพและคุณธรรมในสังคม โดยการใช้แบบอย่างที่ดี เช่น การพูดสุภาพ การเคารพผู้ใหญ่ และการฝึกสมาธิ จะช่วยให้เด็กมีทัศนคติท
Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
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Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
…, false speech, intoxicants causing heedlessness, untimely eating, entertainment and cosmetics, and large luxurious couches or mattresses. The Warm Hearted Family 326 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence The W…
The text discusses the qualities of 'Fruitful Persons,' elderly individuals who exemplify self-sufficiency and altruism. They live by Buddhist principles, offer alms, adhere to precepts, and meditate
Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
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Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
…ya Temple was being attacked simultaneously from all media fronts. Many critics predicted that this large Temple, with an area over 3,200,000 square meters or approximately 1,000 acres, would empty very so…
ในเดือนตุลาคม 1998 เกิดขึ้นในไทยเหตุการณ์ทางพุทธศาสนาที่สำคัญ วัดธรรมกายที่มีพื้นที่มากกว่า 3,200,000 ตารางเมตรเผชิญกับการโจมตีจากสื่อโดยเฉพาะในช่วงเวลาที่เศรษฐกิจไทยเสื่อมถอย แต่กลับไม่สูญพันธุ์ตามที
The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
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The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
…we can imagine how they would feel about our careless disregard for the old temples they built. The large number of old temples being abandoned made me wonder: How much longer will Buddhism survive in Thai…
This text reflects on the future of Buddhism in Thailand, especially regarding the increasing number of abandoned temples. It emphasizes the importance of the Dhammakaya Temple and its ability to with
Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
…rdance with the monastic discipline. A senior monk once stated that, "Buddhism can be compared to a large pond; whoever reaches it and bathes himself will be clean. However, whoever reaches it and does not…
When faith in Buddhism wanes, respect for monks declines, leading to a stagnation of temple activities. Negative portrayals of monks can mislead the public; thus, critical thinking is essential. The S
The Importance of Merit in Success
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The Importance of Merit in Success
…ilure is a result of luck or misfortune. What actually determines our fate is merit. Despite having large sums of capital and keenness in business, sometimes we fail because we do not have enough merit. Wi…
Merit is fundamental to achieving happiness and success in life. In the business realm, decision-making carries significant weight, where a simple 'yes' or 'no' can greatly impact one's career. Many i
Luang Por Dhammajayo: Spiritual Leader of Dhammakaya Temple
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: Spiritual Leader of Dhammakaya Temple
176 LUANG POR DHAMMAJAYO VENERABLE DHAMMAJAYO BHIKKHU b. 1944 Luang Por Dhammajayo is the abbot of Dhammakaya Temple and the president of the Dhammakaya Foundation in Thailand. He was born Chaibul Sut
…a. His teachings focus on meditation and the spread of Buddhist principles, which have influenced a large number of followers both in Thailand and internationally. Under his leadership, the Dhammakaya Temp…
Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
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Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
… logic easy to grasp and put into practice. In addition, Thai culture and language has a relatively large amount of words and phrases that refer to the functions of the human mind, more so than most wester…
This text discusses the simplicity of dualistic thinking in Thai culture and the rich linguistic resources that explain human cognition. It emphasizes that terms often linked to Buddhism should be tre
The Power of Boonya and Meditation
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The Power of Boonya and Meditation
…ditation will necessarily enable us to become materially rich or eternally happy. Intention plays a large part in the concept of boonya. For example, a teacher who teaches because s/he loves the act of tea…
Meditation helps clarify the mind and can be practiced by anyone. Good deeds, or boonya, accumulate positive energy that leads to happiness and stability. The intention behind actions matters signific
Raising Children: Impact of Globalization on Parenting
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Raising Children: Impact of Globalization on Parenting
…ys: social, economic, political, cultural, linguistic and even medical. Surprisingly, even with the large forces of global change at hand, it is the knowledge, ability and compassion of parents who raise i…
In an increasingly globalized world, the interconnectedness of societies influences parenting techniques and child development. The capacity of parents to nurture intelligent and moral children plays
Creating Harmony Within the Family
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Creating Harmony Within the Family
Part Four: Harmony Within the Family In a large family, when people do not eat dinner together, there is a tendency toward disassociation and disag…
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของการรับประทานอาหารเย็นร่วมกันในครอบครัวใหญ่เพื่อสร้างความสามัคคี หากสมาชิกในครอบครัวไม่สามารถรับประทานอาหารร่วมกัน จะส่งผลให้เกิดความรู้สึกโดดเดี่ยวและไม่พอใจได้ ซึ่งเด็กที
Harmony Within the Family
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Harmony Within the Family
…nd die, we will trust that our children will be excellent caretakers of our estates, both small and large. They will prepare for their own funerals with accumulated savings, performing their own boonya-mak…
ในส่วนที่สี่ของหนังสือ เนื้อหาเกี่ยวกับความสำคัญของการปลูกฝังความกตัญญูในบุตรหลาน โดยการนำคุณงามความดีของบิดามารดามาเป็นแบบอย่าง เพื่อให้พวกเขาเคารพและดูแลเราอย่างเท่าเทียมกัน เราควรเตรียมพร้อมที่จะเป
Glossary of Dhamma Terms
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Glossary of Dhamma Terms
…ht Precepts: eight rules of conduct that we can choose to live by which build character and produce large amounts of boonya; They include: not killing any living creature, not stealing, no sexual misconduc…
This appendix provides definitions for crucial terms related to Dhamma, including the meaning of Dhama, the significance of giving sermons, the process of forming right outlooks, and the concept of su
Meditation and Family Life in Japan
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Meditation and Family Life in Japan
…sustain their own lives. Working life in Japan is quite stressful. The company that I work for is a large and famous company, so employees have to work hard for the company. I cannot help but feel immense …
In Japan, where technology thrives yet the suicide rate is high, meditation is crucial for mental well-being. I meditate daily to cope with workplace stress, which can negatively affect family life. J
Meditation for Success in Career and Life
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Meditation for Success in Career and Life
…at meditation brings to learning, it also helps to balance us as we pursue a career. Work creates a large amount of stress and anxiety which can lead to ill health. To work at a job which makes you miserab…
Meditation is a powerful tool that leads us to success in both the material and spiritual realms. In our endeavors, we are advised to pause and engage in meditation before taking action, ensuring mind
Journey to Joy: The Role of Meditation in Healthcare
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Journey to Joy: The Role of Meditation in Healthcare
…tients, many of whom have problems which go beyond disease, and enter into the realm of the mind. A large percentage of people who are at hospitals have co-existing mental illness. Thus, neither their mind…
The text discusses the benefits of meditation in a healthcare setting, particularly in maintaining focus in sterile environments and fostering empathy towards patients. The author shares personal expe
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy mind returned to the centre of my body, as I had been taught. A large Dhammakaya image appeared, expanded and covered my body like a giant tree. He looked at me with lov…
ในเรื่องนี้, ผู้เขียนบรรยายถึงประสบการณ์การเปลี่ยนแปลงชีวิตผ่านการทำสมาธิ โดยเน้นถึงพลังในการปกป้องของภาพพระธรรมกายและความกตัญญูต่อครูของพวกเขา ผู้เขียนแบ่งปันว่าเป็นเวลากว่าสี่ปีที่พวกเขาได้ทำสมาธิ แ
Journey to Joy: Overcoming Hard Times
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Journey to Joy: Overcoming Hard Times
… inevitable happened, one of the companies I worked for forced me into bankruptcy due to owing me a large amount of money. As I had always worked very hard and to a very high standard, I felt that I did no…
This excerpt details a challenging period in the author's life filled with financial difficulties and personal struggles. The author describes how a heavy workload and neglecting meditation led to ban