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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle: Choice of Words
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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle: Choice of Words
ELEMENTS OF BUDDHIST LIFESTYLE 55.Choice of Words Words that hinder others' stillness and peacefulness of mind should never pass our lips. Much less comments that discourage others from practising med
This text emphasizes the importance of choosing words that foster stillness and peace in others. It suggests avoiding comments that discourage meditation and instead encourages speaking positively to
Journey to Joy: Embracing Buddhism and Meditation
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Journey to Joy: Embracing Buddhism and Meditation
Journey to Joy 194 that my services as a builder could be useful in the conversion of the Brookwood Chapel into a Meditation Centre. So, I offered my services and started work. My work involved stayin
…ipating in ceremonies and integrating meditation into daily life. The author highlights significant lifestyle changes, including quitting smoking and drinking, and adopting the five precepts, leading to wiser decision…
Educating Children on Frugality and Television Use
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Educating Children on Frugality and Television Use
a reality, parents must set a good example by practicing the 8 Precepts along with them. Keeping the 8 Precepts will help children develop frugality and guide them to wisely use the 4 requisites in th
In today's fast-paced world, it's crucial for parents to set a good example by practicing the 8 Precepts with their children. This approach encourages frugality and wise management of resources, leadi
Raising Children: The Impact of Entertainment on Behavior
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Raising Children: The Impact of Entertainment on Behavior
Part Two: Raising Children or holidays, to help with their own educational fund. While we are encouraging our child to save money, also encourage them to have friends who spend their money wisely, and
In today's fast-paced world, parents often struggle to find time for their children, sometimes resorting to TV as a babysitter. This can lead to negative behavioral changes in children, who may absorb
Transformative Training: Mind and Body Development
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Transformative Training: Mind and Body Development
Train constantly and you will see changes This training method appears to be a beginner's lesson. But we can train this way constantly, at all times and in all positions by imagining a clear, bright
Continuous training can lead to incredible changes in both body and mind. By embodying a consistent practice, visualizing a crystal ball, and using a mantra, anyone can foster gradual improvements in
Wisdom of Luang Phaw: Sayings on Meditation and Life
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Wisdom of Luang Phaw: Sayings on Meditation and Life
Preface This is a collection of some of the sayings given by Luang Phaw the period 1988-2000. It must be said that this book is one of the first examples of his work to appear in English. The book's c
This book features a compilation of sayings by Luang Phaw from 1988-2000, marking one of the first appearances of his teachings in English. Initially published in Thai as 'Kong Kwan' in 2000, the sele
The Shift in Enlightenment Concept in Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras
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The Shift in Enlightenment Concept in Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras
As demonstrated, the Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras changed a concept of enlightenment from "adapting a monastic lifestyle and practicing meditation extremely" to "accumulating good karma in daily life." This
The Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras redefined the concept of enlightenment in Buddhism, moving away from the traditional focus on monastic practices and extreme meditation. Instead, it emphasized the importance
The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
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The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
When your body breaks down it becomes sick. Illness of the body only affects the inflicted individual. However, when the mind is sick, many are affected. Meditation keeps the mind and body in harmony.
Meditation plays a crucial role in maintaining both mental and physical health. While physical illness primarily affects the individual, mental illness can have broader impacts. Meditation fosters hap
Understanding Merit and the Law of Cause and Effect
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Understanding Merit and the Law of Cause and Effect
Merit Results We benefit from merit in four levels: 1. The mind -- improving the quality and the potentiality of the mind. 2. The personality -- improving our demeanor and the way we project oursel
Merit affects our lives on four levels: mental improvement, personality enhancement, lifestyle benefits, and societal contributions. The Law of Karma states every action has a corresponding consequenc
The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
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The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
self-destructive behavioural vices as drinking, nightlife, too much indulgence in sensual pleasure, gambling, associating with bad company, and laziness. These actions may not necessarily be considere
This text highlights various self-destructive behaviors such as excessive drinking, nightlife, and indulgence in pleasures that can lead to addiction and negative life outcomes. It warns against assoc
World Peace through Inner Peace
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World Peace through Inner Peace
W O R L D P E A C E T h e G l o b i n n e r P E A C E MAJOR EVENTS LIGHT New Year Retreat At the New Year weekend, the Dhammakaya Foundation traditionally organizes a three-day meditation retr
The Dhammakaya Foundation hosts a three-day meditation retreat during the New Year weekend, offering participants a chance to learn meditation in a serene environment. This program promotes a simple l
Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
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Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
Upasikaratnam (Female Lay - Follower) Ordination Programme The programme was organized to commemorate the Thai National Mother's Day and to dedicate merit to Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand on the a
The Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme, organized on Thai National Mother's Day, celebrated Her Majesty the Queen's birthday on August 12, 1998. The event attracted nearly 200,000 female participants,
Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
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Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
82 Glossary 1.The Perfections [paramita] are virtues such as generosity, self- discipline, renunciation, wisdom, patience, perseverance, sincerity, resolution, loving-kindness and equanimity. Pursuit
The text outlines key Buddhist concepts, primarily focusing on the Perfections (paramita) like generosity and wisdom, and the importance of a clear life purpose for meditators. It emphasizes the lifes
Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
ELEMENTS OF BUDDHIST LIFESTYLE 64.Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya¹4 is going to be a great merit because it will allow us to get the upper hand in the struggle ag
The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya is a significant event in the Buddhist lifestyle, representing a merit that aids practitioners in overcoming Mara. It symbolizes the pursuit of the Unive
Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
ELEMENTS OF BUDDHIST LIFESTYLE 57.Things Worth Saying The nature of the arahants is to speak only the truth - which is of true benefit. Anything which is not true or which is of no benefit, they keep
This text highlights important elements of a Buddhist lifestyle, emphasizing the significance of speaking truthfully like arahants, the necessity of exercise for health, and the importance of gratitud
The Path to Dhamma: Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
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The Path to Dhamma: Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
Contents Acknowledgements Foreword. 4 • 5 Preface⚫ 6 AIM IN LIFE. 9 THE IMPORTANCE OF DHAMMAKAYA • 19 REASONS TO MEDITATE. 27 MEDITATION TECHNIQUE ⚫ 37 MAINTAINING MEDITATION IN EVERYDAY LIFE⚫ 57 ELEM
This book explores the principles of Dhammakaya meditation, emphasizing its importance in achieving a peaceful mind and integrating meditation into daily practices. It offers insights into the lifesty
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
Wisdom a refined body within me, purer and wiser than my physical self was. Seeing the Dhammakaya body makes me feel calm, peaceful and happy, like nothing else. It is happiness beyond what anyone or
This text describes the profound effects of meditation and visualization of the Dhammakaya body on the author's life. It highlights the transformation from an anxious, irritated individual to one who
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy the majority of my customers are able to give up their resistance against their own parents, spouse or children. A lot of them meet the challenge of developing solutions even for the 'h
In 'Journey to Joy,' the author shares insights on helping individuals overcome familial and relational resistance. The focus is on providing engaging workshops to teach inner peace and social success
Guiding Children Away from Negative Influences
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Guiding Children Away from Negative Influences
make sound judgments whether they should or should not do something. 2. Keeping your children away from Apayamukha. In the event where the children are already addicted to Apayamukha, the only way to
This text discusses the role of parents in guiding their children away from negative influences such as addiction to substances. It emphasizes the importance of open communication without anger, teach
Navigating Chastity in Marriage
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Navigating Chastity in Marriage
she was at the level of a Sotapanna (Stream-Enterer), one who attained the first stage of holiness. As a married woman, she performed the duties of a good wife and had 20 children (10 sons and 10 daug
This text discusses the complexities of living a chaste life while fulfilling marital duties. It highlights the experiences of notable figures like a Sotapanna woman, Pipphali and Bhaddakapilani, and