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…f self-mortification and turned instead to the experimentation of pure meditation practice. *The Enlightenment* He sat himself under a Bodhi Tree and was determined to sit on that ‘immovable spot’ until …

…ransformative journey of Prince Siddhartha in his quest for understanding suffering and achieving enlightenment. Over the course of several visits to the village, he encounters the harsh realities of life:…

… Siddhattha Gotama but those of the Buddha: the ‘One Who is Awake’, the ‘One Who Knows’... he was enlightened! Siddhattha became a Buddha at the age of 35. *The Great Teacher* For the next forty-five ye…

…otama, who realized that life is a cycle of birth, aging, sickness, and death, culminating in his enlightenment as the Buddha. At dawn, he perceived the universe anew, transcending worldly attachments and …

When the people of Alavi heard that the Teacher had come, they went to the monastery and invited him to be their guest. That maiden also heard that he had come, and her heart was filled with joy at th

…s face when balancing duty and desire, and the importance of honoring one's commitments. For more enlightening stories, visit dmc.tv.

…as themselves. 2. Right Thought - to think without selfishness, anger and cruelty; to consider the plight of others with sympathy and understanding. 3. Right Speech - to speak the truth, not to gossip or s…

…cusses the origin of suffering, which stems from attachment to desire and worldly pleasures. It highlights that suffering ceases when such attachments are released. The Noble Eightfold Path is presented as…

Khandha 5 Five Aggregates (elements, attributes of being) 1. Rupa form, physical self, body. Rupa is made up of earth, water, air, fire (heat) 2. Vedana feeling, is one of pleasant, unpleasant, ne

…nduct, lying, gossiping, ill speech, idle chatter, envy, vengeance, and wrong views. Lastly, it highlights the Brahmavihara or the Four Lofty States of Mind, which are Metta (loving-kindness), Karuna (comp…

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

…ed or accidental, also influences the severity of the retribution. Ultimately, the consequences highlight the moral complexities surrounding acts of killing and the long-lasting implications for the perpet…

Powerless - being jealous in others' success; having ill will High social standing - being respectful to the virtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; la

… but also fosters a harmonious relationship with the world. Humility and respect for others are highlighted as vital attributes that garner goodwill, and offering assistance to others can multiply good act…

GENROSITY Types of generosity (Danavatthusutta) There are different motives why charitable giving is done: • Giving to gain favor – Giving because we expect something in return. It is not a genuine

…rit from giving, it should come from pure intentions rather than self-interest. Danavatthusutta highlights these distinctions to guide individuals towards more meaningful acts of generosity, encouraging a …

* What is a mind without a body? A ghost. * What is a body without a mind? A corpse. * The mind and body must function in good balance and harmony. - A body with healthy mind = intelligent, alert, m

…etween mind and body, emphasizing that both must coexist in harmony for optimal functioning. It highlights the necessity of mental care akin to physical care, addressing the underutilization of our mental …

…pacity. The power and intensity of a pure, focused mind is likened to the power and intensity of sunlight when applied to a single point through magnification. Focused sunlight becomes powerful enough to b…

… mind, allowing it to refresh and perform optimally. A focused mind is powerful, akin to focused sunlight. With over 3,000 years of history, meditation has proven beneficial and remains relevant today. Vis…

36 Buddha Meema the Buddha expounded a discourse in appreciation (anumodana). At the end of the discourse, Mahadhana the merchant attained sŏtapatti fruition. He followed the Buddha for some distance

…ortality shortly after. This text illustrates how ignorance leads to false security in life and highlights the importance of understanding the inevitability of death. It reflects on the distractions that a…

…hammakaya meditation tradition. Members of the Dhammakaya Movement believe that the Buddha became enlightened by attaining Dhammakaya, and that knowledge of this was lost 500 years after the Buddha entered…

… 1914, and it has since influenced many followers worldwide. The Dhammakaya Movement teaches that enlightenment can be achieved through attaining Dhammakaya, a state of understanding believed to have been …

…y (astral body or subtle body) and which go successively deeper layers until reaching the body of enlightenment (Dhammakaya) of the arahaht - the number of bodies totaling eighteen. Five Eyes of the Buddh…

…d on the Five Eyes of the Buddha and their corresponding inner bodies, culminating in the body of enlightenment (Dhammakaya) of the arahaht. The meditator progresses through various jhana levels and attain…

…s, in Dhammakaya meditation, the Buddha’s words are taken literally as seeing one’s inner body of enlightenment which is in the form of a Buddha sitting in meditation.

…es the teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing that one who truly sees Dhamma sees the Buddha, and highlights the importance of realizing one's inner body of enlightenment during Dhammakaya meditation. The te…

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เรื่องราวนี้เกี่ยวกับความสำคัญของแม่ผู้สนับสนุนลูกชายในการเรียนรู้ด้านศิลปะ แม้ว่าครอบครัวจะมีความยากจน แม่ยังคงเป็นผู้ที่สนับสนุนและสร้างแรงบันดาลใจเขา วันหนึ่งแม่ได้พบเห็ดที่สวยงามในป่าและนำมาชวนลูก

…ritual teacher sitting cross-legged in front of a decorated figure that appears to be a Buddha or enlightened figure, with several monks or monks-in-training seated on the ground, in what looks like a peac…

…in-training absorb the teachings, reflecting the essence of spiritual learning and the pursuit of enlightenment in a peaceful environment. The scene emphasizes the significance of meditation and the monk's…

6 The Story of Venerable Tissa While residing at the Jetavana Monastery the Buddha spoke this verse with reference to Venerable Tissa. The story goes that a certain youth of respectable family, who

…, after receiving a coarse robe-cloth, worked with his sister to create a finer robe. This tale highlights themes of devotion, craftsmanship, and community support among monks, illustrating the importance …

28 OCTOBER Kasiha Readam After the discourse, Tambadathika accompanied Venerable Sariputta for some distance and then returned home. On his way home a cow (actually a demon in the guise of a cow) g

…trating the profound impact of Dhamma. The monks ponder the significance of one word of wisdom, highlighting that even a brief insight can lead to immense spiritual benefit. This story emphasizes the trans…

While residing at the Jefavana Monastery in Savatthi, the Buddha spoke this verse, with reference to Dhammika, a lay disciple. Once there lived in Savatthi, a lay disciple by the name of Dhammika, wh

…y embodied these values. On his deathbed, Dhammika requested the Sangha to recite sacred texts, highlighting his dedication to Buddhist practices. This story illustrates the importance of charity, virtue, …