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The Importance of Collective Care in Temples
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The Importance of Collective Care in Temples
to the temple, they do so after making a wish and a resolution. Therefore, when a monk uses any of these items, he does so upon the good faith and respect of common people. If you show disregard for
This text discusses the shared responsibility between monks and laypeople in maintaining temple property. It highlights the importance of respect for items used in religious practice and how neglect c
Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
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Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
When later in life he met Khun Yai Ajahn he learned of the three levels of life’s goals and became further motivated by the realization that all human beings are prisoners on ‘Death Row’, this knowled
The text discusses a man's journey after meeting Khun Yai Ajahn, discovering life’s goals, and understanding that humans are prisoners on 'Death Row.' He learns that sharing knowledge can illuminate t
Making Resolutions for Virtuous Living
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Making Resolutions for Virtuous Living
…ring ceremonies; may I be born with good health and a strong body that is free of illness to live a long life, and to leave this world happy at the time of death. *Fools* (palai): spiritually defective person…
การทำบุญถือเป็นโอกาสที่ดีในการตั้งปณิธาน เพื่อให้เราได้อยู่ห่างจากคนที่ไม่ดีและมีชีวิตที่บริสุทธิ์ในทุกช่วงชีวิต การตั้งปณิธานนี้รวมถึงการสร้างความเข้าใจในธรรมะ การมีสุขภาพที่ดี และสามารถทำบุญได้อย่าง
The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
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The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
No matter how many material possessions we may have accumulated, none of them can be taken with us upon our departure from this world. All of them will be left behind. The only possession we can take
No matter how many material possessions we have accumulated, we can only take our spiritual wealth with us. This wealth is built through merits which last through many lifetimes. In this brief discuss
Truth for the Family: Cultivating Boonya
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Truth for the Family: Cultivating Boonya
Part Five: Truth for the Family boonya. Many people choose to observe the Eight Precepts one day (or even seven days) a week on a regular long-term basis. 3. Meditation. This is the best way to purify
Part Five focuses on the significance of boonya, achieved through daily practices like generosity, observing Eight Precepts, and meditation. Following a routine enhances mental purity, leading to joyf
The Essential Role of Teachers in Education
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The Essential Role of Teachers in Education
knowledge or science in a way that encourages absorption while correctly and clearly conveying the subject matter to the pupil. To be skilled in the art of teaching, teachers must not only deliver the
Teachers play a crucial role in shaping students by blending academic knowledge with moral guidance. A clear understanding of their responsibilities can empower teachers to produce not only intelligen
The Power of a Purified Mind
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The Power of a Purified Mind
85. PURIFIED MIND As I converse with various people, I keep my mind always in its purified state, always centered in merit and in Dhamma. No greed, anger, or nonsense are allowed to defile me. In the
The text discusses the significance of maintaining a purified mind focused on merit and Dhamma. It emphasizes the importance of compassion in understanding others' suffering while acknowledging that e
Understanding the First Two Precepts of Buddhism
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Understanding the First Two Precepts of Buddhism
…nemies, and will not suffer a violent death • You will not be plagued by illness • You will enjoy a long life. 2. Stealing — Breaking the Second Precept Stealing is the act of taking possession of something w…
…zes the importance of not killing, which leads to various physical and mental benefits, including a long life and good health. Meanwhile, the Second Precept addresses stealing, outlining what constitutes theft…
The Balance of Mind and Body
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The Balance of Mind and Body
* 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
The text discusses the intricate relationship between mind and body, emphasizing that both must coexist in harmony for optimal functioning. It highlights the necessity of mental care akin to physical
How to Meditate: Visualizing and Practicing
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How to Meditate: Visualizing and Practicing
How to Meditate? Monica Are you picturing your son at home or somewhere else? : Right now I have to concentrate more to visualize it really well. It's at home, yes. Luang Phaw: So, try picturing your
In this dialogue between Monica and Luang Phaw, Monica seeks guidance on meditation techniques. Luang Phaw encourages her to visualize her son clearly, noting that a strong mental image helps in pract
How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
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How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
How to Meditate? Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por 64 Are you picturing your son at home or somewhere else? : Right now I have to concentrate more to visualize it rea
In this text, the author discusses the importance of visualization in meditation. A conversation reveals how the ability to concentrate and picture a loved one's face can aid in the meditation process
The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
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The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
36 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST restoring a balance of power that is not entirely dependent on a long-term, large U.S. military presence with its financial costs and negative political perceptions in the regi
This text discusses the changing power dynamics in the Middle East, particularly the region's responses to Iranian influence and the evolving role of the U.S. Historically reliant on American support,
Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
38 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST must be clearly defined; in the Middle East, the concept of democracy promotion has fluctuated from aggressive rhetoric of regime overthrow at one extreme to small, little noti
The text discusses the fluctuating concept of democracy promotion in the Middle East, highlighting the confusion between promoting democracy and regime overthrow. It emphasizes the need for the U.S. t
Meetings with a Dhama Master
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Meetings with a Dhama Master
Meetings with a Dhama Master Meeting #15 08 March 2010 - Saphaa Upasika Kaew Training is one of the most remarkable experiences in which I have participated at the Wat. Here we are, all 8,000 of us
In March 2010, 8,000 women gathered at the Saphaa for a week-long nun-like training at Wat. The experience includes meditation in large communal spaces, where participants wear distinct uniforms. Thou
Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
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Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
T HE FUTURE There is still a long way to in the promotion of social harmony and everlasting peace in the world because the scale of the task is enormous and there is no previous perfect example which
The future holds the possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedication. The Dhammakaya Foundation plays a crucial role in offering education in virtue and medita
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
The Tusita Realm stands out among celestial realms as the abode of verified Bodhisattas destined to achieve enlightenment as Buddhas in the future. It also houses celestial beings gathering merit to b
การเป็นคนดีและความสำคัญของการเป็นมนุษย์
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การเป็นคนดีและความสำคัญของการเป็นมนุษย์
“ผมอยากจะเป็นคนดี อยากมีชีวิตการแต่งงานและมีลูกที่ดี อยากมีเพื่อนที่ดี อยากประสบความสำเร็จในชีวิตการเมือง และอยากเขียนหนังสือดีเยี่ยมสักหนึ่งเล่ม” ผมจะเป็นคนดีหรือไม่นั้น แน่นอนว่าเป็นหน้าที่ของพระเจ้
ในหนังสือ “My Life” บิล คลินตันได้สะท้อนถึงความปรารถนาที่จะเป็นคนดี มีชีวิตแต่งงานที่ดี มีเพื่อนที่ดี และประสบความสำเร็จในชีวิตการเมือง เขาชี้ให้เห็นว่าการมีเพื่อนที่ดีช่วยผลักดันเขาจนก้าวขึ้นสู่ตำแหน
Lovely Love: A Guide to Universal Love
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Lovely Love: A Guide to Universal Love
This book Lovely Love will give you precious insight about love in different aspects. It will also serve as a guide that will help to develop one's love to be more beautiful and complete, whether it i
The book 'Lovely Love' offers insights into various aspects of love, guiding readers to develop deeper and more beautiful connections with others and themselves. Universal love, described as pure and
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
Understanding Buddhist Perspectives
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Understanding Buddhist Perspectives
Background provides the fundamentals of Buddhist views. We have obtained permission from Luang Phaw Dhammajayo to publish this book. A survey in Norway has revealed that there are many things people s
This text discusses fundamental Buddhist perspectives on various life questions, such as human birth, family life, the practice of monk's celibacy, and afterlife beliefs. It highlights insights gained