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Elegance in Simplicity: The Chapel of Wat Phra Dhammikaya
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Elegance in Simplicity: The Chapel of Wat Phra Dhammikaya
Its simplicity in design was to ensure low-cost maintenance and yet is still able to keep its refined elegance. These buildings are symbols of Buddhism for people to come and pay homage to. The chapel
The chapel at Wat Phra Dhammikaya exemplifies low-cost maintenance with a refined design. Constructed using hand-selected materials, including high-quality concrete and locally sourced gravel, it stan
Evolution of Meditation Halls in Dhamma Practice
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Evolution of Meditation Halls in Dhamma Practice
The very first meditation hall, accommodating only 500 people (named ‘Catummaharajika’), was filled to its capacity in only 5 years. The number of people who attended the sermon grew at a very fast pa
The first meditation hall named 'Catummaharajika' quickly filled to capacity within five years. As attendance grew, even outdoor seating became necessary during ceremonies led by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
The Importance of Human Development in Buddhism
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The Importance of Human Development in Buddhism
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo realises that human beings are the most valuable natural resource and one of the most important factors for guiding society in the future. He focuses on developing human beings b
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo highlights that human beings are the most valuable natural resource for guiding society. By utilizing Buddhist knowledge, he focuses on developing the mind to uplift individuals
Cultivating Goodness in Education
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Cultivating Goodness in Education
A wise person who is highly educated may use knowledge and skills in the wrong way. For example, the use of advanced physics in the production of nuclear bombs during World War II has inflicted a perm
This text emphasizes the importance of combining education with morality to promote the wise use of knowledge. It highlights the Dhammadayada Training Programme, which uses Buddhist principles to inst
The Power of the Human Mind in Conflict and Peace
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The Power of the Human Mind in Conflict and Peace
The human mind has great power but if a person's mind is still constrained by greed, anger, and delusion, human beings will fight with, compete with, and exploit one another. In the long history of hu
The text discusses the significant role of the human mind in shaping conflicts and peace. It emphasizes that when the mind is influenced by greed, anger, and delusion, it leads to strife among humans,
Pursuit of Peace: Teachings for Inner Joy
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Pursuit of Peace: Teachings for Inner Joy
and the Atish Dipankar Peace Gold Award from the Bangladesh Bouddha Kristi Prachar Sangha in 2007, I, with dedicated students across the globe, would like to take this opportunity to express our delig
This book, dedicated to peace-seekers globally, shares teachings that inspire individuals to achieve inner joy and advocate for peace. With contributions from dedicated students, it presents practical
Tomorrow The World Will Change
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Tomorrow The World Will Change
Sure, here is the extracted text from the image: --- **Tomorrow The World Will Change** *The Common Human Goal* While we must admire and applaud the dedication of those who pursue peace, the trut
The text explores the ongoing pursuit of peace and happiness among diverse humanity. It emphasizes that real world peace remains unattained due to a lack of understanding of its true definition and ro
The Dream of World Peace
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The Dream of World Peace
Although we have long dreamed of world peace and of people living together in happiness, we still question whether this dream can ever be a reality. Consider that just 250 years ago, most people would
In a world where technological advancements were once unimaginable, the dream of world peace remains a question. Just 250 years ago, concepts like metal ships and space travel seemed impossible. Yet,
การกลั่นกรองธาตุในกายและใจ
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การกลั่นกรองธาตุในกายและใจ
ธาตุในกายและในใจดีถูกกลั่นให้บริสุทธิ์ขึ้นมาถึงระดับหนึ่ง แสดงผลออกมาตามหน้าตาด้อยอายยิ้มแย้มแม้มใล ความดีอันนี้ขึ้น ผิวพรสวยผุดผ่องงามสะอาดขึ้น อย่างนี้ไม่ใช่สมบูรณ์แล้ว ท่านเรียกว่า มนุสนเภว คือเป็น
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงการปรับคุณธรรมในร่างกายและจิตใจ สื่อถึงความดีที่สามารถปรับปรุงสภาพทางกายและจิตวิญญาณ ทำให้กลายเป็นมนุษย์ที่สูงส่งคล้ายเทพเจ้า การควบคุมอารมณ์และความคิดเป็นเรื่องสำคัญในการมีชีวิตที่มี
Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
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Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
As this is the inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest, I regard all of you who have agreed to participate as history-makers in the forging of World Peace in our world – you are pioneers in bringing fort
This inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest highlights participants as history-makers in promoting global peace. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual enlightenment, calling upon the merits of enlig
Dedication of the Phongsawasdi Family
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Dedication of the Phongsawasdi Family
Dedication May every family that reads this book, have happiness, success, and the resolve to always perform good deeds. We dedicate the merits accrued through every written word in this book, to ou
This dedication expresses heartfelt wishes for happiness and success for families reading the book. It honors the memory of ancestors Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi and all family members who have passed
The Path of Self-Training and Endurance
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The Path of Self-Training and Endurance
Those who have full knowledge, ability and goodness must follow only this path in order to train themselves to keep up with the world and its people, and not surrender to defilements. Surely, if you
This text discusses the necessity of self-training and mind control in overcoming bad habits and the challenges of life. It emphasizes the importance of endurance in dealing with natural hardships, ph
Mastering the Art of Handling Gossip and Compliments
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Mastering the Art of Handling Gossip and Compliments
When some people learn they are being gossiped about, they become so furious that they could kill the person who started the rumor. But if we know how to turn our ears into a wok handles, those words
Gossip can evoke strong emotions, but those who learn to disregard malicious words can achieve a peaceful mind. Compliments should be met with rationality rather than infatuation. The wisdom of our gr
Teaching Children Responsibility
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Teaching Children Responsibility
However, I recommend following the first two pieces of advice first: Your parents should reduce their allowances and have them help each other at tasks. Children won’t allow others to take advantage o
The text offers advice on teaching children responsibility by encouraging them to manage their own chores and collaborate with siblings. It stresses the importance of reducing allowances and fostering
Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
This question has prompted me to study Buddhism seriously, which has given me an understanding of life: 1. Death is not the end. We still have to be reborn indefinitely, as long as we have not rid o
This text delves into the principles of Buddhism, emphasizing the idea of rebirth and the impact of kamma on one’s life. It discusses the existence of hell and heaven based on one's deeds and the dive
Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
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Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
"for example, if we are certain of our integrity regarding our generosity, we can bless a person in this way: *With the truth of the alms I have offered to the monks all year long, may you have abunda
In this text, a senior monk shares insights on the importance of generosity and the practice of giving blessings. He emphasizes that those preparing for life's final chapter should cultivate good deed
Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
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Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
This is the OCR result from the image: --- This is the way of life that our Thai ancestors inherited long ago. However, how their heritages will be revived and supported depends on one major truth:
การฝึกฝนการมีจิตใจที่ไม่เก็บความแค้นผ่านการปฏิบัติธรรมที่เรียกว่า 'อุสาหะ' หรือ 'การยอมรับความทุกข์' เป็นวิธีหนึ่งที่แนวทางของบรรพบุรุษไทยชี้ให้เห็น เพื่อคืนค่าความเชื่อมโยงในครอบครัว โดยเริ่มจากการฝึ
The Importance of Cleanliness in Temples
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The Importance of Cleanliness in Temples
of their donations, going from 10 to 100 baht. If they had planned to donate 100 baht, they would increase the amount exponentially. Therefore, cleanliness is the most charming attribute of a temple.”
ความสะอาดเป็นคุณสมบัติที่ดึงดูดสำคัญที่สุดของวัด เมื่อผู้เข้าชมมาถึงวัดแห่งแรกที่พวกเขาสงสัยคือห้องน้ำ ดังนั้นการรักษาสถานที่ให้สะอาดจึงเป็นสิ่งสำคัญมาก การดูแลความสะอาดส่งผลต่อความสนใจของผู้บริจาคมาก
Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
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Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving kindness,
This text highlights the Buddha's approach to handling conflict, using love and understanding as tools for resolution. In facing a furious elephant, He spread loving kindness to expand hearts and fost
การฝึกปฏิบัติธรรมเพื่อความสุข
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การฝึกปฏิบัติธรรมเพื่อความสุข
๒๗ เมษายน ๒๕๖๖ ตามเวลาแล้ว ๔๙ วัน เวลาของการอบรม เดินทางไปกลุ่ม เมื่อสิ่งนี้เสร็จแล้ว เราจะเดินหน้าต่อไปอย่างๆ ชา ได้อะไร ที่ได้จาก ขี้อึ้ยก็เชื่อมั่นในสิ่งที่ได้ทำ ตลอดมานั้น สมที่ ปลูกคุณหรือ ยัง
บทความนี้พูดถึงการฝึกปฏิบัติธรรมเพื่อค้นพบความสุขในชีวิต โดยเน้นการมีสติและเรียนรู้จากประสบการณ์ทั้งในอดีตและปัจจุบัน สิ่งที่ได้จากธรรมชาติและการทำความเข้าใจในปัญหาที่เกิดขึ้นจะช่วยให้จิตใจสงบและมีควา