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Eastern Han Buddhist Meditation and Daoism
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Eastern Han Buddhist Meditation and Daoism
Eastern Han Buddhist meditation and Daoism By the middle of the first century CE, a Buddhist community was already in existence in China, and growing. The arrival of translators from Central Asia and
By the first century CE, Buddhism had begun to take root in China, with translators arriving from Central Asia and India to convert texts into Chinese. They initially faced challenges in accurately co
Exploring the Essence of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Exploring the Essence of Dhammakaya Meditation
TABLE OF CONTENTS 6 A Moral Hero 14 Luang Por’s Story 36 Phramongkolthepmuni Discoverer of the Dhammakaya Meditation Method 46 Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong Founder of Wat Phra Dhammakay
This text provides an overview of the Dhammakaya meditation method, highlighting significant figures such as Luang Por and Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong. It elaborates on various aspects of meditation,
The Journey to Enlightenment: Sodh Chandasaro's Transformation
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The Journey to Enlightenment: Sodh Chandasaro's Transformation
PHRAMONGKOLTHEPMUNI 43 the beginning of the path to spiritual attainment. He was overjoyed. Even the midday meal tasted extraordinary delicious that day. He looked forward to continuing a long medit
In this text, Sodh Chandasaro embarks on a profound meditation session, making a resolute vow to attain enlightenment similar to the Lord Buddha. As he meditates in front of the main Buddha statue, he
Meditation Centers in the United Kingdom and North America
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Meditation Centers in the United Kingdom and North America
UNITED KINGDOM Wat Phra Dhammakaya London 2 Brushfield Way, Knaphill Woking, Surrey, GU21 2TG United Kingdom Tel: +44(0)1483-489633 +44(0)1483-475757 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dhammakaya
This text outlines various meditation centers located in the United Kingdom and North America, including contact information and locations. In the UK, highlights include Wat Phra Dhammakaya London, Wa
The Importance of Meditation in Education
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The Importance of Meditation in Education
but teach them how to respond to everyone around them using those characteristics. We have an educational environment that is conducive to learning – and a joyful and peaceful one as well. “All of th
This text discusses how meditation enhances the teaching process by creating a peaceful and productive classroom atmosphere. It emphasizes the need for teachers to be trained in meditation to better r
The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
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The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
Suzanne Jeffrey tions, although in the beginning of our life, when we are developing our habits, our six directions give us total input - in other words, we are in-taking all the information that wil
This text discusses the importance of self-development through six directions, emphasizing the role of ethical living and the teachings of Buddha in understanding one's mind and actions. It highlights
Taming the Mind to Raise its Quality
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Taming the Mind to Raise its Quality
TAMING THE MIND TO RAISE ITS QUALITY Meditation is a legacy passed down from the wisdom of the ancients. The ancients recognized the need to preserve the quality of the mind and placed more importanc
Meditation is an ancient practice aimed at preserving the mind's quality over material wealth. The ancients knew that true prosperity lies in inward focus, connecting with the center of our being. By
Embracing Meditation for Perfection
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Embracing Meditation for Perfection
56. TO SUCCESSFULLY PURSUE PERFECTIONS, ONE NEED TO EMBRACE MEDITATION We were born to pursue virtues. Strive to perform good deeds. If you wish to successfully pursue Perfections, you need to “attac
In the pursuit of Perfections, one must focus on mental development rather than attachment to people. Meditation serves as a vital practice to overcome false views and achieve personal merit. As exper
Understanding Dhamma and the Path to Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhamma and the Path to Enlightenment
Attaining Dhamma: meditative attainment; a state of absorption in meditation where the mind achieves super insight and knowledge; knowing and seeing according to the truths. Attaining the Dhammakaya:
This text discusses fundamental Buddhist concepts including Dhamma, a state of meditative attainment leading to super insight, and the Dhammakaya, the Body of Enlightenment. It highlights Buddha's rol
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
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Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
gratitude; there is life after death; heavens and hells exist, and enlightenment is attainable. Dharma *Dharma* (Pali, Dhamma) has many meanings: the Truth, the way of the Nature, the right way of l
Dharma, meaning Truth and the way of Nature, is central to Buddhism. Buddhists are guided by three main practices: doing good, avoiding evil, and purifying the mind through meditation. They adhere to
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
Meditation Insights from a Norwegian Interview
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Meditation Insights from a Norwegian Interview
Interview to do meditation in Norway for 5 minutes a day, and then when we are hooked, we will not stop. Then we will do more. Luang Phaw: Certainly, when you get hooked, nobody can stop you. It's up
In this insightful interview, Luang Phaw emphasizes the transformative power of meditation, encouraging a daily practice even if only for five minutes. Monica shares her experience of seeking calm aft
The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
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The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
For example, if there were statements about constructing a Dhamma Hall or a monk's shelter soon, then this must happen. In short, the temple must produce results as soon as it can. Thus, the first sac
The teachings of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam emphasize three sacred formulas essential for temple prosperity: cleanliness, diligent teaching of Dhamma, and frequent meditation practice. Cleanliness is vital
Meditation for Mental Strength
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Meditation for Mental Strength
ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VXIV Meditation for Mental Strength We must practice meditation in order to attain true happiness, which will arise only when we bring our minds back within ourselves. When our
Meditation is essential for achieving true happiness by calming the mind and fostering an inner sense of contentment. It promotes positive thoughts and actions, enabling us to overcome obstacles and r
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s Meditation Societies
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s Meditation Societies
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s Meditation Societies We welcome you to meditate for peace at our meditation societies located worldwide: Dhammakaya Temple 23/2 Mu 7, Khlong Sam, Khlong Luang Pathum Thani 12
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s meditation societies invite you to join in collective meditation practices aimed at promoting peace worldwide. Located in various countries, our main temple is at Dhammakaya Te
The Search for a Teacher
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The Search for a Teacher
The Search for a Teacher In 1963, at the age of nineteen, he was preparing to take the entrance examination for university-level studies. The young man made a decision to go to Wat Paknam Bhasicharoe
In 1963, a nineteen-year-old man sought to study Dhammakaya Meditation at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen but could not find Khun Mae Acariya Chandra. Despite passing his university entrance exam and returnin
Types of Meditation
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Types of Meditation
78 MEDITATION TYPES OF MEDITATION Buddhist texts, such as the Visuddhimagga¹, describe forty different methods of practice. All of them have the same goal: to train the mind to be still and to attain
Buddhist texts, like the Visuddhimagga, outline 40 meditation methods with the same goal of mastering the mind to achieve Buddhahood. Meditation can be categorized into three types: positioning the mi
The Power of Meditation: Finding Peace in a Frenzied Mind
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The Power of Meditation: Finding Peace in a Frenzied Mind
until I tried to stop the frantic deluge of thoughts, each vying for my attention! I realized, then, for the first time in my life, how frenzied my “untrained mind" was after a lifetime of being taugh
In this reflective passage, the author shares their experience of realizing the chaos of an untrained mind and the need for meditation to achieve tranquility. The Dhammakaya method emphasizes the impo
Journey to Joy: A Path of Meditation
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Journey to Joy: A Path of Meditation
… center of the body. I use the mantra to keep me centered whenever I feel distracted. Each time the meditation experience is different, depending on what I bring into the meditation. After meditation, I feel spiritually p…
This text details a personal journey through guided meditation, emphasizing the sending of loving kindness into the world, resulting in a profound sense of peace and spiritual connection. The author e
The Journey of Meditation
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The Journey of Meditation
Wisdom My name is Chan Poi Koun (Ken), a single Singaporean. I'm 40 years old. I worked as a product manager for a multinational electronic components distribution company in Singapore. I had enjoyed
Chan Poi Koun, a 40-year-old product manager in Singapore, shares his journey into meditation after reconnecting with an old classmate. Initially seeking relaxation, Chan now practices daily, accumula