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Meetings with a Dhama Master
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Meetings with a Dhama Master
…o hold everything together. At any rate, there is plenty of material in which to sit comfortably in meditation. The Saphaa, of course, is huge: like several airplane hangars all strung together but instead of …
…,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. Though English-speaking, they …
Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
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Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
…te all of the time. Use your ears more than your mouth. And pay attention to Luang Por Dhammajayo's meditation. When you are watching DMC and when you are meditating with him on Sundays." He smiles a huge smil…
This text emphasizes the need for self-reflection and continuous meditation to achieve inner calm and happiness. It highlights the teachings of the Buddha that encourage self-…
Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
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Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
…environment, then all of the information we receive goes into our mind incorrectly. And that is why meditation is so important, because it cleans the mind. The same thing happens to students, of course, and you…
This passage discusses the workings of the mind and the importance of meditation for achieving true understanding. It emphasizes that the mind functions properly only when all inpu…
Understanding Defilements and Dhamma in Buddhism
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Understanding Defilements and Dhamma in Buddhism
…then defilements become even more apparent to us. We must bring together concentration, effort, and meditation. They must all come together. The Buddha eradicated His own defilements by first recollecting his p…
…his text delves into the importance of mindfulness to combat defilements and achieve purity through meditation. It emphasizes the synergy of concentration, effort, and mindfulness. The Buddha's journey towards …
Meetings with a Dharmar Master
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Meetings with a Dharmar Master
…f the people in the room are past 50. And they are groaning at the thought that they are passed the meditation stage.] If we can eradicate 50% of our defilements, then we will eventually go to Nibbana. At 60-7…
…ation, encompassing respect, cleanliness, punctuality, adherence to moral precepts, and patience in meditation practice.
Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
…alanced by the light. With right thinking, we can search for this dynamic force through the correct meditation. "There are all kinds of people in the world. People might think ‘let me stay here until someone e…
…ait for discovery versus those who actively seek the Unknown. The text highlights the importance of meditation and understanding the sources of religion to grasp human thought processes. The Unknown Factor can …
The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
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The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
…or in our true friends. And in order to get these characteristics, we have to meditate. In a sense, meditation is closing down our bank and checking our balance sheet. Everyone who does accounting has to do thi…
…riendships is powerful and harmonious, while one filled with false friends is destined to collapse. Meditation plays a crucial role in self-awareness and personal development, allowing us to check our own moral…
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
…gative news: i.e., gossip or chatter. This is why Luang Por says that in cleaning your mind through meditation, you are wiping away some of the negative energy that surrounds you as well as cleansing what negat…
In this guided meditation practice, you will learn to relax by closing your eyes and focusing on your inner self. Start by ge…
Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
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Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
…ot rush, hasten, push, or stress about something we desire to come about more quickly (i.e., a good meditation experience); to not eagerly look forward to, expect, or anticipate something; to not stare at, or o…
… like greed and ignorance. 'Boon' refers to the clean energy generated through positive actions and meditation, while 'Baap' represents negative influences affecting one's mindset. Definitions also encompass 'C…
Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
…amma. Dhamma – (Sanskrit: Dharma) Pure Nature to be found within ourselves through the practice of meditation. Some people call it Truth; the teachings that lead you to Pure Energy, Pure Boon. It will not be f…
The text discusses the concepts of Dhamma, meditation, and the Eightfold Noble Path as essential elements leading to true understanding and happiness. It…
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
…n Buddhism. Saphaa – A super large building or space in which to meditate or conduct a ceremony; a Meditation Hall. Six Directions – Your very own personal sociogram: your social-networking unit that is alrea…
This text outlines key Buddhist concepts that promote understanding and practice in meditation. Right Concentration, or Samma Samadhi, is described as a state of joyful focus. Samsara represents…
Meetings With A Dhamma Master
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Meetings With A Dhamma Master
…he definitions of words like Kamma andsamadhi and Kilesa. But most of all, of course, we talk about meditation. The What? Why? And How? of the Dhammakaya Meditation Technique. I have included all of these talks…
…Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya. Over two years, they explore key aspects of Buddhism, especially meditation and its techniques. This collection includes discussions on the Nature of the Mind, habits, and ess…
Discovering Dhammakaya Meditation
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Discovering Dhammakaya Meditation
Contents Foreword: Phra Mongkhisompun, Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation Foreword: Phraratchaphalavison, President of the Dhammakaya Foundation 1. INTRODUCTION Quality o…
This text introduces the principles of Dhammakaya Meditation, highlighting the importance of quality of mind as a vital resource in life. It discusses the chara…
The Root of Social Problems
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The Root of Social Problems
…f all things. If our minds are in bad shape it means that we are lacking the practice of virtue and meditation. To blame mental problems on society is to put the cart before the horse because we believe that so…
…our minds significantly impacts social problems and stresses the necessity of practicing virtue and meditation to improve mental health and, subsequently, societal harmony. The Buddhist perspective sees the min…
Weekend Meditation Retreats at Dhammakaya Foundation
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Weekend Meditation Retreats at Dhammakaya Foundation
Weekend Retreat Those with more free time at the weekends have the opportunity to join residential meditation retreats in the Dhammakaya Foundation's meditation village for three days over the weekend. Such re…
Those looking for a weekend getaway can participate in three-day meditation retreats at the Dhammakaya Foundation's village. Participants adhere to basic living conditions, st…
Exchange Activities of Dhammakaya Foundation and Chung-Hwa Institute
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Exchange Activities of Dhammakaya Foundation and Chung-Hwa Institute
…scriptures and a Buddha Image to Burmese Monastic community, Rangoon, Myanmar; • the provision of meditation training for Malaysian Buddhist monks; • the provision of meditation training for monks and staff…
…es to various countries such as Bangladesh, China, Japan, Myanmar, and India. Training programs for meditation have also been developed for monks and students in Malaysia and Bangladesh. This deepened interacti…
Qualifications and Responsibilities for Monastic Life
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Qualifications and Responsibilities for Monastic Life
…d Responsibilities for Monks 41 Alms Gathering 44 Temple Cleaning 50 Confession 55 Chanting and Meditation 57 Mindfulness 60 Caring for Teachers 63 Management, Maintenance and Exercise 66 Dhamma and Mon…
…'s significance in Buddhist practice. Additionally, the bibliography and resources for beginners in meditation are provided. More information available at dmc.tv.
Letting Go of Material Worries
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Letting Go of Material Worries
…l these worries behind, then you will be aware that there are more important things in life such as meditation. If you spend your time meditating diligently, you will be pure of mind, able to find true happines…
…onal grooming. It emphasizes how these concerns can hinder true happiness and how shifting focus to meditation can lead to a more fulfilling life. By letting go of superficial worries, individuals can find peac…
International Dhammakaya Centers in Europe and Hong Kong
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International Dhammakaya Centers in Europe and Hong Kong
…el. (+33-388) 326-915 Fax. (+33-388) 229-919 E-mail: [email protected] GERMANY Wat Buddha Augsburg (Meditation Zentrum) Pferrer-Bogenerstrasse 6, 86199 Augsburg, GERMANY Tel. (+49-821) 998-3939 Fax. (+49-821) 9…
…hap is located in Deurne-Antwerpen. The UK centers are situated in London and Manchester, promoting meditation practices. France's center is in Strasbourg, while Germany hosts the Wat Buddha Augsburg. In Hong K…
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
…with religious faith believe in heaven and hell? Many major religions have backgrounds that include meditation in their doctrines and practices — so they already know about 'Inner Light.' Buddhism strives to pr…
…ght by the Buddha. This highest pursuit involves understanding the 'Inner Light,' primarily through meditation, distinguishing Buddhism's approach from other faiths focused on external divine assistance. The jo…