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Thousands of Buddhists gather at the Dhammakaya Meditation Hall every Sunday to practice meditation and perform merit.

Here is the extracted text from the image: --- Chaiyaboon achieved a high level of success in the Dhammakaya meditation practice, and Khun Yai assigned him to teach meditation to others. Chaiyaboon

Chaiyaboon, a successful practitioner of Dhammakaya meditation, pursued his true calling as a Buddhist monk after graduating from Kasetsart University in 1969. Known as Luang Por Dhammayenyo, he becam

stung when the bedbugs bit me, but I would not kill them. I would catch them and put them in a spittoon covered with a piece of paper so they could not get away. When morning came, I would release the

The author shares her lifelong passion for cleanliness and orderliness, rooted in a disciplined upbringing at Wat Paknam. Through meditation, she recalls past lives that have contributed to her self-t

HURRY ON You are young. You are strong. Row your boat as hard as you can. Hurry and continue to row on. Don’t be bothered if others slow down. For us, we must make the best of our own life.

This passage urges individuals to take action in their lives, emphasizing the importance of striving for goodness and remaining steadfast in their pursuits. It highlights the belief that this life is

30. BE MODEST I'm not the ambitious type. I don't want to be popular nor famous like others. This has been a characteristic of mine for a long time. When I lived at Wat Paknam and practiced high-leve

This text reflects on the values of modesty and the pursuit of virtue through consistent good deeds. The author shares experiences from their time at Wat Paknam, where humility and quietude were key t

44. SUCCESS THROUGH LOVE OF MEDITATION I noticed that Dr. Piya, Dr. Kwan, and Dr. Charoen all possesssed different skills, and each of them is specialized in his own particular field. Dr. Piya is pro

This text emphasizes the significance of passion in mastering skills, particularly meditation. Dr. Piya, Dr. Kwan, and Dr. Charoen exemplify expertise in their fields, highlighting that love for one’s

ธรรมวินัย (Dhamavinaya) the Doctrine and the Discipline; the Norm-Discipline ธรรมในธรรม Dhamma in Dhamma ธัมมจักกัปวัตตนสูตร Dhammacakkappavattanasutta, the Discourse of setting in motion the Whee

ธรรมวินัยคือ คำสอนและระเบียบปฏิบัติเกี่ยวกับธรรมและศีลธรรม ซึ่งเปิดเผยในธัมมจักกัปวัตตนสูตร หรือการตั้งอยู่ในธรรมครั้งแรก นอกจากนี้ยังมีการกล่าวถึงการนั่งสมาธิและการรู้จักเหตุเพื่อการปฏิบัติที่ถูกต้อง

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

112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A

The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlightenmen

118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin

Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona

122. TEACHING WITH TRUTHFULNESS Nowadays, I see so many people setting themselves up to be meditation masters. This saddens me because I am not sure what they want them actually teach. When we teach a

ในยุคปัจจุบัน มีผู้คนจำนวนมากที่ตั้งตัวเป็นครูสอนการทำสมาธิ ซึ่งทำให้รู้สึกเศร้าใจ การหยุดความคิดที่วุ่นวายเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการบรรลุรัฐพุทธรรม ข้าพเจ้าตั้งความตั้งใจให้สอนด้วยความจริงใจและปฏิบัติตามศีลธ

128. MAKE RESOLUTIONS EVEN WHEN MAKING SMALL MERITS Even when you make small merits, make resolutions to never run into fools¹ (immoral people), but to surround yourself with only the virtuous. 129.

การทำบุญถือเป็นโอกาสที่ดีในการตั้งปณิธาน เพื่อให้เราได้อยู่ห่างจากคนที่ไม่ดีและมีชีวิตที่บริสุทธิ์ในทุกช่วงชีวิต การตั้งปณิธานนี้รวมถึงการสร้างความเข้าใจในธรรมะ การมีสุขภาพที่ดี และสามารถทำบุญได้อย่าง

133. THOSE WHO FOLLOW ME I always make this resolution: May those who follow me be ones endowed with purity in body, speech and mind, not ones who seek recognition and fame; may they be ones who seek

This text emphasizes the significance of personal resolutions for those who follow a path of purity in body, speech, and mind. It expresses a desire to live in environments that foster a sense of free

147. FINAL LIFETIME I reflected on my situation and I perceived that, in one of my past lifetimes, I must have committed certain unwholesome acts that resulted in negative retributions for me. That w

In this text, the author reflects on the challenges encountered in their current life, attributing them to past misdeeds. Recognizing this as the final lifetime, the commitment to performing good deed

DMC TRANSLATOR’S HANDBOOK Part I -- Dhamma Terms, Definitions and Reference Material Part II – Popular Dhamma Topics 1. Buddhism 2. The Buddha’s Life 3. The Teachings of the Buddha - The Four Nob

The DMC Translator’s Handbook provides essential references on Dhamma terms and popular topics in Buddhism. It encompasses teachings like the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, and meditatio

162. ABIDE BY THE RULES Abide by the rules and regulations of the places where we find ourselves. When I first arrived at Wat Paknam, I made the effort to learn all the rules and regulations of the

Understanding the significance of abiding by the rules at spiritual places is essential for personal growth. At Wat Paknam, the author emphasizes the need to learn and respect regulations, leading to

180. BE A GOOD ROLE MODEL Learn to do things right. Learn to be clean and tidy. People will see your behavior and set you as a good example. There will always be new people coming to the temple. I can

ในเนื้อหานี้มีการพูดถึงความสำคัญของการเป็นแบบอย่างที่ดี ซึ่งรวมถึงการทำสิ่งต่างๆ ให้ถูกต้องและสะอาดเพื่อสร้างแรงบันดาลใจให้กับคนที่เข้ามาใหม่ที่วัด พร้อมกันนี้ยังมีการพูดถึงการละทิ้งนิสัยที่ไม่ดีเพื่อ

186. DON’T LOOK DOWN ON ANYONE Never look down upon anyone, whether he is a beggar, poor, middle class, or a millionaire. When I lived in Nakam Charsi, whenever a beggar came to me for rice, I gave

This text emphasizes the importance of not looking down on anyone, regardless of their social status. It shares personal anecdotes of generosity towards beggars. It highlights the significance of bala

HOW TO MEDITATE 237 How To Meditate The Dhammakaya meditation method was initiated in Thailand 60 years ago by Phra Mongkhalpemnu, famously known as Luang Pu Wat Paknam. It is one of the most popular

The Dhammakaya meditation method, initiated by Phra Mongkhalpemnu in Thailand 60 years ago, is popular worldwide for its simplicity and effectiveness. This method focuses on the 'body of enlightenment

Step-by-step instructions 1. The sitting posture, which has been found to be the most conducive for meditation, is the half-lotus position. Sit upright with your back straight, cross-legged with your

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on adopting the half-lotus position for meditation. Start by sitting upright with a comfortable cushion and cross-legged stance, ensuring proper breathing