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115. BEAUTY THAT IS NOT In all my years, I have yet to see a truly beautiful woman. For all their efforts to beautify themselves from head to toe, to my eyes I see no beauty in them at all. What I see

In reflections from November 5, 1979, the author expresses a profound disillusionment with conventional beauty, seeing it as harmful and reflective of deeper vanity. The constant resolutions to avoid

The text in the image reads: "The Computerization of the Buddhist Pali Canon With the recognition that many world scholars have been impeded from fully studying the Buddhist scriptures by inconvenie

The Computerization of the Buddhist Pali Canon began in 1984 by the Dhammakaya Foundation to improve access for scholars worldwide. Utilizing the Romanized Pali Canon Text, the project produced a data

On Earth Day 22 April 1999 the Dharmmakaya Foundation has also focused on the concept that the way a person treats his or her outer environment springs from the condition of his or her inner environme

On Earth Day 22 April 1999, the Dharmmakaya Foundation emphasized that treating the outer environment reflects the condition of one’s inner environment. Young people are encouraged to nurture their in

“I wanted to leave these worries and suffering behind, which are…” 1. Worrying about choosing the clothes that would go with my look and my hairstyle. 2. Worrying about deciding what accessories to w

The text discusses the many worries related to clothing, accessories, and personal grooming. It emphasizes how these concerns can hinder true happiness and how shifting focus to meditation can lead to

Alms Gathering (Pindapata) Pindapata is a Pali word literally meaning the receiving of rice in an alms bowl. Monks are forbidden to cook or prepare their own meals. Monks must wait for food to be off

Pindapata, derived from Pali, refers to the practice of monks receiving rice in their alms bowls. Monks are prohibited from cooking, relying instead on the offerings from others. This tradition unders

Having thought more about that, and I returned to my simple monks' quarters (kuti), I felt I had no time to rest. I immediately started meditating with diligence. After I finished meditating, I studie

บทความนี้สำรวจความหมายและที่มาของประเพณีการใส่บาตรในประเทศไทย โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการให้ และทำไมไม่นักบวชควรจะเป็นฝ่ายแสดงความขอบคุณผ่านการไหว้ให้กับญาติโยม และความรู้ที่มอบให้จะมีค่ากว่าทรัพย

Since we live in the physical world, we tend to think of the four basic requisites only in physical terms, for example food. We often think only whether or not it is clean, tasty, nutritious or health

This text guides monks on how to perceive their basic requisites beyond physical terms like cleanliness and taste. It emphasizes being conscious and grateful, encouraging monks to accept only what the

3. You must be reflective. Once you have finished consuming your meal, and have energy, you must ask yourself whether you have used the strength gained from your meal to focus on learning the Dhamma.

การสะท้อนความคิดช่วยให้เราเป็นคนที่ใส่ใจและขยัน ด้วยการฝึกสะท้อนตนเอง เราจะมีสติและตระหนักรู้ถึงการกระทำของเรา ซึ่งนำไปสู่ความชัดเจนในความคิดและความสามารถในการตัดสินใจที่ดีขึ้น การสะท้อนหลังจากรับประท

111. PURSUING PERFECTIONS UNTIL YOU PREVAIL Addressing a group of Upasaka (male temple attendants) getting ready to be ordained: When you have decided to enter the temple in order to pursue Perfecti

In a talk directed at male temple attendants preparing for ordination, the importance of unwavering commitment to the pursuit of Perfections is emphasized. The speaker stresses the need to avoid distr

The extracted text from the image is: "103 The Outline Sam Kopered Satch Mulemian Sean Mulhearn Scott J. Tospol - Parchala Sand The 14th Bilkush The 21st Bilkush The 4th Bilkush Trefan Guruchen Tre

This document outlines the key figures and events associated with the Bilkush competitions, highlighting important names such as Sam Kopered, Satch Mulemian, and various Trefan entities. It also menti

to refrain from involvement with bad company by keeping the company of true friends and fulfilling other's duty towards each other. TRUE EDUCATION Education is, in fact, to explore ourselves and find

การศึกษาที่แท้จริงคือการสำรวจตัวเองและเข้าใจข้อบกพร่องของเรา การศึกษาเพื่อแก้ไขการกระทำที่ไม่ดีและสร้างกรรมดีช่วยให้ลดทุกข์ในชีวิตได้ โดยมีการจัดการที่เหมาะสมเพื่อยกระดับศีลธรรมและความรับผิดชอบในสังคม

67, Power through merit 116, One drop at a time fills up a jar 116, With merit you will succeed in everything 119, Born to pursue prosperity 117, Fruit of merit 117, Only those with a pure heart will

This text emphasizes the transformative power of merit in life. It discusses how cultivating merit leads to success, prosperity, and happiness. The focus is on performing good deeds, maintaining a pur

The Dhammakaya Tradition Founded by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, Phra Mongkhonpuraimi (background picture), the Dhammakaya Knowledge was passed on to Khun Yai Chan Khonnokyoong (center

The Dhammakaya Tradition, founded by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, Phra Mongkhonpuraimi, emphasizes the importance of knowledge in Buddhism. This tradition was further propagated by Khun

16. BORN ALONE, DIE ALONE We were born alone and we will die alone. There is no need to worry about others if we can't even save ourselves. If we can't save ourselves, and don't have a firm grip on o

Life is fleeting and solitary; focus on saving oneself before aiding others. With the knowledge of Buddhism, one must act promptly to reap its benefits or risk a wasted life. Achieving Perfections and

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

40. RECEIVING GUESTS Receiving guests who inquire for your help is not easy. We must learn the proper way to do it. Although we must cater to them, we must also maintain our moral nature, especially

Receiving guests seeking guidance can be challenging. It is essential to cater to them while upholding our moral nature and Dhamma. Guests often share their struggles, which can distract us from our p

109. BUILD UP MERIT A layperson expressed the desire to go on a meditation retreat, but was concerned about her grown son being left alone. When a man and a woman are in love, the world becomes a colo

In this text, the author emphasizes the significance of merit and demerit as the only true possessions we carry beyond this life. The discussion opens with a layperson's dilemma about meditation retre

55. ONLY SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT CAN HELP US In the entire universe, there is only one refuge from suffering for us, and that is meditative attainment. Hold on to it. Even if you see only a brief flash

In the universe, the only refuge from suffering is meditative attainment. This practice allows the mind to penetrate deep into Nibbana, achieving a state of bliss. However, worldly attachments can dra

71. ONLY THOSE WITH A PURE HEART WILL BE WITH ME A person with a pure heart and a clear mind, one whose focus is on gaining merit, is the only kind of person I want to have in my company. Those with d

This text emphasizes that only individuals with a pure heart and clear mind, focused on gaining merit, belong together. Merely being in good company does not ensure merit; active participation in buil

76. WHAT YOU DO, YOU GET Those of you who take residence at the temple have given up your worldly attachments for the opportunity to be here. Since you have already given up so much, you should make y

In temple residency, individuals sacrifice worldly attachments for spiritual growth. It’s imperative to embrace every chore and task as a responsibility. Ignoring duties undermines the merit gained, w