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WHAT IS MEDITATION? The mind can be compared to an ocean, and momentary mental events such as happiness, irritation, fantasies, and boredom can be compared to the waves that rise and fall on the ocea

Meditation serves as a means for mental development, allowing individuals to calm the turbulence of the mind and access its inherent clarity. This practice is not limited to any one faith, emphasizing

TEN DAILY HOMEWORKS These Ten Daily Homeworks are designed to help improve your meditation results. Practice it daily and you’ll find that not only would your meditation results become better, but als

These Ten Daily Homeworks aim to enhance your meditation practice while improving your overall wellbeing. Start your day by reconnecting with your body's center. Reflect on life and express loving-kin

Suzanne Jeffrey It is not something to see with the eyes, so you must meditate and practice and see it for yourself. The mind is at the seventh base, and is approximately the size of an eye socket. I

This text discusses the importance of meditation and self-awareness in understanding the mind. It highlights how our perceptions affect our knowledge and the various challenges like health and mood th

Glossary Arahant – Someone who has attained enlightenment (or no longer has defilement). This person is free from greed, delusion, ignorance and such things as that. Baap – The bad stuff that’s floa

This glossary provides definitions of essential terms in the context of enlightenment and mindfulness practices. It discusses concepts such as Arahant, individuals who have achieved enlightenment free

THE ROOT OF SOCIAL PROBLEMS T HE ROOT OF SOCIAL PROBLEMS M any blame the scarcity of lasting happiness on the disarray of modern culture. Family breakdown, violent crime, suicide, deterioration of e

This text discusses how many societal issues, such as family breakdown, crime, and education deterioration, stem from the neglect of our own minds. It argues that the quality of our minds significantl

10. Behaviour Worthy of Respect A person worthy of homage and respect is a person who develops himself and succeeds in his desire to be ordained as a monk— in other words, he must successfully rid hi

A person demonstrating behaviour worthy of respect is one who pursues self-development and aspires to become a monk by eliminating mental defilements. The three main defilements are greed, hatred, and

Kilesa is an element that soils the mind, invading it with great intensity to override the rational and, if allowed to, is ultimately the cause of mental suffering. Kilesa does not reveal its insidiou

Kilesa is an intrinsic element that corrupts the mind, causing mental suffering and overriding rationality. It acts like a hidden virus, lying dormant within the mind from birth. When viewed through D

184. PROTECT YOUR MIND It is the natural condition of the world to have both the good and the bad. Sometimes we are joyous and happy; sometimes we are sad and worried. This is a part of life. However

In this text, we learn that the natural condition of life encompasses both joy and sadness. It's crucial to preserve the quality of our minds, avoiding the trap of negative thoughts. The text emphasiz

impurities; defilements; mental impurities monk’s living quarters virtue; virtuous; wholesome; good wholesome action; beneficial act; virtuous deed; good deed tenfold wholesome course of actio

This text delves into the Buddhist understanding of mental impurities and their impact on virtue and wholesome actions. It discusses the importance of defilements and how monks aim to foster virtuous

จําพรรษา the rains-retreat; Vassa-residence; keeping the Buddhist Lent จําวัด to sleep (of a monk or novice) จิต, จิตต์ mind; a state of consciousness จิตตะ (citta) Attention – (ref. Idhipadha 4

เนื้อหาเกี่ยวกับคำศัพท์สำคัญในพระพุทธศาสนาเช่น จําพรรษา, จิต, และเจตนา โดยมีการอธิบายความหมายของคำแต่ละคำในบริบทของการศึกษาพุทธธรรม รวมถึงแนวคิดเกี่ยวกับความตั้งใจและการทำจิตให้สงบ ช่วยเสริมสร้างความเ

โพธิญาน โพธิสัตว์ (Bodhisatta, Skt, Bodhisattva) Buddha-to-be; one who is destined to be a Buddha; enlightened being; one who has resolved to attain enlightenment for the helping of his fellow mankind

บทความนี้สำรวจแนวคิดเกี่ยวกับโพธิสัตว์ ซึ่งเป็นผู้ที่จะกลายเป็นพระพุทธเจ้า โดยมุ่งหวังเพื่อที่จะช่วยเหลือมนุษย์ โดยมีแนวทางในการพัฒนาใจและการปฏิบัติธรรมเพื่อบรรลุความรู้แจ้งและการทำสมาธิเพื่อแก้ไขความ

สังขาร (sankhara) compounded things; component things; conditioned things; kamma formations; mental formations; mental predispositions; essential conditions; conductive factors; conception; notion; th

Text discusses various Buddhist terms and concepts including 'สังขาร' (sankhara) which refers to conditioned things and mental formations. It details the concept of 'สังสาร' (samsara) as the cycle of

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

- Mental Cultivation (bhavana) through meditation. Mind is the most important composite of the entire human entity. The mind is the source of all actions, good or bad. Good thoughts produce good a

Mental cultivation (bhavana) through meditation is essential for achieving inner peace and a clear mind. The mind is the source of all actions, and its state greatly influences one's life and deeds. G

Merit Results We benefit from merit in four levels: 1. The mind -- improving the quality and the potentiality of the mind. 2. The personality -- improving our demeanor and the way we project oursel

Merit affects our lives on four levels: mental improvement, personality enhancement, lifestyle benefits, and societal contributions. The Law of Karma states every action has a corresponding consequenc

Powerless - being jealous in others' success; having ill will High social standing - being respectful to the virtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; la

This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in co

balancingly. 2) Citta Viveka or mental seclusion could be used for thought balance. It adjusts life to be contemplated in the right way, not being led by negative forces such as hindrances. Mental sec

The text discusses three types of Viveka: Citta Viveka for mental seclusion that aids in thought balance by avoiding negative influences, and Upadhi Viveka for extinguishing defilements which ultimate

move those hateful things or escape from their grasp — but when we can’t it only adds to the suffering in our mind. 11. Separation from loved ones and treasured things [piyihi vipayoga dukkhā] If we a

This text delves into the various forms of suffering as described in Buddhist teachings. It highlights how separation from loved ones and possessions leads to emotional pain and how disappointment man

the temptation of looking for rewards in corruption or power. Your memory and wits will be sharpened and your thinking will be fluent and creative allowing you to find constructive solutions to proble

This text discusses the Pathama Magga Sphere, emphasizing the importance of continual mental cultivation towards higher levels of happiness and success. It explains how to 'let go' of this sphere, lea

Stealing [adinnādāna]: Taking that which is not given; Committing adultery [kāmesumicchācarā]: abstaining from sexual relations outside marriage. 5. Right Livelihood The Lord Buddha taught his monks

This text discusses key principles of the Noble Eightfold Path, focusing on ethical conduct such as Right Speech, Right Action which includes abstaining from stealing and committing adultery, and Righ