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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
"Bhikkhus," my duties that are of benefit and support to you are now complete. I now wish to remind you that the nature of all living creatures is impermanence and degeneration. Thus, you should conti
In Buddhism, carefulness is essential for maintaining virtue and reducing the chances of misconduct. As beings with limited lifespans, it is vital to perform wholesome actions. The state of mind influ
The Importance of Merit in Success
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The Importance of Merit in Success
71 71 SOLUTIONS FROM WISDOM XXIX Merit Support Merit is the source of happiness and success for life. In the business world, the importance of decision making means that only a 'yes' or 'no' can ruin
Merit is fundamental to achieving happiness and success in life. In the business realm, decision-making carries significant weight, where a simple 'yes' or 'no' can greatly impact one's career. Many i
Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
Klong: a Thai word for canal Luang Por: a Thai word which means Venerable Father, an informal way of addressing a senior monk. Luang Pu: a Thai word which means Venerable Grandfather, an informal wa
This text provides insight into important Thai terms associated with Buddhism. Terms such as 'Klong' refer to canals, while 'Luang Por' and 'Luang Pu' are respectful titles for monks, particularly in
DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
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DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
DHAKMA IS YOUR REFUGE I see all the way through. I see clearly that, out of everything in this world and beyond-physical, natural, and spiritual- no one can help me but me. Who else can relieve my suf
In this text, the author emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and personal responsibility in alleviating suffering. By turning to Dharma as a refuge, one can navigate life’s challenges. The key
The Importance of Merit and Time
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The Importance of Merit and Time
22. WE ARE PUPPETS I reflect on death, realizing that time waits for no one. That's why I made 'Kathina" offerings, re robe offerings to monks, while I still could. Any day could be my last. I don't k
This text reflects on the significance of making merit and the inevitable passage of time. It emphasizes that life is fleeting and encourages readers to perform good deeds while they can, as merit is
The Journey of Meditation and Merit Making
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The Journey of Meditation and Merit Making
ERVICE S Ever since then, I have been watching the DMC program consistently. If I miss the program for a single day, I feel uncomfortable. After three months, I decided not to return the satellite dis
This narrative details a personal journey of embracing meditation and merit-making practices, overcoming familial challenges, and fostering a deeper connection with spirituality. The author describes
Cultivating Your Merit Sphere: A Guide to Mindfulness
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Cultivating Your Merit Sphere: A Guide to Mindfulness
Reflect on your merit sphere, easily and comfortably. Develop a feeling that you have a bright merit sphere residing at the center of your body. It doesn’t matter whether the sphere may appear clearly
Reflecting on your merit sphere is essential for mental refinement and clarity. Begin by embracing a comfortable mindset while focusing on the bright merit sphere within your body. Understand that cla
The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
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The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
If the alms-giving involves contributions made toward the building of a consecrated assembly hall, a shrine hall, a preaching hall, or a Cetiya, this part will be huge. Part 2: This is the middle par
In Buddhism, the concept of merit manifests through a symbolic castle structure, divided into three parts: the base formed by alms-giving, the middle by observing precepts, and the top by meditation p
The Art of Charitable Giving for Maximum Merit
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The Art of Charitable Giving for Maximum Merit
Objects not suitable for giving • Alcoholic drinks and intoxicants, including cigarettes, liquors, and illegal drugs • Shows and entertainment • Sexual companions (both for people or for animal) • Mat
การให้จะต้องมีความบริสุทธิ์ในทุกขั้นตอนเพื่อให้ได้มาซึ่งบุญสูงสุด สิ่งที่ไม่ควรมอบ ได้แก่ เครื่องดื่มแอลกอฮอล์ สื่อลามก อาวุธ และสารพิษ การให้ที่มีความบริสุทธิ์ต้องมีความเชื่อมั่นที่แท้จริง มีความยินด
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
MERITS Everybody wants to be rich, beautiful and smart. Nobody wants to be poor, ugly and dumb. But how come some people are born lucky and other are not? The answer is because of ‘merit’, or the lac
Merit is the product of good deeds and serves as a positive energy that can lead to being rich, beautiful, and smart. It encompasses virtue and goodness, influencing one's present and future based on
Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
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Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
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
Building Merit through Support in Buddhism
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Building Merit through Support in Buddhism
Support one another in achieving merit! While you are still young, use that youthful energy to support the work of Buddhism. Make a wish for your good work to bring you good merit. The more determin
This text discusses the significance of supporting one another in achieving merit within Buddhism. It emphasizes using youthful energy for good deeds and highlights that determination influences the a
The Importance of Merit in Life
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The Importance of Merit in Life
Merits are the fruits of good deeds. Good deeds performed through generosity, morality and mental cultivation all bring about merit. The fruits of good deeds converge to become a bright merit sphere a
Merits are the positive outcomes of good deeds, which include generosity, morality, and mental cultivation. These merits form a positive 'merit sphere' within an individual, aiding them during challen
Helping a Dying Father Cope with Illness
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Helping a Dying Father Cope with Illness
“Recently, he fell seriously ill and was admitted into a hospital. The doctor said he has cancer and probably won’t have much time to live. My father does not have faith in Buddhism. How can I help hi
ในช่วงเวลาสุดท้ายของชีวิตพ父า ขอให้พยายามทำให้ท่านมีจิตใจแจ่มใสและไม่เครียด โดยการทำบุญในนามของท่านอาจช่วยให้จิตใจสดใสขึ้น แม้ท่านจะไม่มีความเชื่อในพุทธศาสนา ความสำคัญอยู่ที่สภาพจิตใจที่มีต่อชีวิตหลังค
Understanding the Importance of Merit in Giving
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Understanding the Importance of Merit in Giving
3. Conscientious donor. The donor should at least abide by the Five Precepts. And it is important that he should be joyful before, during and after the offering, and not feel regret about it. 4. Virt
This text discusses the essential qualities of a conscientious donor and a virtuous recipient within the context of Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of joy in giving and adherence to the Five Prec
The Miraculous Establishment of Dhammakaya Temple
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The Miraculous Establishment of Dhammakaya Temple
…emple as her birthday merit-making. This was nothing less than a miracle—or, more appropriately, a 'merit power'. The Dhammakaya Temple was formally established on Magha Puja Day, February 20, 1970. The Main Ch…
The establishment of the Dhammakaya Temple is a testament to Khun Yai's vision and determination. With only 3,200 Baht, she believed in the power of merit and, on Lady Prayad's birthday, managed to ac
Caring for Patients: The Importance of a Clear Mind in Final Moments
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Caring for Patients: The Importance of a Clear Mind in Final Moments
(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretapume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must face
The essence of end-of-life care is ensuring a patient maintains a clear mind for optimal spiritual outcomes, which can significantly influence their final destination in the afterlife. Caregivers play
The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
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The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretatume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must fac
This guide discusses the significance of maintaining a patient's mental clarity during their final moments. It emphasizes the caregiver's role in providing emotional support and encouraging positive t
Understanding Merit in Buddhism
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Understanding Merit in Buddhism
should think in this way. As long as the monks do not seriously break the monastic discipline, you should think that you are giving alms to them to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and meditati
This text emphasizes the importance of giving alms to monks to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and meditation. It advises that both givers and receivers gain merit. It discusses the impact of
การอธิบายความสำคัญของการบูชาทำบุญ
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การอธิบายความสำคัญของการบูชาทำบุญ
ณ บัดนี้ คำสอนอันสำคัญของ ชีวิตเรานั้นมุ่งให้พวกเรายึดมั่นไว้ก่อน มาใส่ในจิตใจของเราเพื่อไว้เป็นบารมีเพื่อผ่อนคลายอุบายในยามทุกข์เข็ญ เพื่อจิตมุ่งมั่นสมบูรณ์ดีเด่นชัดเท่านั้น (คำอธิบายบูชา) ซึ่งท่าน
คำสอนอันสำคัญดังกล่าวมุ่งให้เราเล็งเห็นถึงความจำเป็นในการเก็บรวบรวมบารมีและความดีงามในจิตใจเพื่อที่จะเป็นแหล่งพลังสำหรับเราเมื่ออยู่ในช่วงเวลาที่ยากลำบาก ความหมายของบูชาและการทำบุญนั้น relating ไปยังว