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"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

66. POWER THROUGH MERIT Whatever we set out to accomplish in life, we must examine our personal condition as well as the condition of our merit—the “spiritual capital” that we have built. We should at

In life, it is essential to assess both our personal condition and the merit we have accumulated. Striving for greatness should be rooted in good actions rather than desires driven by greed, anger, or

Besides the usual celestial activities of socializing, visiting the parks and other forms of entertainment, celestial beings of this celestial realm are engaged in the distinguished activities of conv

In the celestial realm, beings engage not only in social activities but also in deep discussions about the Dhamma, aiming to accumulate merit and transcend their defilements. Each celestial castle ref

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

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

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

95. TAKE THE LONG TERM VIEW I am someone who takes the long term view (seeing beyond this life). Nothing can be taken with us after death except our merit and demerit. Accumulate as much merit as you

The text emphasizes the significance of adopting a long-term viewpoint, where the accumulation of merit becomes paramount. It suggests that upon death, only merit and demerit accompany us, urging indi

On the contrary, those who had once been selfish, angry, or jealous, and then reversed their conduct by improving themselves, will possess positive thoughts, speech, and actions. When good deeds are a

This text discusses the importance of transforming negative traits like greed and anger into positive ones through conscious self-improvement. It highlights how generations before us practiced daily a

“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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Reasons the Tusita Realm is the Center of Knowers As mentioned earlier, the Tusita Realm is extraordinary compared to other celestial realms. What makes it extraordinary is the fact that it is the

…ealm is ideal; it is neither overly extended, which could delay their rebirth as humans for further merit accumulation, nor excessively short. This balance facilitates their spiritual journey effectively without unnece…

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

ณ บัดนี้ คำสอนอันสำคัญของ ชีวิตเรานั้นมุ่งให้พวกเรายึดมั่นไว้ก่อน มาใส่ในจิตใจของเราเพื่อไว้เป็นบารมีเพื่อผ่อนคลายอุบายในยามทุกข์เข็ญ เพื่อจิตมุ่งมั่นสมบูรณ์ดีเด่นชัดเท่านั้น (คำอธิบายบูชา) ซึ่งท่าน

คำสอนอันสำคัญดังกล่าวมุ่งให้เราเล็งเห็นถึงความจำเป็นในการเก็บรวบรวมบารมีและความดีงามในจิตใจเพื่อที่จะเป็นแหล่งพลังสำหรับเราเมื่ออยู่ในช่วงเวลาที่ยากลำบาก ความหมายของบูชาและการทำบุญนั้น relating ไปยังว