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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Life Dedicated to the Teachings of the Buddha
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Life Dedicated to the Teachings of the Buddha
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo), a faithful disciple of the Lord Buddha who has devoted his life to fulfil his duties, dedicating his life for almost 40 years creating benefits for people all around the world.
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo is a devoted disciple of the Buddha, working for nearly 40 years to bring benefits to people worldwide. Beginning with a small group and facing significant challenges, he has sho
The Search for the Answers of Life
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The Search for the Answers of Life
The Search for the Answers of Life While he was attending Suankularb Wittayalai School, he had a chance to listen to Dhamma lectures, from many scholars, and that inspired him and his friends to esta
This text chronicles the journey of a young boy attending Suankularb Wittayalai School, who, inspired by Dhamma lectures, forms a Buddhist Youth Society. His passion for understanding life leads him t
Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
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Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
Each centre has regular meditation practise and activities including offering sustenance to Buddha on every first Sunday of the month, dedicating merit to the decreased, releasing fish and other creat
Each centre hosts regular meditation practices and activities like offering sustenance to Buddha, dedicating merit to the deceased, and releasing creatures. Special ceremonies are complemented by cour
Gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
I would like to thank Luang Phaw Dhammajayo the most for guiding us on life goal and answering why we were born. Luang Phaw has restored Buddhism and propagated Dhammakaya meditation, aiming at the at
In Taipei, Taiwan, Sukasen Maitritij Supannanonn expresses deep gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo for guiding individuals on their life's purpose and the profound question of existence. Luang Phaw's
The Four Important Roles Parents Must Play in Raising Good Children
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The Four Important Roles Parents Must Play in Raising Good Children
In addition to being good parents and performing parental duties, they should also assume the following roles: 1. The role of a teacher. Parents must teach children to discern what is right and wr
Parents play a pivotal role in shaping their children’s lives beyond just fulfilling basic parental duties. They must act as teachers, guiding children in distinguishing right from wrong and modeling
The Impact of Parental Responsibility on Child Behavior
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The Impact of Parental Responsibility on Child Behavior
Children often encounter problems later in life because the parents did not fulfill these responsibilities. Why Do Some Children Behave Badly? Our ancestors provided us with a very interesting answer
Children often face challenges later in life due to insufficient parental guidance. Ancestral wisdom highlights that many parents fail to distinguish right from wrong and inadvertently model bad behav
Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
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Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
"Luang Phaw, I feel like my father takes unfair advantage of my mother. He doesn’t care about his children and only looks after himself. He is only concerned about his own wellbeing. During tough time
In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their family. Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding familial roles and the moral respons
The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
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The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
The physical heart is an organ. Nowadays, doctors can stop the beating of the heart while operating on a patient with heart problems and are able to restart the beating once the operation is finished.
บทความนี้ศึกษาความแตกต่างระหว่างหัวใจทางกายภาพกับหัวใจทางจิตวิญญาณ โดยยกตัวอย่างจากพระไตรปิฎกที่บอกถึงแนวคิดที่ไม่เป็นที่รู้จักในสมัยนั้น เช่น การมีจักรวาลมากกว่าหนึ่งจักรวาล และความสำคัญของการสร้างบุ
Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
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Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
bad deeds, in his last moment of life, he will experience great suffering. "As a daughter, you should stay close to your father. When the chance arises, give your father a Dhamma talk; bring him f
The passage highlights the significance of remaining close to a dying parent, suggesting actions like giving Dhamma talks, offering alms, and encouraging chanting to alleviate suffering. It emphasizes
Understanding the Fruitful Elderly: A Guide to Altruism and Wisdom
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Understanding the Fruitful Elderly: A Guide to Altruism and Wisdom
The second type of elderly person is called “A Fruitful Person,” a philanthropist or altruist. Throughout their lives, these elderly people have diligently earned their livelihood, and are well prepar
The second type of elderly individual, termed 'A Fruitful Person', exemplifies philanthropy and self-sufficiency. These individuals have not only prepared well for their later years but have also enga
The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Carefulness in Buddhism
"Bhikkhus,5 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 degenerat.ion. Thus, you should cont
In this discourse, it is emphasized that impermanence is a fundamental nature of all living beings. To be mindful and careful is paramount in avoiding recklessness, which can lead to misconduct. By di
Characteristics of a True Buddhist
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Characteristics of a True Buddhist
are like any of them and if we have performed our duties as true Buddhists yet or not. A true Buddhist must exhibit the following characteristics: 1) Belief in the Lord Buddha’s Enlightenment. It is
This text outlines the defining characteristics of a true Buddhist, emphasizing belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment, adherence to the 5 precepts, understanding the Law of Kamma, and maintaining
Survival of Buddhism and the Dhammakaya Temple
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Survival of Buddhism and the Dhammakaya Temple
hoped that future generations would study Buddhism to gain a correct understanding of the realities of life. Thus, if our ancestors were still alive, we can imagine how they would feel about our carel
The survival of Buddhism in Thailand is under threat due to abandoned temples and corrupt practices. The Dhammakaya Temple, however, stands resilient, guided by Buddhist principles imparted by its fou
Yuwakalayanamitra Daily Activities
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Yuwakalayanamitra Daily Activities
Daily activity starts from 5.30 onwards. Yuwakalayanamitra wake up by songs, sweet voices or even body-shaking by mentors, then make bed (with mentors helping), brush teeth and drink water, and go to
The daily activity schedule for Yuwakalayanamitra begins at 5.30 AM with wake-up music or mentor interactions, including tasks like making beds and maintaining hygiene. Mentors oversee the well-being
Yuwakalayanamitra Activities
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Yuwakalayanamitra Activities
When we miss We meet for merit - making Meeting at the Post N7 On Sundays, Yuwakalayanamitra meet at the Post N7 of International Dhammakaya Hall to make merits together. Retreat Yuwakalayanamitra c
Yuwakalayanamitra gathers every Sunday at Post N7 in International Dhammakaya Hall for merit-making. Monthly camps involve meditation retreats at scenic locations. Alms-giving occurs each month at the
Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhism
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhism
91 While it is possible for a Paccekabuddha to teach an individual which finally leads to that person's enlightenment, he does not teach to a multitude of people in the same way as a Buddha does. Henc
The text discusses the distinct nature of Paccekabuddhas, who can guide individuals toward enlightenment but do not teach the masses like Buddhas. Their teachings emphasize solitude and are succinct,
Buddhist Manuscript Formats in Dai Region
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Buddhist Manuscript Formats in Dai Region
Volume 98 Khuddaka-nikāya (小阿含经) and Volume 99 Majjhima-nikāya (中阿含经) are all in 5-line to 6-line format manuscripts; Volume 100 Digha-nikāya (长阿含经) is in 4-line to 5-line-format. The jäṭaka Wexiandal
Volume 98 Khuddaka-nikāya and Volume 99 Majjhima-nikāya are primarily in 5-6 line formats, while Volume 100 Digha-nikāya is formatted with 4-5 lines per page. The jäṭaka Wexiandala represents a key Bu
The Virtue of Abounding: Chalaṅgādāna Sutta
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The Virtue of Abounding: Chalaṅgādāna Sutta
24 The Virtue of Abounding 5. Chalaṅgādāna Sutta Bhikkhus, it is not easy to account for the merits of a gift endowed with these six factors as, it is a yield of merit, a yield of good, a bringer
The Chalaṅgādāna Sutta underscores the significance of gifts endowed with six essential factors, highlighting their immeasurable merits. The passage illustrates how such gifts yield goodness and contr
The Significance of Giving in Difficult Times
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The Significance of Giving in Difficult Times
45 AN 9.20, PTS: A IV 392: translated from the Pali by Thanissaro Bhikkhu 46 The Commentary states that Anathapindika is here referring to alms that he gives to the poor; his alms to the Sangha remain
This passage discusses a teaching from the Buddha to Anathapindika, emphasizing that even in times of famine when one can only offer coarse food, the act of giving remains valuable. The commentary hig
The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
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The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
68 The Virtue of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to feed one non - returner, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed 100 oncereturners. "If one were to feed one arahant, that
In the Velama Sutta, the text highlights the profound impact of offering food to individuals with high spiritual attainment. It asserts that feeding a single non-returner yields greater merit than fee