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The Duties of Grateful Children
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The Duties of Grateful Children
"even when your parents have passed away, your duty as a grateful son or daughter is not finished. Apart from taking responsibility for organizing a fitting funeral, a grateful son and daughter will d
…nce of organizing a respectful funeral and conducting meritorious deeds regularly, transferring the merits to deceased parents. The text encourages readers to instill values in their own children, teaching …
Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
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Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
…e wholesome deeds to create our holy blessing. For instance, you may say that, “May you receive the merits I have done and achieve prosperity, good health, and wisdom.” "It is not too late for elderly indiv…
In this text, a senior monk shares insights on the importance of generosity and the practice of giving blessings. He emphasizes that those preparing for life's final chapter should cultivate good deed
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
…ce can provide a peaceful environment both physically and mentally. And in doing so, one can accrue merits in the religious world. Even when returning to the secular world, one will work with a refreshed, j…
The text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultiv
The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
… This is just a summary of all the benefits the contributor will gain. These are just the fruits of merits that are easily understood. If the reader practices meditation and studies the biography of the Lor…
Those not born during Buddha's time must seek refuge in His teachings. Our ancestors, through meditation, recreated His image in Buddha statues, enriching our faith and spiritual knowledge. Contributi
Activities at YUWA CAMP
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Activities at YUWA CAMP
…irst day of the camp, at 14.30, Yuwakalayanamitra either learn Buddhist culture or make and receive merits through cleaning. On other days, they do art or other creative activities, except on two days befor…
At YUWA CAMP, participants engage in learning Buddhist culture or performing merit through cleaning. They enjoy sports like football and badminton during free time. A special board allows them to expr
Afternoon Activities at YUWA CAMP
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Afternoon Activities at YUWA CAMP
…Stations Yuwakalayanamitra are taught by mentors about merit-receiving, the activity which involves merits-making through doing publicly useful work. The learning includes lecture, demonstration and actual …
Afternoon activities at YUWA CAMP involve the Yuwakalayanamitra participating in various recreational and educational tasks. Meditation is practiced in both indoor and outdoor settings to enhance effe
The Significance of the Tusita Realm
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The Significance of the Tusita Realm
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
…main reasons drive these wise individuals to prefer rebirth in this realm despite their accumulated merits allowing for choices in other realms. Firstly, the lifespan in the Tusita Realm is ideal; it is nei…
Kochumukham: A Journey for a Maiden
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Kochumukham: A Journey for a Maiden
…he meal was over, took his bowl and stood waiting for him to speak the words of rejoicing (with the merits of the donors). Thought the Teacher, ‘I came here on a journey of thirty leagues for the sake of a …
In this narrative, the Teacher visits Alavi, where he is awaited and provided food. He is on a journey for a maiden who has yet to appear. He remains silent to emphasize the significance of her presen
Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
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Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
The Voice of Abstaining 7. Velama Sutta “If one were to develop even just one whiff of a heart of good will, that would be more fruitful than... if one with a confident mind were to undertake the tra
…eveloping even a small amount of good will is more fruitful than significant material offerings and merits. It illustrates how nurturing the perception of inconstancy can surpass the value of feeding numero…
The Venture of Absorbing
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The Venture of Absorbing
The Venture of Absorbing 10. Pūjā - Kiriya - vatthu Here, bhikkhus, a certain person has done meritorious actions founded on giving gifts significantly, meritorious actions founded on virtues signifi
…eborn among the gods of creation. It highlights how certain divine beings, like Sunimitta, excel in merits such as longevity, beauty, and various pleasures, surpassing others through their superior actions.
Cultivating Your Merit Sphere: A Guide to Mindfulness
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Cultivating Your Merit Sphere: A Guide to Mindfulness
…ibit your progress. Your objective is to still your mind at the Seventh Base by reflecting on your merits in a nice and easy way. Whether the sphere will appear clearly to you or not depends on how refined…
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 Motives and Challenges of Ordination
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The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
…nt**, a person who has rid his mind of all impurities. Some of these **Arahants** accumulated great merits over past lives. One child of only seven years of age even after listening only briefly to the teac…
The text discusses the difficulties faced by individuals when choosing ordination, which requires strong inner desire and familial support. It recounts the story of Lord Buddha's own decision to ordai
The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
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The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
…rming Vatta serves constantly to remind us of the virtues of the Triple Gem, frees our mind for the merits that we will receive, and strengthens our faith. Once you strengthen your faith over and over again…
Chanting in Buddhism plays a crucial role in enhancing faith and preserving teachings of the Buddha. It reminds practitioners of the virtues of the Triple Gem and helps them avoid temptation. Historic
The Importance of Dhamma in Young Lives
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The Importance of Dhamma in Young Lives
into the wrong hands, then this will result in death and destruction. These are people who do not have Dhamma within them." 4. You will have the opportunity to improve your self-discipline. You will
…and teamwork. It highlights the benefits of meditation for inner peace, which enhances studies. The merits gained through good deeds allow youth to feel proud and free from regret as they look back on their…
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
…nt practices in the journey towards enlightenment. The castle's design serves as a metaphor for the merits earned throughout one's life, shaping the spiritual journey of the individual.
The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
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The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
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
…mizing the benefits of good deeds during your stay. This commitment ensures that followers collect merits to carry into future existences. By working together and helping one another, everyone contributes…
The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Meditation
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The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Meditation
…as capable of self teaching was because I had meditated a great deal in my previous existences. The merits gained from my meditation in the past lives have given rise to the knowledge and wisdom that enable…
The author shares her lifelong passion for cleanliness and orderliness, rooted in a disciplined upbringing at Wat Paknam. Through meditation, she recalls past lives that have contributed to her self-t
The Importance of Merit and Time
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The Importance of Merit and Time
…to do something good, do it now and do it well. Do only good things. When you make merit, you take merits with you as your blessing. When you commit wrongdoings, you carry demerits with you as your curse. …
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
Priceless Treasure and the Importance of Merit
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Priceless Treasure and the Importance of Merit
… (Buddhaak Center?) to the Buddhists* in Nibbana. All of us will benefit from this transcendental merits. Maintain this great merit by keeping our Temple pure and clean. Let Luang Por (Dhammajaya) know ev…
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Lessons from Khun Yai: Embracing Life and Death
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Lessons from Khun Yai: Embracing Life and Death
…ld. It is time you thought of yourself more and prepared for your own spiritual future. Make merit. Merits and demerits are the only things you can take with you to the next life.” February 24, 1991
In these teachings, Khun Yai emphasizes the inevitability of visiting the temple, especially regarding death and the afterlife. No matter our life stage, we all will face the consequences of our actio