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Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
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Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
squeezes us, controls us and wears us down to perform all kinds of bad deeds shamelessly. Then when we perform the b…
The text discusses how defilements control individuals, leading them to perform bad deeds and suffer consequences. It highlights the…
The Importance of Sacrifice in Family Dynamics
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The Importance of Sacrifice in Family Dynamics
4) Sacrifice or カgа is the means to correct the problem of selfishness. Charity means sacrifice. There are 3 types: 1) Sacrifice …
This text discusses the significance of sacrifice in family relationships, emphasizing that true generosity involves putting fam…
Understanding the True Essence of Marriage
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Understanding the True Essence of Marriage
own personal desires, and the husband and wife do not combine their incomes from the beginning, that me…
The text discusses the misconceptions surrounding marriage, highlighting the need for couples to prioritize mutual support and un
The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
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The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
After one gets married, the foundation of one's life lies in sacrifice for each other. If ever we become sel…
After marriage, a strong foundation is built on mutual sacrifice. Selfishness can lead to divorce or serious issues. Sacrif…
Essential Factors for a Successful Marriage
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Essential Factors for a Successful Marriage
clash with each other, or for them not to clash with their in-laws. No matter what, there is always a chance that this can happen. The …
This text explores the importance of emotional regulation in marriages, emphasizing training before marriage to manage disagreement…
Understanding Self-Dependence in Marriage
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Understanding Self-Dependence in Marriage
hope that you will find someone else to help you with the many things in life. There are some who get married because the…
In a marriage, expectations can lead to disappointment if not grounded in self-dependence. Many marry …
Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
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Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
A person who has the Dhamma for Laypersons (Gharāvās-dhamma) must display four regular habits: 1. Habit o…
A person who follows the Dhamma for Laypersons exhibits four habits: responsibility, self-training, enduranc…
Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
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Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
that warn, "Sweet words are more devastating" or "Sweet beginning, bitter ending" or "Sweet mouth, sour botto…
This text discusses the concept of the 'Beauty of Mind,' emphasizing responsibility through the use of four requisites: clothin
The Power of Endurance and Gentleness
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The Power of Endurance and Gentleness
When a situation arises that requires endurance, we must try to calm our minds as if we have a volcano i…
When faced with challenging situations, it's crucial to calm the mind as if a volcano is ready to erupt.…
Metaphors for Mind Purification
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Metaphors for Mind Purification
gentleness in their minds. So they converted these virtues into metaphors for practical purposes, which…
This text delves into four magic forms of conduct symbolizing virtues for mental clarity, derived from natural observat…
Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
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Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
Humans also have eyes. We must train our eyes to be like bamboo knots, because the most important aspect …
This text emphasizes the significance of controlling what we see and hear for maintaining a calm and positive mind. By training o…
The Value of Honest Work
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The Value of Honest Work
honest with every job they did throughout their lives, they could tell their stories proudly: “Ever si…
The text emphasizes the importance of working honestly, regardless of the job's status. It advocates for a proud acceptance of all h…
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
When we receive fortune, prestige, recognition or happiness, our minds will remain calm, not overwhelmed…
This text discusses the importance of understanding the Three Characteristics of existence: Impermanence, Suffering, and Non-self. I…
Keeping Love Alive (Cherishing Love)
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Keeping Love Alive (Cherishing Love)
Chapter 3 **Keeping Love Alive (Cherishing Love)** In the book *Thirty-eight Universal Steps to Eternal Happiness*, c…
In Chapter 3 of 'Thirty-eight Universal Steps to Eternal Happiness', the Venerable Teacher Monk Somcha…
Five Responsibilities of a Husband and Wife in Marriage
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Five Responsibilities of a Husband and Wife in Marriage
Five Responsibilities of a Husband to His Wife 1.1 Appreciation. The husband should openly respect her as his …
In a traditional marriage, husbands have key responsibilities to appreciate, consult, and support thei…
The Mother of Great Kindness within the House
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The Mother of Great Kindness within the House
Despite the behavior of one spouse, one should never waver from the Dhamma. Occasionally, the husband may go astray or the wif…
This text highlights the importance of adhering to Dhamma even amidst challenges in marriage. It discusses the teachings in Buddhism …
Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
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Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
Who was Lady Visakha? Visakha, a supreme Upasika [a Buddhist laywoman], was a very important person in Buddhism. She was responsible for the construction of Wat Bupphara…
Lady Visakha was a prominent Upasika who played a vital role in Buddhism. She built Wat Buppharam in Savatthi, contributing a…
The Birth of a Meritorious Person
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The Birth of a Meritorious Person
Chapter 5 The Birth of a Meritorious Person Everyone feels excited when there is a new addition to the family. Some of these families are so e…
This chapter discusses the elation families experience with the arrival of a new child. It poses deep questions about human existence,…
Teaching Your Unborn Child: The Spiritual Aspect of Conception
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Teaching Your Unborn Child: The Spiritual Aspect of Conception
Being born a human requires not only the combination of the father's sperm and the mother's egg, but als…
Being born requires the combination of sperm and egg alongside spiritual factors. Good parents can influ…
The Fable of Teaching Your Unborn Child
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The Fable of Teaching Your Unborn Child
Chinese people understood this well. They even have a fable called "Teaching your Unborn Child" that has…
This story emphasizes the importance of teaching good virtues even before a child is born, illustrated by the actions of two sisters d…