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Helping a Father Quit Drinking
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Helping a Father Quit Drinking
There was a student who approached Luang Phaw, seeking advice in helping his father to quit drinking, because every ti…
In this narrative, a student seeks advice from Luang Phaw to help his father quit drinking due to viol…
Helping a Parent Overcome Alcoholism
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Helping a Parent Overcome Alcoholism
At that time, my father was seventy years old. I wanted him to chant, meditate and purify his mind, and I hoped that he would accrue …
In this personal narrative, the author reflects on their father's battle with alcoholism as he aged. W…
Fathers That Children Hate
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Fathers That Children Hate
Chapter 26 Fathers That Children Hate Sometimes when a father is addicted to the roads to ruin, [Apyayumukha] and unable to be the …
Chapter 26 discusses the impact of a father's addiction on family dynamics, particularly the resentment children may feel towards their father when respons…
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 childre…
In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their …
Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
This question has prompted me to study Buddhism seriously, which has given me an understanding of life: 1. Deat…
This text delves into the principles of Buddhism, emphasizing the idea of rebirth and the impact of kamma on one’s life…
The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
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The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
2. Self-improvement (Dama) “The second virtue is to always improve oneself. I kept improving myself professionally. Fr…
This text discusses the four virtues that foster personal development. The first virtue emphasizes continuous self-improvement to advance one's career and …
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha
1. The mentor should have an unambiguous biography. There must be proof of his life history; it can not be vag…
The mentor should have a clear biography and proven life history. Lord Buddha fits this as His documented l…
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha: Good Deeds and Their Outcomes
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha: Good Deeds and Their Outcomes
We highly regard the Lord Buddha to be our ultimate refuge without reservation – with the knowledge that He was only human – because of His extreme wisdom, His understanding of h…
We regard the Lord Buddha as our ultimate refuge due to His wisdom and compassion. His teachings guide us towards eliminating defilements and achieving Nibbana. The chap…
The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
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The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
However, the first step in achieving this goal is to convince the parents that good deeds always bring good outcomes, and vice…
The text discusses the importance of understanding the Law of Kamma, emphasizing that good deeds ultimately yield good outcomes, th…
How Good Deeds Can Bring Good Outcomes
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How Good Deeds Can Bring Good Outcomes
Chapter 30 How Good Deeds Can Bring Good Outcomes It has always been a challenge to develop human beings to resist the temptatio…
Chapter 30 discusses the challenges of guiding children to embrace good deeds while resisting bad ones. It emphasizes the importance…
Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
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Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
But to be able to control their own behavior, they must fully understand the Law of Kamma. Then, when there is the opport…
Understanding the Law of Kamma is essential for controlling one's behavior and performing good deeds r…
Achieving Quality Results Through Focus and Effort
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Achieving Quality Results Through Focus and Effort
Knowing the objective of an undertaking is not enough to guarantee the quality of that effort. If a pe…
The content discusses the importance of wholeheartedly pursuing objectives without shortcuts to ensure high…
The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
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The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for w…
This text uses the metaphor of growing banana plants to illustrate that good deeds require time and favorable conditions to yield positiv…
Understanding the Law of Kamma
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Understanding the Law of Kamma
And for the one who has missed the objective entirely, he deserves nothing. And let him know that he i…
This excerpt discusses the importance of understanding the Law of Kamma, emphasizing that those who fail to meet objectives or cause ha…
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 …
บทความนี้ศึกษาความแตกต่างระหว่างหัวใจทางกายภาพกับหัวใจทางจิตวิญญาณ โดยยกตัวอย่างจากพระไตรปิฎกที่บอกถึงแนวคิดที่ไม่เป็นที่รู้จักในสมัยนั้น เช่น การมีจักรวาลมากกว่าหนึ่งจักรวาล และความสำคัญของการสร้างบุ
The Correct Way to Gain Merits
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The Correct Way to Gain Merits
In the chapter, "The Correct Way to Gain Merits" -In the morning, I will not eat before I have perform…
In this chapter from 'Good Question, Good Answer' by Venerable Phra Rajabha, the author outlines a dai…
The Importance of the Five Precepts
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The Importance of the Five Precepts
4. We shall not lie, utter profanity, speak nonsense, or use divisive words. 5. We shall not consume intoxicants …
The Five Precepts, known before the birth of Buddha, are vital for maintaining peace on earth. They quantify human behavi…
Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
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Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
Chapter 33 **Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand** Once, I had the chance to observe a senior …
In this chapter, a senior monk demonstrates how to simplify the Five Precepts for children. The focus …
Understanding the Five Precepts
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Understanding the Five Precepts
Do you know what the Five Precepts are? 1. One shall not kill. 2. One shall not steal. 3. One shall not commi…
This text introduces the Five Precepts of Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior. The narrativ…
Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
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Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
Yes, he will. And have you ever lied to him? Remember this, if you lie to somebody, they will feel less love for yo…
This text discusses the Fourth Precept, emphasizing that dishonesty diminishes love and trust. It relates this to the Fifth Precept, which forbids int…