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DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
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DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
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
…rney of self-improvement and positivity creates 'blessings' that enhance life’s auspiciousness. The narrative encourages individuals to embrace their final opportunity for spiritual growth, aiming to make the …
Understanding True Nature and Building Relationships
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Understanding True Nature and Building Relationships
35. SEEING THROUGH PEOPLE There is a parable about a fox that was raised as a lion. It is the fox's nature to eat excrement. But one fox was taken and raised like a lion. He was fed the finest meat an
…e of love over hatred. Embracing humility and understanding can lead to meaningful connections. The narrative stresses that arrogance leads to isolation, urging individuals to foster better relations with othe…
Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
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Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
60. I CHERISH MEDITATION During the time I attended Luang Por's super advanced meditation workshop at Paknam, I never left the temple and was there for the entire duration. Some people went home to se
…gained from attending a meditation workshop and personal challenges faced in building a temple. The narrative emphasizes the importance of dedication to meditation, the humility of true knowledge, and the vict…
The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
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The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
78. CALL UPON MERIT FOR HELP All good work takes good planning. When I built the Buddhad­hakka Center, I had to plan everything very carefully. I knew building an alms house (reformatory) at the Buddh
…ng life and highlights the importance of fostering merits to invite good resources and support. The narrative serves as a reminder that success often relies on the merits one cultivates, encouraging readers to…
The Importance of Merit in Buddhism
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The Importance of Merit in Buddhism
79. COME REAP YOUR MERIT Invite your friends to come and reap merit at the temple. I feel pity for them, fearing that they may find themselves erroneously trading into an unhappy realm. Persuade them
… accumulating merit is essential for advancing to a better state in life and achieving Nibbana. The narrative emphasizes the longer-term benefits of making merit, suggesting that those who embrace it now will …
Conquer Mara with Goodness
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Conquer Mara with Goodness
127. CONQUER MARA WITH GOODNESS Throughout my life I have done nothing but good deeds. I will keep doing so to further the purity of my body, speech and mind. This goodness will help me overcome the i
…e lifetimes. By committing to goodness, one can achieve enlightenment and avoid wrongful deeds. The narrative exudes optimism, conveying that with accumulated virtue, success against Mara is inevitable. The pu…
Overcoming Obstacles with Determination
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Overcoming Obstacles with Determination
I never give in obstacles. I always strive ahead with determination. I will try every which way to accomplish my goals. One day I fell in and could not even move my legs, but my will was strong. I wa
This narrative illustrates the importance of never giving up in the face of challenges. The author recounts a pers…
The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
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The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
144. WHATEVER YOU DO, DO IT SERIOUSLY Since I arrived at the temple, many people looked down at me and mistreated me, but I did not allow myself to be affected by them. Instead, I focused my attentio
…ead dedicating time to meditation, one can achieve a higher level of success and understanding. The narrative encourages viewers to look beyond negative behaviors and to understand their root causes, rather th…
Pursuing Virtue: The Silent Battle
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Pursuing Virtue: The Silent Battle
150. BATTLE IN SILENCE Pursuing virtue is not such an easy task. You have to fight, you have to endure, and you have to battle in silence. I build virtue. I fight silently. I rely on my merit for help
…ignificance of patience and the belief that truth will reveal itself in due course. Ultimately, the narrative encourages readers to cultivate inner strength and resilience in their quest for perfection. Visit …
Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
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Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
177. LEAVING HOME When I was a young girl about 11 or 12 years old, my father came home drunk one day. He was so drunk that he fell asleep on the ground outside the house while the rest of the family
In this poignant narrative, a young girl recounts the turmoil within her family as her father, under the influence of alcohol,…
The Story of Tambadathika
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The Story of Tambadathika
24 --- The Story of Tambadathika While residing at the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke this verse, with reference to Tambadathika, the executioner of thieves. Tambadathika served th
…uties and upon retirement, he celebrated with a ritual bath and a meal of sweet milk-porridge. This narrative reflects on the life and practices of individuals in the Buddha's time, highlighting themes of agin…
The Story of Mahadhana, a Merchant
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The Story of Mahadhana, a Merchant
32 social Studies 4 The Story of Mahadhana, a Merchant While residing at the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke this verse with reference to Mahadhana, a merchant from Varanasi. Once, a merchant f
The narrative follows Mahadhana, a merchant from Varanasi, who is delayed by heavy rains while trying to reach a …
The Urgency of Mindfulness and the Impending Death
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The Urgency of Mindfulness and the Impending Death
He is thinking that he would stay here and sell his goods the whole year. He is not aware that he would die here in seven days’ time. What should be done should be done today. Who would know that one
In this narrative, a merchant named Mahadhana is confronted with the reality of his impending death within seven days…
Confronting Grief: A Tale of Loss and Understanding
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Confronting Grief: A Tale of Loss and Understanding
Although the treasure had obtained the Fruit of Conversion, he was unable to bear the grief that arose within him. Accordingly, when he had performed the funeral rites over his daughter's body, he wen
In this touching narrative, a father mourns the loss of his modest and conscientious daughter, Sumana, and seeks solace from t…
The Maiden's Dilemma: Choosing Duty Over Desire
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The Maiden's Dilemma: Choosing Duty Over Desire
When the people of Alavi heard that the Teacher had come, they went to the monastery and invited him to be their guest. That maiden also heard that he had come, and her heart was filled with joy at th
…'s wishes, showcasing the struggle between personal aspirations and familial responsibilities. This narrative reveals the conflicts individuals face when balancing duty and desire, and the importance of honori…
Kochumukham: A Journey for a Maiden
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Kochumukham: A Journey for a Maiden
54 കൊച്ചുമുഖം Kochumukham The people of Alavi waited upon the Teacher and provided him with food, and when the meal was over, took his bowl and stood waiting for him to speak the words of rejoicing
In this narrative, the Teacher visits Alavi, where he is awaited and provided food. He is on a journey for a maiden w…
The Tale of the Maiden and Her Father
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The Tale of the Maiden and Her Father
Then the maiden took her shuttle-basket and went to her father. He was asleep even as he sat at the loom. Not observing that he was asleep, she presented the shuttle-basket. As she did so, the basket
This narrative recounts the tragic tale of a maiden who inadvertently causes her own death while visiting her fath…
The Story of Queen Mallika
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The Story of Queen Mallika
7 The Story of Queen Mallika While residing at the Jětavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke this verse, with reference to Mallika, queen of King Pasenadi of Kosala. One day, Mallika went into the bathro
This narrative reflects an incident involving Queen Mallika and her pet dog while she was bathing. The king, witne…
The Queen's Regret
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The Queen's Regret
The queen replied that she was only washing her face, her hands and her feet, and so was doing nothing wrong. Then she continued, "But, that room is very strange. If anyone went into that room, to one
…gles with her conscience until her death, ultimately resulting in her rebirth in Niraya (hell). The narrative explores themes of guilt, truth, and consequences, highlighting the queen's internal conflict and t…
The Consequences of Evil Deeds
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The Consequences of Evil Deeds
16 Clear-minded Youths - 2 Story of Three Groups of Persons The Buddha's answer to the third group: "Monks, once, seven cowheds saw an iguana going into a mound and, for fun, they closed all the outl
…vil actions through the tale of seven cowheds who trap an iguana and forget it for seven days. This narrative emphasizes that no one can escape the repercussions of their misdeeds, regardless of their location…