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Senior Citizens Never fear from the concerns of the more senior citizens in society is courage in the face if coming of death. Many old people are uncomfortable with the approach of death and for some

Many senior citizens grapple with the fear of death and the possibility of neglect from loved ones. Some choose to distract themselves with material comforts or focus on their grandchildren rather tha

T HE FUTURE There is still a long way to in the promotion of social harmony and everlasting peace in the world because the scale of the task is enormous and there is no previous perfect example which

The future holds the possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedication. The Dhammakaya Foundation plays a crucial role in offering education in virtue and medita

5. If you find that you cannot dissuade the mind from wandering, then your mind needs an inner object as a focus for attention. Gently imagine that a bright, clear, crystal ball, the size of the tip o

In this meditation guide, you'll learn to find inner focus using the visualization of a crystal ball at the center of your body. Initially, if your mind wanders, gently bring it back by imagining a br

Alms Gathering (Pindapata) Pindapata is a Pali word literally meaning the receiving of rice in an alms bowl. Monks are forbidden to cook or prepare their own meals. Monks must wait for food to be off

Pindapata, derived from Pali, refers to the practice of monks receiving rice in their alms bowls. Monks are prohibited from cooking, relying instead on the offerings from others. This tradition unders

4. Feel that your body is empty space, without organs, muscles or tissues. Gently and contentedly rest your attention at a point near to the seventh base of the mind – at the center of the body. Whate

This text provides practical guidance on meditation techniques aimed at achieving a state of inner calm and heightened awareness. It suggests visualizing a crystal ball at the center of the body and u

Introduction of our actions having brought this suffering of disharmony into our lives and seek to address the causes that are creating and accumulating bad karma. And our accumulated karma designate

This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec

In this prison there is punishment. It is not normal punishment like whipping or torture, which comes to an end; the punishment in this prison goes on forever and ever. Ageing, sickness, death and bir

This content discusses the perpetual punishment of existence, highlighting how suffering is inherent in our lives through age, sickness, and basic needs. It emphasizes the necessity for mindful teachi

When doing honest work the mind becomes less clouded, becoming brighter, which will help facilitate the practice of meditation. This will be the beginning step to reach the inner light and the absolut

Honest work illuminates the mind, paving the way for successful meditation. This journey creates good habits and positive energy, fostering happiness and health. Conversely, dishonest actions breed ne

children, we do not necessarily teach so much through words, but by example through our actions. But to train children, there needs to be a teacher/trainer. Let us look more closely at the example o

This text examines the influence of parenting on children's development, emphasizing that actions speak louder than words. By analyzing different approaches to feeding and teaching children, it reveal

TRAINING FOR LIVING AND TRAINING FOR LIFE The True Goal of Education True education is akin to an elementary level of achieving three different levels of wisdom or knowledge. The wisdom from listenin

True education encompasses attaining wisdom through listening, analyzing, and ultimately through meditation. The journey to enlightenment involves purifying the mind from kilesa. Just as a fisherman n

The extracted text from the image is: ----------- Chapter 4 Those who meditate with consistency will have good emotions, and can easily see and understand the truth that everyone has good and bad in

Chapter 4 emphasizes the significance of regular meditation in helping individuals recognize the duality of good and bad within themselves and others. By understanding this balance, people can cultiva

29. KHUN YAI'S STORY 43. SELF 44. 01. Examine yourself 45. 02. Contemplate with dhamma 46. 03. Save yourself first 47. 04. Rely on yourself 48. 05. How to relieve suffering 49. 06. Teach

เรื่องราวของคุณใหญ่ที่มุ่งเน้นการพัฒนาตนเองผ่านการตริตรองและธรรมะ เน้นการรักตนเองและสร้างบุญเพื่อประโยชน์ทั้งต่อตนเองและผู้อื่น มีการกล่าวถึงความสำคัญของเวลาและการเตรียมตัวสำหรับอนาคต ข้อคิดเกี่ยวกับก

52. MEDITATIVE POWER When it comes to meditation, I have practiced thoroughly and became so proficient that I can comprehend everything, knowing what and where everything is. When it comes time to m

This text discusses the practice of meditation, highlighting the author's proficiency in achieving a deep understanding and focus during sessions. The author emphasizes the importance of separating me

4. Feel that your body is an empty space, without organs, muscles or tissues. Gently and contentedly rest your attention at a point near the seventh base of the mind at the center of the body. Whateve

This text provides guidance on meditation practices that help practitioners focus their minds and achieve deeper states of inner peace. The method involves visualizing a crystal ball at the center of

"Friend, I understand not a hidden story like this. Catch the thieves and bring them to me." Then the Bodhisatta said, "Hear then this, sire, and understand." And he told yet another tale. 2) "My lo

In this tale from the Jataka, a potter digging clay in a mountain-cave meets tragedy when a storm causes a flood that injures him. His lament reveals that the very source of his livelihood has become

Western Buddhist Model Uthit Siriwan Abstract Purpose of this article aims to analyze “current situation” of Buddhism in the West in three parts. Firstly, Propagation of Buddhism in the West will be

This article by Uthit Siriwan explores the current situation of Buddhism in the West, analyzing its propagation methods, summarizing existing models, and forecasting future trends. The discussion high

อาจารย์ลือพงศ์ ลีลพัง นักวิจัยสร้างสรรค์ สำนักงานคณะมนิธรรมศากล วัดพระธรรมกาย เส้นทางมหาปูชนียาจารย์ คงจะถึงเวลาที่เราจะได้เข้ามาสูงสมบูรณาญในปี พ.ศ. ๒๕๖๒ ที่สาวซึ่งเป็นนักศึกษามหาวิทยาลัยเกษตรศาสตร

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be practised by anyone, giving access to the highest attain- ments — even attainments on a par with that of the Lord Buddha himself. That the Buddha was able not only to understand Dhamma teachings, b

The Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta serves as the foundational teaching of Buddhism, delivered by the Buddha to the group of five monks. It encapsulates essential principles that are crucial for anyone wi

4.1 The Path as the Escape from the Cycle of Existence This is the direct definition of the Noble Truth of the Path to the End of Suffering. Whosoever wishes to traverse the ocean of the Cycle of Exis

This text discusses the Noble Eightfold Path as the essential means to traverse the Cycle of Existence and end suffering. It illustrates the overwhelming nature of this cycle, marked by the suffering

attachment and can therefore lead to suffering. The reason that attachment to the Five Aggregates causes suffering is that they belong to the mundane world [lokiya] and are therefore referred to as ‘A

The Aggregates of Clinging plays a pivotal role in Buddhist teachings on suffering, highlighting how attachment to the Five Aggregates leads to various forms of suffering. While individuals reaching t