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72 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 56.Unfaltering For the moment, most of us have no idea how much merits we have. But when we attain the Dhammakaya, we will know it for ourselves. Therefore from this moment o

The text discusses the importance of pursuing perfection and inner wisdom, inspired by Khun Yay Ajahn's journey. It emphasizes overcoming negative emotions and viewing the body as a temporary vessel t

76 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 60.Dedication Conquers All No matter what good deeds we do, there will always be obstacles - it's always an uphill struggle. But consider this, no matter how high the hill it

This passage emphasizes the importance of dedication in overcoming obstacles, encouraging individuals to continue striving towards their goals, regardless of the challenges faced. Even small good deed

ELEMENTS OF BUDDHIST LIFESTYLE 64.Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya¹4 is going to be a great merit because it will allow us to get the upper hand in the struggle ag

The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya is a significant event in the Buddhist lifestyle, representing a merit that aids practitioners in overcoming Mara. It symbolizes the pursuit of the Unive

8 III. SOLUTIONS FROM WISDOM 60 Meditation Is the Source of Wisdom 62 Abate the Severe Consequences 64 The Mind as an Origin 66 The Power of Merit 68 Succeed by Thought 70 Courage and Wisdom 72 Merit

This section presents various solutions derived from wisdom, emphasizing meditation as a source of insight. It discusses the importance of merit in overcoming challenges and understanding the nature o

ERVICE S Ever since then, I have been watching the DMC program consistently. If I miss the program for a single day, I feel uncomfortable. After three months, I decided not to return the satellite dis

This narrative details a personal journey of embracing meditation and merit-making practices, overcoming familial challenges, and fostering a deeper connection with spirituality. The author describes

ERVICE I couldn't help thinking a lot, sometimes I kept thinking until midnight. One sleepless night, I decided to try meditating. I just sat and let time go by, waiting for myself to feel sleepy. I d

The narrative illustrates a woman's journey through meditation, revealing how it leads her to inner peace, emotional stability, and a better understanding of herself. Initially sleepless and contempla

10. Sotapanna Also known as the stream-enterer. The sotapanna is a partially-enlightened person, who has eradicated the first three fetters of the mind, that prevent freedom. Sotapannaship is the firs

This text provides insights into fundamental Buddhist concepts. It discusses the Sotapanna, which signifies a stream-enterer who has achieved partial enlightenment by overcoming initial mental fetters

Even the Lord Buddha, once enlightened, did not immediately return to Kapilavatthu City to give a Dhamma talk to his father. He realized that if he had done that, his father would not have listened. I

The text recounts how the Lord Buddha, after his enlightenment, did not immediately return to his father but chose to build his reputation first. He performed miraculous acts which helped his family s

2. Self-improvement (Dama) "The second virtue is to always improve oneself. I kept improving myself professionally. From an ignorant person, I kept advancing myself until I was able to be a good provi

In this chapter, the author discusses the essential virtues for self-improvement and personal growth. The second virtue emphasizes the importance of continuous self-enhancement, maintaining profession

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

Five Hindrances Hindrances are negative mental states that impede success in meditation. They consist of: Sensual Desire – craving for pleasure of the five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste and tou

The Five Hindrances are crucial negative mental states that can obstruct meditation success. They include Sensual Desire, which refers to craving for sensory pleasures that distract the mind. Ill will

Chapter 7 A Treasure that Cannot Be Bought World peace through inner happiness is less costly than any war, and its result is more effective and enduring. Fighting a war requires an immense budge

Chapter 7 emphasizes that world peace through inner happiness is more valuable and lasting than war. It underscores the necessity of overcoming mental defilements through meditation and energy concent

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips the world who are suffering as a result of war and conflict. Wish that everyone will stop taking advantage of one another in the name of greed, anger and ignora

Part Six discusses the importance of meditation in fostering peace and happiness. It emphasizes the need for mental purity during meditation to radiate positivity. The steps for effective meditation i

THE WORLD'S COMMON PROBLEMS IX Death is Certain 28 September 2003 Blaming your business problems is never a good excuse since obstacles occur when our merit energy is weak. Moreover, without merit fro

In this text, we discuss the inevitability of obstacles in life, particularly in business. It emphasizes that blaming external factors for these problems is unwise, as such obstacles arise when our me

SOLUTIONS FROM WISDOM XXV The Mind as an Origin Do not be overwhelmed with suffering. Keep your mind at peace in order to maintain equilibrium. The mind is the source of life energy, willpower, wisdom

This text emphasizes the need to maintain a peaceful mind in the face of suffering and life's difficulties. It highlights that the mind serves as the source of life energy, willpower, wisdom, and accu

THE WAY OF SOLITUDE XXXVI We Are What We Think 14 September 2004 If we know how to control our thoughts, we can focus our minds on positive things only and in this way we can enjoy everyday life. Our

This text emphasizes that our happiness is a direct result of our thought patterns. By focusing on positive thoughts, we can enhance our daily experience and overall well-being. The key message is tha

ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VIXV Win Their Hearts The way to win over the hearts of other people who are unkind to us is to learn to forgive and forbear. Similar to chopping sandal wood with an axe, even

The text emphasizes that overcoming unkindness with forgiveness and good deeds can transform relationships. Using the metaphor of chopping sandalwood with an axe, it illustrates that despite harsh tre

2) Dhamma for Education : - Respecting One's Teacher. 3) Dhamma for Marriage : - Jataka Stories on Women (Itthi) 4) Dhamma for General Management : - A Buddhist Way to Overcome Obstacles. - Good Emp

This text elaborates on Dhamma teachings applied to various life aspects including education with respect to teachers, marriage illustrated through Jataka stories of women, and management strategies e

Here is the extracted text from the image: Foreword In an attempt to give an insight into the charismatic approach and character of Luang Por, when confronted challenged by a question, even a questio

This text highlights Luang Por's charismatic teaching style, characterized by engaging, personal anecdotes and direct communication. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own learning be

Those who have full knowledge, ability and goodness must follow only this path in order to train themselves to keep up with the world and its people, and not surrender to defilements. Surely, if you

This text discusses the necessity of self-training and mind control in overcoming bad habits and the challenges of life. It emphasizes the importance of endurance in dealing with natural hardships, ph