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Mastering the Art of Handling Gossip and Compliments
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Mastering the Art of Handling Gossip and Compliments
… to the person who started it, because they are the first person to hear their own words. Our grandparents also remind us that, even if we do not get angry over these ill words, we should not immediately th…
…ul mind. Compliments should be met with rationality rather than infatuation. The wisdom of our grandparents emphasizes honesty and hard work, showing that a serene mind leads to better decisions in life. By …
The Value of Honest Work
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The Value of Honest Work
…erforming the good deeds, without any conditions and unwavering in the face of obstacles. Our grandparents focused on this Dhamma lesson because they realized that, even though we dedicate all our energy an…
The text emphasizes the importance of working honestly, regardless of the job's status. It advocates for a proud acceptance of all honest work, equating it with a clear conscience and a peaceful mind.
The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
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The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
…Some people fall sick. Some people can not find a solution and end up committing suicide. Our grandparents want us to be able to cope with the uncertainty of life that we never knew to expect. They use ever…
This content emphasizes the importance of maintaining a calm and unwavering mind amidst life's uncertainties. Drawing from the teachings of the Lord Buddha to Venerable Rahula, it illustrates the need
Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
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Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
Our grandparents advised that, for the mind to be as stable and solid as the earth, we must first realize that, in t…
ข้อความจากบรรพบุรุษระบุว่า เราต้องตระหนักว่าในโลกนี้มีทั้งความพอใจและความผิดหวัง ซึ่งสอนให้เรารู้จักการทำสมาธิเพื่อความสงบและเข้มแข็ง เมื่อเราประสบกับการสูญเสียหรือความวิตกกังวล ให้เรารักษาจิตใจให้เงี
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
…ill their minds like the earth that is uninfluenced by the *Eight Worldly Conditions*. Our grandparents always remind us to still our minds like the earth because they were able to see the world through…
This text discusses the importance of understanding the Three Characteristics of existence: Impermanence, Suffering, and Non-self. It emphasizes that fortune, prestige, and happiness are temporary and
The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
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The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
…to advance my career, to elevate my status, to provide for my family, and to take care of your grandparents. And when your great-grandparents were still alive, I made sure that they offered food to the monks…
This text discusses the four virtues that foster personal development. The first virtue emphasizes continuous self-improvement to advance one's career and resist vices. The second virtue focuses on en
Creating the Best in Oneself
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Creating the Best in Oneself
…ire family had to get up and contribute. When the monks came to receive the alms offering, the grandparents would lead the children to put the meal offering into the monks' alms-bowls. After the offering, t…
This text discusses how individuals can transform negative traits such as selfishness and anger into positive ones through self-improvement. It highlights the importance of acts of generosity and expl
The Importance of Generosity and Morality in Family Dynamics
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The Importance of Generosity and Morality in Family Dynamics
…an be created in oneself. 2) Eliminating anger by observing the precepts regularly. When the grandparents would wake at dawn, prior to preparing the alms meal, it would be their morning routine to gather t…
Family disputes over property and finances can deteriorate relationships. Ancestors encouraged their descendants to practice generosity, contributing to positive family dynamics. Teaching children to
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
…re taught morality, they became attached to Dhamma. They also enjoyed spending time with their grandparents because of reminders to do good deeds. In turn, the grandparents became respected by the children a…
…nd virtue. Meditation played a key role in maintaining peace and resisting temptations, making grandparents sources of wisdom and moral guidance. This cycle of teaching and blessing solidified their status a…
Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
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Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
…ter the clear explanation, the respected senior monk shared his belief that: "Those who become grandparents or are respected individuals must now prepare for a way to give a powerful blessing, should the occ…
In this text, a senior monk shares insights on the importance of generosity and the practice of giving blessings. He emphasizes that those preparing for life's final chapter should cultivate good deed
Contributing a Buddha Image - The Body of Enlightenment
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Contributing a Buddha Image - The Body of Enlightenment
…t understand the true reason behind this tradition. As a result, they do not support their own grandparents’ practices. For this reason, the elderly regrettably miss a great opportunity to make significant m…
This chapter discusses the tradition of donating Buddha images, a practice favored by ancestors for gaining spiritual merit. It highlights how wealthier individuals traveled to temples to contribute i
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
…learly understand the importance of contributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to perform such great merit. I would like to take this opportunity to share with you…
This text emphasizes the importance of donating Buddha images as a means of showing gratitude towards the Lord Buddha and contributing to spiritual merit. It discusses the concept of Bodhisattas, indi
The Importance of Right View in Education
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The Importance of Right View in Education
…ou do. The tradition in Thailand, when the children were growing up, was to gather around the grandparents in the evening and the children would tell the grandparents what good actions they had performed th…
Understanding Right View is essential in teaching, applicable to all subjects including math and biology. This profound understanding affects afterlife beliefs, making education crucial in guiding stu