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"Bhikkhus," my duties that are of benefit and support to you are now complete. I now wish to remind you that the nature of all living creatures is impermanence and degeneration. Thus, you should conti

In Buddhism, carefulness is essential for maintaining virtue and reducing the chances of misconduct. As beings with limited lifespans, it is vital to perform wholesome actions. The state of mind influ

128. MAKE RESOLUTIONS EVEN WHEN MAKING SMALL MERITS Even when you make small merits, make resolutions to never run into fools¹ (immoral people), but to surround yourself with only the virtuous. 129.

การทำบุญถือเป็นโอกาสที่ดีในการตั้งปณิธาน เพื่อให้เราได้อยู่ห่างจากคนที่ไม่ดีและมีชีวิตที่บริสุทธิ์ในทุกช่วงชีวิต การตั้งปณิธานนี้รวมถึงการสร้างความเข้าใจในธรรมะ การมีสุขภาพที่ดี และสามารถทำบุญได้อย่าง

106. HELP FROM MERIT A layperson asked if she ran into obstacles and was far away from me, what she should do to get help from me (through my power of virtue). I advised her to recall the virtues from

This text offers insights into the power of merit and how it helps individuals overcome obstacles and achieve success. It emphasizes that the virtues gained from good deeds can assist in difficult tim

Support one another in achieving merit! While you are still young, use that youthful energy to support the work of Buddhism. Make a wish for your good work to bring you good merit. The more determin

This text discusses the significance of supporting one another in achieving merit within Buddhism. It emphasizes using youthful energy for good deeds and highlights that determination influences the a

67. ONE DROP AT A TIME FILLS UP A JAR Together, each tiny drop of water can fill up a big jar. Likewise, each act of good deed will fill up your "jar" of virtue. But with no good deed done at all, you

This text emphasizes the importance of small, consistent good deeds as a means of filling one's 'jar' of virtue. It highlights that personal efforts and merits shape one's fate, advocating for the pur

40. RECEIVING GUESTS Receiving guests who inquire for your help is not easy. We must learn the proper way to do it. Although we must cater to them, we must also maintain our moral nature, especially

Receiving guests seeking guidance can be challenging. It is essential to cater to them while upholding our moral nature and Dhamma. Guests often share their struggles, which can distract us from our p

Phra Rathapala explained to the Raja that he had his own four reasons for ordination these having been taught to him by Lord Buddha. That in one's life there are two types of suffering: suffering that

Phra Rathapala shares insights on suffering as taught by Lord Buddha, emphasizing the unavoidable suffering from past lives and the avoidable suffering caused by desire. Key points include the inevita

Suzanne Jeffrey “The Dhamma is sphere shaped. If we put our mind in the center of the Dhamma, then we will be bright all of the time and get rid of our defilements. Center of the center, middle of th

In this insightful discussion, Luang Por elaborates on the nature of Dhamma, emphasizing that if we center our minds in Dhamma, we can attain clarity and diminish our defilements. He explains that whi

Meeting #2 22 August 2008 - Ashram After our last meeting with Luang Por, Jon has requested another one. Why he did this, I do not know. What do you ask a man who seems to know everything? Thinking t

This entry describes a poignant meeting at the Ashram with Luang Por, a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. The narrator contemplates their own secrets and the profound connection felt with the mo

sleep with happiness, wake with happiness, and go about our daily duties with happiness. This aspect alone is enough of a reason for someone to meditate. Happiness derived from a mind that is peacefu

Meditation promotes lasting happiness derived from a peaceful mind, enabling individuals to face life's challenges unscathed. It helps purify mental impurities, enhances cognitive faculties, and unloc

3. Purify the mind: Keep one's mind bright and clear all the time, while inhaling and exhaling. If a person inhales and does not exhale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of

This text emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation. It explains how a person's mental state can determine their spiritual fate in the afterlif

Journey to Joy 262 huge mansion. Reaching the moon inside, I felt inner delight. A while later, I saw the moon floating in front of me, and just observed it. After just a moment, it automatically move

In this excerpt from 'Journey to Joy', the author shares a profound experience of meditation that leads to inner delight and realization of true happiness. Contrary to the belief that the mind is the

Part Five: Truth for the Family in our life is to live with purpose or meaning. The more we perform deeds that are purposeful and good, the more our life can be considered meaningful. To get the very

Part Five emphasizes that a meaningful life involves purposeful actions. It suggests avoiding evil, maximizing good deeds, and meditating to maintain a clear mind. The state of our mind at death impac

Part Five: Truth for the Family caution: We should know the mentality of the people around us! Initially, they may give us moral support. But once we advance too far and too fast, they may become anta

Part Five discusses the significance of understanding the timing and locality of our actions when seeking moral support from those around us. It highlights the Law of Kamma, explaining why good deeds

Part One: Family Life The fact that people all are born humans, but vary in the amount of happiness or dukkha (suffering) is an indication that the fruits of Kamma exist and their retribution is deriv

In this text, the relationship between Kamma and the varying levels of happiness or suffering (dukkha) among humans is examined. With insights from the Buddha's teachings, it emphasizes that our curre

Death & Rebirth Luang Por The normal goodbye with dead people is just to put them in the hospital, then into the refrigerator and then put them into the earth; into the tomb. I don't know why that hap

This text discusses the changing rituals surrounding death, comparing modern practices to those of the past. It highlights a universal experience during dying, where individuals reflect on their past

3. Purify the mind: Keep one's mind bright and clear all the time, while inhaling and exhaling. If a person inhales and does not exhale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of

This text discusses the significance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation as key to life and decision-making. It emphasizes preparing for death by reflecting on pas

child to be born to her. When someone from a fortunate realm is ready to be reborn, he will choose the best and most generous mother. Once he enters the womb, he brings good fortune to his mother and

The text discusses the relationship between an unborn child and their mother's well-being, highlighting how the child's past good deeds influence the mother's experiences, such as morning sickness. It

Knowledge and Career Consequently, my income has increased like never before. I changed my home and business residence to a more beautiful and comfortable one. It's a calm and bright apartment in an e

My life has transformed dramatically through the acquisition of knowledge and the practice of meditation. With an increase in income, I relocated to a beautiful apartment near Lake Zurich, enjoying bo

What is a blessing? Blessing is called vara in the Pali language. The meaning of vara is progress and happiness. A blessing means the act of giving the very best. Therefore, when the elderly give a bl

Blessing, or vara in Pali, signifies giving the very best to loved ones. In Thai culture, it's a cherished tradition where elders bless their descendants, promoting progress and happiness. This nightl