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…--- ¹. Low Arts [tiracchānavijjā] are forms of knowledge or practice which stand in the way of the Path to Nirvana. They include charms to attract women, laying ghosts and fortune telling. Studying such …

This text discusses the Buddha's teachings on Right Livelihood, emphasizing the avoidance of 'low arts' such as fortune telling and the prohibition of harmful trades for monks and laypeople. In partic

mon wouldn't have been called 'Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta' if only the Four Noble Truths or Dependent Origina- tion or the Factors of Enlightenment were important — thus by the name of the sermon, we

…y-Seven Factors of Enlightenment and the process of Dependent Origination, ultimately aiding in the path to enlightenment.

tial a person might be, it doesn't merit any special consideration on suffering's part — all are equal in the face of suffering. Thus, realization of the reality of suffering for what it really is, to

…eachings. The text stresses the importance of acknowledging suffering as a fundamental truth in the path to enlightenment, underscoring that enlightenment does not exempt individuals from suffering, but r…

past, Ānanda and the rest of the monastic community were moved by the perils of the Cycle of Existence. Having completed his sermon, the Lord Buddha preached on the peril of Craving for the Brahmā-wor

… the wisdom gained from reaching arahantship can one truly eliminate suffering and its causes. This path highlights the importance of understanding and overcoming desire in order to achieve true liberatio…

previous factors — senses, sense objects and sense-con- sciousness — is implicated in the attachment we have to sensual pleasures. Again, each of the six senses has its own channel of sense-contact th

…heir cravings and cultivate a deeper awareness of their sensory experiences, ultimately fostering a path towards liberation from longing and attachment. For further insights, visit dmc.tv.

registration is implicated in the attachment we have to sensual pleasures. Again, each of the six senses has its own channel of sense-volition therefore there are a further six areas in which the prac

…importance of complete awareness and mindful engagement with these cravings is emphasized, offering pathways to deeper meditation practice and self-realization in overcoming the challenges posed by sensor…

… one can attain the Paṭhama Magga sphere, one will overcome all reluctance further to cultivate the path towards Nirvana. Thus the real meaning of 'all success' is the certainty of attaining Nirvana. It…

This text discusses the four functions of the mind and their impact on achieving success in Buddhist practice, as emphasized by Luang Phaw Wat Paknam. He speaks on the importance of reaching a state o

Stealing [adinnādāna]: Taking that which is not given; Committing adultery [kāmesumicchācarā]: abstaining from sexual relations outside marriage. 5. Right Livelihood The Lord Buddha taught his monks

This text discusses key principles of the Noble Eightfold Path, focusing on ethical conduct such as Right Speech, Right Action which includes abstaining from stea…

(also called the 'astral body' or 'dream body') all the way up to the various bodies of enlightenment. The meditator can see and consider bodies within the body by setting their attention to the centr

This text describes the meditative journey towards discovering inner bodies, known as the astral or dream body, and various spheres of awareness that lead to enlightenment. It details how focusing att

It is for this reason that the Lord Buddha advocated his monks to cultivate transcendental knowledge in order to put themselves beyond the reach of sensuality [kāma], unwholesomeness [akusalamadhaṃma]

The Lord Buddha encourages monks to attain transcendental knowledge to rise above sensuality and eradicate False View. Achieving the First Absorption endows practitioners with joy, happiness, and focu

…e sensuity [vatthukāmā] and mind-side sensuality [kilesakāmā] — entering upon the First Absorption [pathama-jhàna], the Second Absorption [duṭiya-jhàna], Third Absorption [tatiya-jhàna] and Fourth Absorpt…

Dieser Abschnitt behandelt die Achtsamkeit gegenüber Dhammas und die richtige Konzentration im Buddhismus. Die Achtsamkeit richtete sich sowohl auf innere als auch äußere mentale Phänomene, die erford

grasping [räga], hatred [dosa] and delusion [moha]. When the mind is sufficiently pure to be released from these three defilements, the mind will attain the Formless Brahma Body. The defilements assoc

…tinues to the Sakidägämi Body, marking progress toward diminishing defilements and advancing on the path of Buddhist sainthood. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

see that the six components of conduct are a path ahead which are free of all dangers bringing one surely to one's destination.

"Oh! When will I be able to leave this prosperous Mithila with its castles and towers, abundance of the four requisites?" The bodhisatva thought in this way for four months before he was able to ful

…y celestial beings. These themes highlight the significance of intention in shaping one's spiritual path and moral actions. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

by the tale of Sujāta, the younger sister of Viṣākha. This lady was the sister in law of Aṇṭhapiṇḍika but was very haughty because she inherited from a wealthy family. She had consideration neither fo

…ips. This story highlights the traditional Buddhist view on maintaining harmony in the home and the path to self-improvement through understanding one's role in relationships. For more insights, visit dmc…

… because of having taken the Precepts in advance are both examples of Right Action on the ‘mundane’ path [lokiyamagga]. The following account, by contrast tells us how killing can be abstained from by hav…

This text illustrates the significance of Right Action in Buddhist practice, showcasing a layman's resolute adherence to Precepts when confronted by a snake. The narrative emphasizes that true abstent

….2 Abstention from Stealing Abstention from stealing on the level of the transcendental [lokuttara] path is illustrated by the account of Khujjutar.a. Khujjutar.a was the handmaid of Sâmâvadi and five-hun…

In this text, the Buddha teaches that true nobility is defined by one's actions towards living beings. Ariya learns that harming others disqualifies him from being 'noble', resulting in his attainment

…at something, somewhere or someone is conducive to maintainance of and progress along the spiritual path and is composed of seven factors: 1. Somewhere to stay [āvāsa]; 2. Somewhere to procure food [ocara…

This text delves into the concept of Right Effort in the context of spirituality, illustrated through the practice of a hermit who maintained his serene life in Himavanta forest for 700 years, while a

… Mahākala made an offering, he would make the wish that he might forever be the first to attain the Path and Fruit of Nirvana during the dispensation of the next Buddha to come. Whenever there was the opp…

In the Pañcavaggiya, the Buddha's teachings resonated uniquely with Konḍaṇṅa, who attained stream-entry due to his extensive past merits and dedication. Born as Mahākāla, a rice-farmer during Vipassi

Appendix A. Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta for Pursuers of Perfection 1. Introduction In this Appendix we delve a little deeper into the meaning of the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta. The Dhammacakkapava

…dern readers. The Sutta serves as a brief but profound insight, showing how the Dhamma represents a path to enlightenment, likened to a jewelled wheel of a Universal Monarch. In times without a Buddha, a …