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be a sleeper!” He looks at me and almost winks. “We need to make boon continuously because, although we are born with boon, we don’t know how much we have when we are born. So we must continually make

In this enlightening dialogue, the necessity of creating 'boon' (goodness) continuously is discussed, emphasizing the intentional practices one must engage in to enhance their spiritual well-being. It

Meetings with a Dhamma Master the greatest possible goodness to humanity, the destruction of Mara, which is the behind-the-scenes influential power of evil in existence. For Christians, I suppose, th

In this enlightening dialogue with Luang Por, he emphasizes the importance of clearing one’s mind to combat Mara, the personification of evil similar to Satan in Christianity. Luang Por explains that

Suzanne Jeffrey We start to talk about general stuff like the weather and his health and how Jon and I are enjoying the Wat experience. I decide to start the questions, believe it or not, and so I ha

In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey shares her dialogue with a Theravada monk, discussing important Buddhist concepts such as boon, kilesa, and Mara. The monk provides insight into the 'Treasure Store Di

Suzanne Jeffrey The King and The Hermit Once upon a time, there was a King and Queen who lived in a beautiful castle, high on top of a mountain. Most of the time, everything was quite sabai (calm) b

Once upon a time, a King and Queen lived in a castle, ruling wisely until a problem arose. The Queen urged the King to seek the guidance of a hermit on a neighboring mountain. After a long journey, th

Luang Por: "Humans are categorized into two groups: either believing that the Unknown Factor exists, or believing that it does not exist. There are, of course, atheists, who say that the possibility e

Luang Por categorizes humans into two groups based on belief in the Unknown Factor, discussing atheists inclusively in those who believe. He elaborates on those who perceive this factor as necessary f

Suzanne Jeffrey ally does know me better than I know myself because he meditates 24/7. He sees people as they really are but chooses to focus on their finest characteristics - all unbeknownst to them

The text discusses the author's deep connection with a mentor who embodies confidence and wisdom through meditation. Despite not being born a Buddhist, the author feels a sense of familiarity. They sh

ฎำรา 36 ตลอดเวลา เพราะว่า ใจของข้าท่านรวมเป็นหนึ่งเดียวกับพระองค์ ๓ ৭ เชิงอรรถ 35 ( ต่อ ) ถูกเครื่องหมุนคือกรรมให้หมุนไป จึงหมุนไปอย่างนี้ ( ขุ.เถร ๑๘/๗๕๔/๔๓๙ แปลมจร ) มมธ: หมุนไปอยู่ด้วยเครื่องห

เนื้อหาเกี่ยวกับการวิเคราะห์คำศัพท์และแนวคิดทางพระพุทธศาสนา โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งเกี่ยวกับพ่าพุทธองค์และการตีความคำว่า "yatta" ที่มีความสำคัญในด้านการปฏิบัติ ความหมายและความเข้าใจในหลักการต่างๆ มีการกล่าว

Dummedha-Jātaka. "Exalted station breeds a fool great woe."—This story was told by the Master while at the Bamboo-grove, about Devadatta. For the Brethren had met together in the Hall of Truth, and w

The Dummedha-Jātaka recounts an episode from the life of the Buddha, where he reflects on the story of Devadatta. Jealous of the Buddha's wisdom and Perfections, Devadatta's madness led to his folly.

Nic Mush-wi. A Dhamma Master must have the right view in order to start, and to understand, how to bring about world peace. We know, of course, that we are all made of body, mind, and Dhamma, and wit

This text emphasizes the significance of the right view in attaining world peace, stating that Dhamma must be understood and implemented in one’s life. The essence of meditation tied to the eightfold

"Through meditation, we learn that we need to follow the eightfold path in order to meditate more profoundly and to continually improve. Every part of this path supports the other. For example, Right

Through meditation, following the Eightfold Path is essential for deeper practice and improvement. Each aspect of the path reinforces the others, aiding in cultivating better meditation. Adherence to

Meeting #17 18 March 2010 – Panawat Approximately two hundred teachers have gathered at Panawat from around Thailand, for several days of talks with Luang Por about being role models for their studen

Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa

Suzanne Jeffrey "When I was first starting out, before I met Luang Por Dhammajayo, I used to meditate on the outside, not the inside. This is a very powerful meditation, but I learned that it is not

Suzanne Jeffrey shares her journey from outside meditation to the more profound inside meditation. She emphasizes the need to understand the mind, which often distracts us, leading to lost energy. The

Suzanne Jeffrey they drank because of cultural values; but in order for them to stop their drinking and smoking, we needed to provide an opportunity for them to follow the five precepts – or more! “

The text discusses the journey of overcoming bad habits such as drinking and smoking by following the five precepts, which include associating with good people, listening to the Dhamma, and seeking tr

Meticulous with a Dharma Messenger If we are not mindful, then defilements become even more apparent to us. We must bring together concentration, effort, and meditation. They must all come together.

This text delves into the importance of mindfulness to combat defilements and achieve purity through meditation. It emphasizes the synergy of concentration, effort, and mindfulness. The Buddha's journ

Then thought the mahout to himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumble over the precipice and meet his death.” S

In this story, a mahout recognizes the exceptional training of his elephant and fears the king's intentions to harm it. He whispers words of encouragement to the elephant, urging it to reveal its powe

Dabbamallaputta escaped death twice. First when his mother suddenly passed away; under normal circumstances this would have meant death for the unborn child. However, he did not die. Second, when he e

Dabbamallaputta's life began with extraordinary survival, escaping death at birth and rising in the monastic community of Wat Jetavana due to his immense knowledge. Similarly, Rathapala, of noble birt

Contents Foreword: Phra Mongkhisompun, Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation Foreword: Phraratchaphalavison, President of the Dhammakaya Foundation 1. INTRODUCTION Quality of mind: mankind’s most pr

This text introduces the principles of Dhammakaya Meditation, highlighting the importance of quality of mind as a vital resource in life. It discusses the characteristic problems individuals face on t

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

Translator's Introduction I was indeed honored when I was approached to undertake this translation. It has not always been easy for me to keep in touch with my Buddhist heritage, having been born in E

In this introduction, the translator shares their journey of connecting with their Buddhist heritage while living in Europe. They express deep respect for Buddhism and the teachings of the Lord Buddha

ing teaches us principles that are relevant even in these modern times. In a world too often driven by expediency and instant results, ordaining asks us to be patient and look more carefully at both t

This text explores the concept of ordaining as a means to develop patience and self-reflection in our fast-paced world. A venerable monk teaches the significance of stillness through the metaphor of l