personal narrative : ​ค้นหาหนังสือธรรมะ หน้า 3 / 32

Journey to Joy Supanee Kude & Family Suparb Harnkanitwatana Suparn-Chutima Pantasuporn Supun Tiptipakorn Surachai Makmee Ubolratchatani Dhutanka Uboltip Supunnanon Umar Bupphavessa Uthakhan Suvannahon

Journey to Joy highlights the unique experiences and narratives of various families and individuals, showcasing their paths to finding joy and fulfillment in life. This collection emphasizes the power

Peace this life that has been truly extraordinary but needless to say, meditation got a back seat. My interests in life include travel, people, writing, cooking, gardening, keeping fit, health, music

This narrative describes an extraordinary life filled with diverse experiences, from traveling the world as a journalist to working in copper mines and playing in a band. The author reflects on witnes

Journey to Joy 258 No sooner had we returned to the base, I was then ordered to go back out with little or no rest. It was then that my friend insisted on taking my place. He insisted and I relented.

This passage recounts a personal experience of loss during a military conflict. The writer reflects on the moment he deferred to a friend's wishes to take his place in action, leading to that friend's

Journey to Joy 222 All that I am speaking of are the results after I started to practise meditation. These are the benefits that I gained, since practising Dhammakaya meditation. For me, the practice

In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares personal insights gained from practicing Dhammakaya meditation, highlighting its dual benefits of happiness and wisdom. Meditation fosters a profound sense of ha

I never give in obstacles. I always strive ahead with determination. I will try every which way to accomplish my goals. One day I fell in and could not even move my legs, but my will was strong. I wa

This narrative illustrates the importance of never giving up in the face of challenges. The author recounts a personal experience of falling and feeling paralyzed but emphasizing the indomitable will

'Then they came to another village street. There they saw a heap of flax ; and to another where they saw linen thread ; and to another where they saw linen cloth. And at each place the one cro

A story unfolds as two cronies traverse various villages, encountering different materials such as flax, cotton, and metals. One crony makes progressive choices, ending up with gold, while the other c

60. I CHERISH MEDITATION During the time I attended Luang Por's super advanced meditation workshop at Paknam, I never left the temple and was there for the entire duration. Some people went home to se

In this collection of reflections, the author shares profound insights gained from attending a meditation workshop and personal challenges faced in building a temple. The narrative emphasizes the impo

Journey to Joy 160 Ms. Ann Barton (Australia) "I gained a new life by practising meditation. Meditation is a refuge for me. I often see the bright golden Buddha image within me; it is a warm-hearted f

In 'Journey to Joy', Ms. Ann Barton shares how meditation has profoundly changed her life. After experiencing the loss of a loved one, she found solace and a sense of refuge in meditation. By visualiz

Knowledge and Career time, I noticed that I didn't see any light, but I had the feeling of sitting in a sphere of light and perfect harmony. After a year, the pain in my knees ultimately caused me to

This narrative details a transformative experience with meditation, where the individual overcame knee pain and discomfort to practice for extended periods, achieving a state of harmony and clarity. G

Journey to Joy 138 on my breathing to get deeper. With my inner eye, I 'travelled' through my body in order to relax all tensions. I observed my breathing continuously while trying to let go of all th

In this reflective journey, the author shares her experiences with meditation as a crucial tool for coping with a major life breakdown following her divorce in 2002. Through the practice of deep breat

Journey to Joy 136 find the help you way to reach your biggest goal in life. You will get satisfaction and joy. Everything you are looking for - you will find not outside, but inside yourself. No one

In 'Journey to Joy', the author emphasizes the importance of looking within oneself to achieve life goals. Through the practice of meditation, individuals can uncover their inner light, leading to sat

This Life Next Life 68 ' Even like the simile of the gamester, Prince, methinks is what you say. Renounce, Prince, this evil set of opinions, renounce them, I say ! Let them not be long a source of

In this passage, Prince Payasi grapples with the ideas of renouncing certain beliefs about existence and the afterlife as presented by Master Kassapa. Despite being advised to let go of detrimental op

Suzanne Jeffrey But the four basic needs are the first four that I mentioned: food, shelter, clothing, and medicine. Who, then, provides us with these needs? Usually, our parents or guardians are the

The text discusses basic human needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and medicine, emphasizing the role parents or guardians play in fulfilling these needs. It explains the consequences of receiving

78. CALL UPON MERIT FOR HELP All good work takes good planning. When I built the Buddhad­hakka Center, I had to plan everything very carefully. I knew building an alms house (reformatory) at the Buddh

This passage discusses the significance of merit in achieving success, specifically in the context of building a temple and an alms house at the Buddhadhakka Center. Drawing inspiration from the Most

Journey to Joy 30 to the distinguished meditation teacher, the Master Nun Chand Khonnokyoong (Khun Yay Ajahn), who later founded Wat Phra Dhammakaya. From a Barren Field I was not born in time to stud

In this section, the author shares personal experiences learning about Dhammakaya Meditation from Master Nun Chand Khonnokyoong (Khun Yay Ajahn), highlighting her influence and the sense of love and h

that one can do whenever one wants to. Ordination requires merits accumulated from one's past life, as well as meeting all the qualifications set out in the discipline section of the Tripitaka. Unfort

This narrative recounts a personal journey to ordination, highlighting the significance of family support and love. The author reflects on two near-death experiences, recognizing the love from his mot

their parents continue to defend them. Few want to admit that their children are less than angels. Therefore, I want to leave this thought with every child who is constantly demanding their parents to

This text delves into the unconditional love parents offer their children and the often unrecognized sacrifices made. It challenges children to consider the plight of orphans and appreciate the love a

ERVICE S Since then, my life has changed dramatically. I do not act violently or break The Precepts anymore. Now, I spend time with books and meditation. Every morning and evening, I greet other peopl

This narrative chronicles a significant personal transformation through meditation. The author reflects on their previous life marked by anger and violence, contrasting it with their newfound calmness

ERVICE good reasons. My rules were simple, they were: (1) I was always right, and (2) If you didn't understand, check out rule number one. Sometimes, I would become mad and throw things around, but my

This text delves into the author's personal struggles with jealousy and possessiveness within her marriage. The author describes rules she enacted, her husband's reactions, and the tensions that arose

6. ' Even though Master Kassapa says thus, it still appears to me that not one of these things exists. ' ' Have you, Prince, any proof to establish that they do not exist ? ' ' I have, Master Kassapa.

In this dialogue, the protagonist questions Master Kassapa about the existence of moral consequences for unethical actions. Despite Master Kassapa's assertions, the protagonist cites personal experien