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76. WHAT YOU DO, YOU GET Those of you who take residence at the temple have given up your worldly attachments for the opportunity to be here. Since you have already given up so much, you should make y

In temple residency, individuals sacrifice worldly attachments for spiritual growth. It’s imperative to embrace every chore and task as a responsibility. Ignoring duties undermines the merit gained, w

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

92. ACQUIRE BOTH MUNDANE & TRANSCENDENTAL MERITS Addressing someone who wanted only to meditate and not participate in any mundane chores: I acquire all forms of merit, mundane and transcendental. Mun

The text discusses the balance between mundane and transcendental merits in personal growth and meditation practice. Mundane merit is achieved through good deeds which contribute to self-development,

109. BUILD UP MERIT A layperson expressed the desire to go on a meditation retreat, but was concerned about her grown son being left alone. When a man and a woman are in love, the world becomes a colo

In this text, the author emphasizes the significance of merit and demerit as the only true possessions we carry beyond this life. The discussion opens with a layperson's dilemma about meditation retre

124. GRAB THE FLAG OF VICTORY We are extremely fortunate to be born a human being. We are born to pursue virtue, to build spiritual benefits. So take this opportunity to accumulate only good thi

This text emphasizes the importance of being human and the opportunity to build spiritual assets through virtue. The author shares personal experiences of adhering to the Five and Eight Precepts, disc

131. HAVING CAPABLE PERSONNEL May I be surrounded with good and capable personnel. Even if they are few, may they all be ones who are wise, virtuous and capable, able to complete tasks with excellence

The text emphasizes the necessity of being surrounded by capable and virtuous personnel, recognizing that even a few wise individuals can enhance one's success. Additionally, it discusses the concept

133. THOSE WHO FOLLOW ME I always make this resolution: May those who follow me be ones endowed with purity in body, speech and mind, not ones who seek recognition and fame; may they be ones who seek

This text emphasizes the significance of personal resolutions for those who follow a path of purity in body, speech, and mind. It expresses a desire to live in environments that foster a sense of free

(Thai text) จนกระทั่งมาถึงวันนี้ อบทมารู้สึกว่า โอกาสในการแก้ตัวมาถึงแล้ว ที่จะทำตัวใหม่ให้ทุกคนได้มีใจ พอ อบทมาจับงูรึสึกเหมือนตัวเองได้ เกิดใหม่บนโลกใบใหม่ และก็รู้สึกดีเหลือเกินกับการเกิดใหม่แบบนี้

เนื้อหาเล่าถึงประสบการณ์ของการบวชที่ทำให้ผู้เขียนพบความสงบและความสุขในชีวิต แสดงให้เห็นถึงการเปลี่ยนแปลงทางจิตใจและการมองโลกในแง่ดี ซึ่งต่างจากชีวิตในอดีตที่เต็มไปด้วยความวุ่นวาย พบความสุขที่ไม่มีอะไร

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

146. TRIUMPH THROUGH MERIT On the outside it may appear that I have surrendered to my foes. But on the inside my conviction remains as strong and unwavering as ever. Instead of using words, I fight wi

In this contemplative piece, the author shares insights on the contrast between outward appearances and inner convictions. Despite seeming defeated externally, the author asserts that true victory com

156. WILLING TO ACCEPT HARDSHIP I pursue Perfections with the goal to attain Nibbana after I have vanquished all Mara. As long as Mara still remains I will not allow myself to enter Nibbana. My mind i

The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl

162. ABIDE BY THE RULES Abide by the rules and regulations of the places where we find ourselves. When I first arrived at Wat Paknam, I made the effort to learn all the rules and regulations of the

Understanding the significance of abiding by the rules at spiritual places is essential for personal growth. At Wat Paknam, the author emphasizes the need to learn and respect regulations, leading to

186. DON’T LOOK DOWN ON ANYONE Never look down upon anyone, whether he is a beggar, poor, middle class, or a millionaire. When I lived in Nakam Charsi, whenever a beggar came to me for rice, I gave

This text emphasizes the importance of not looking down on anyone, regardless of their social status. It shares personal anecdotes of generosity towards beggars. It highlights the significance of bala

อเวจี the lowest hell อสงไขย eternal length of time; eons; eternity; infinity อสูักะ a corpse อิงสงสาร non-violence อิโหสิกรรม forgiven Kamma อัครสาวก chief disciple อังคุตตรนาคาย (Anguttaranikaya) Nu

เนื้อหาประกอบด้วยศัพท์และคำจำกัดความในพระพุทธศาสนา เช่น อเวจี (the lowest hell) หมายถึงนรกที่ต่ำที่สุด, อสงไขย (eternity) แสดงถึงระยะเวลายาวนาน, อัตตา (atta) ซึ่งหมายถึงตัวตนหรืออีโก้ของบุคคล นอกจากนี

BUDDHISM ‘The religion in the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the spiritual, it should be based on

Buddhism, founded by the Buddha over 2,500 years ago, emphasizes freedom from suffering and is based on logical, practical principles. This religion transcends blind faith and superstitions, making it

Each celestial estate is complete in itself like an entire city. Its owner is like its king or queen with complete sovereignty. That is, the owner is free to govern his her own castle as he/she please

Each celestial estate operates like a self-sufficient city, with its owner acting as a sovereign ruler. Owners are surrounded by attendants, the number of whom corresponds to their merit, ranging from

Purity of livelihood (achivaparissuddhismavara): The main duties of monks are to study Dhamma, practice meditation, and teach the Dharma knowledge to the public. The daily subsistence of monks comes f

This text outlines the essential duties and practices of Buddhist monks focusing on livelihood, moderation, and core principles of Buddhism. Monks dedicate themselves to studying Dhamma, meditating, a

Powerless - being jealous in others' success; having ill will High social standing - being respectful to the virtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; la

This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in co

- The giver is pure -- The more pure the giver the more merit he will receive in his giving. It is wise for the giver to practice at least the Five Precepts to achieve purity. Purify your mind to gain

The act of giving is enhanced by the purity of the giver. By adhering to the Five Precepts, one can achieve greater merit through donations. In today's world, balancing financial stability with the de

MEDITATION "When I'm in peace, everyone is in peace, the world will be in peace." Human beings consist of both body and mind. The mind is a form of energy which controls and sends sequels to the bra

Meditation serves as a crucial tool for mental development, enabling the mind to achieve stillness and clarity. Human beings are composed of body and mind, where a clear mind leads to good actions, wh