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The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
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The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
"How much do you spend in a year going out to clubs?" "I guess about two or three times the amount spent on liquor." "Son, you contribute about 2,000 to 2,500 baht every year to making merit, but
This narrative reveals the transformation of an individual after receiving a wake-up call about the excessive spending on vices like drinking and smoking. Guided by Khun Yav and a realization of prior
Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
The key difference between a mind under the sway of thoughts and the mind that has come to standstill is that the latter consumes virtually no metabolic energy. When your mind starts to come to rest i
The key difference between an active and still mind is energy consumption—less energy leads to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understandi
Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
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Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
The Voice of Abstaining 7. Velama Sutta “If one were to develop even just one whiff of a heart of good will, that would be more fruitful than... if one with a confident mind were to undertake the tra
This text discusses the teachings of the Velama Sutta, emphasizing that developing even a small amount of good will is more fruitful than significant material offerings and merits. It illustrates how
Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
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Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
Yes, he will. And have you ever lied to him? Remember this, if you lie to somebody, they will feel less love for you each time, and vice versa. No one likes dishonesty, so you should not lie to anyo
This text discusses the Fourth Precept, emphasizing that dishonesty diminishes love and trust. It relates this to the Fifth Precept, which forbids intoxicants, showing how ethical behavior leads to me
Creating the Very Best in Oneself
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Creating the Very Best in Oneself
How does one create the very best in oneself? The reader can now appreciate the meaning and significance of a "blessing." Now we come to the interesting question of how a person can develop his/her b
The text discusses the significance of the human mind and its potential for growth and purity according to Buddhist principles. It emphasizes that the mind can be trained to a higher quality, rid of e
The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
Here is the extracted text from the image: --- Those who are not born during the life of a Buddha must seek refuge in the Lord Buddha’s teachings, unaware of His appearance. Our country’s ancestors
Those not born during Buddha's time must seek refuge in His teachings. Our ancestors, through meditation, recreated His image in Buddha statues, enriching our faith and spiritual knowledge. Contributi
Daily Routine at Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
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Daily Routine at Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
House Routine Time Routine 05.30 Wake up 06.00-06.30 Make morning prayer 06.30-07.15 Morning activity Give alms,
The Yuwakalayanamitra Camp involves a comprehensive daily schedule encouraging spiritual growth and camaraderie among participants. Beginning with a morning wake-up at 5:30 AM, activities include morn
Daily Schedule of Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
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Daily Schedule of Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
Breakfast At 07.15, breakfast is served. Mentors prepare breakfast for the priest instructors and Yuwakalayanamitra. Yuwakalayanamitra give breakfast to the instructors who lead worship of rice ritual
In the Yuwakalayanamitra camp, daily activities begin at 07.15 with breakfast prepared for priest instructors. At 08.00, participants gather to listen to Dhamma teachings and engage in guided meditati
Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
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Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin
Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona
The True Purposes of the Five Rooms in Life
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The True Purposes of the Five Rooms in Life
The True Purposes of the Five Rooms in Life Room | Purpose(s) Bedroom | To build up courage by | 1) doing good deeds | 2) practicing Right View Bathroom | To build up vitality Kitchen | To build up
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The Significance of Giving to Spiritual Seekers
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The Significance of Giving to Spiritual Seekers
"By giving a gift to one who has entered upon the way to the realisation of the fruit of stream - entry, the offering may be expected to repay incalculably, immeasurably. What, then, should be said a
This text examines the immense value of giving to those who are on the spiritual path, highlighting the exponential returns of such acts. From stream-enterers to Tathāgatas, offerings made to these en
Meditation Centers Across the USA
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Meditation Centers Across the USA
Oregon Oregon Meditation Center 13208 SE Stark Street, Portland OR 97233 USA Tel: +(1)-503-252-3637 Email: [email protected] Website: www.dmcorg Florida Florida Meditation Center 1303 N. Gordon St., P
This document provides information about meditation centers in Oregon, Florida, and Minnesota. Each center has unique offerings designed to help individuals find peace and tranquility through meditati
Meditation Centers in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Japan
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Meditation Centers in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Japan
台灣(Taiwan) 台灣法身寺禅修会 台中分会 Dhammakaya International Meditation Center of Taichung 40001台中市 中區 民權路14巷25號1~2樓 1-2F. No.25, Lane 14, Mincyuan Rd., Central District Taichung City 40001 Tel. +(886)-4-2223-76
Discover various meditation centers operating in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Japan, offering resources for spiritual growth and guidance. In Taiwan, the Dhammakaya International Meditation Center of Taichu
Dhammakaya Centers in Southeast Asia
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Dhammakaya Centers in Southeast Asia
印 座尼西亚 (Indonesia) Dhammakaya International Meditation Center of Indonesia Jl. Pulau Dewa V Blok P6 No.21 Kota Modern Tangerang Prop. Banten 15117 Indonesia Tel. +62-2-1552-8908 Email: dimcindonesia@
This content provides an overview of the Dhammakaya International Meditation Centers located in various Southeast Asian countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Brunei. Ea
The Reality of the New Middle East
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The Reality of the New Middle East
The Reality of the New Middle East The first step toward the formulation of a new policy is to understand the realities of the new Middle East as it is now. The three clusters of countries — Iran–Ira
The new Middle East is defined by three country clusters: Iran–Iraq, Lebanon–Syria, and Palestine–Israel, intertwined with issues such as nuclear proliferation and sectarianism. The U.S. faces not jus
Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
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Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
Preface Not a month goes by these days without another important article being published on some newly uncovered Buddhist text, and among the discoveries are ancient materials about Buddhist meditati
This preface discusses the ongoing discoveries in Buddhist meditation texts and the efforts of Venerable Phrakrupaladnayokwarawat (Sudhammo Bhikkhu) in promoting scholarly exploration. It emphasizes t
Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
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Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
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,
Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
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Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
Needing with a Dharma Adviser The Unknown Factor ------------------------------- It Must Exist Because of Balance: If There Is Suffering, Fear, And Ignorance, There Must Be Something That Can Fix It
The text delves into the concept of seeking a Dharma adviser to help navigate the unknown factors of suffering, fear, and ignorance. It discusses that if there is suffering, there must be a solution,
Essentials of Sutta Teaching
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Essentials of Sutta Teaching
Contents Preface........................................................................................................2 1. Udaya Sutta : Breaking the Cycle..........................................
This book presents a collection of significant Suttas focusing on the themes of generosity, morality, and the principles of giving. Topics include the Udaya Sutta which discusses breaking the cycle of