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The Point of Change in Life
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The Point of Change in Life
At this stage, we need to focus at the point where everything ceases to change. This point is very important and we can sense it only with our mind, not by touch. It will cease conflicts and suffering
At this stage, we must concentrate on the critical point where all changes stop. This moment is essential and can be perceived only by our minds, not through physical touch. It signifies the end of co
Buddhist View on Sex
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Buddhist View on Sex
Buddhist View on Sex Prince Siddharta is an example of a person who deserted all blessing in his life in order to seek the happiness of the mind. Buddhist monks follow His path in search of true happi
In Buddhism, the pursuit of true happiness often involves renouncing worldly pleasures, including sexual relationships. Prince Siddharta, known as the Buddha, exemplified this path by abandoning his r
Raising Responsible Children
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Raising Responsible Children
Part Two: Raising Children 2. Pain and Suffering: Children should be aware of the need to care for their own health, though they should never be deceptive nor pretend to be sick in order to get out of
In this section, we discuss essential aspects of raising children including their health awareness, the importance of teamwork, and understanding social roles. Children should learn not to deceive reg
Raising Children: The Roles of a Parent
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Raising Children: The Roles of a Parent
Part Two: Raising Children When our children are young, we are everything to them. As they grow older, friends will influence their thoughts and attitudes more and more. In the teenage years, they wil
Part Two explores how parents are central in their children's early lives and adapt as they grow. Initially, parents are everything, but as children reach their teenage years, peers begin to influence
Truth for the Family
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Truth for the Family
Part Five: Truth for the Family physical attempts upon His life. However, they had no effect on His strong determination. Furthermore, none of His actions were for personal gain. When offered valuable
This section emphasizes that the Dhamma teachings are accessible and beneficial to all, promoting personal growth and the possibility of attaining Nibbana. It highlights the importance of practicing D
Understanding the Five Precepts and Spiritual Cultivation
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Understanding the Five Precepts and Spiritual Cultivation
Part Seven: Appendixes All of these precepts are meant to decrease kilesa, especially sexual desire and allow us to focus on spiritual cultivation. Five Precepts: five rules of conduct that we can cho
This section discusses the Five Precepts aimed at reducing kilesa, particularly sexual desire, fostering spiritual growth. The Five Precepts include refraining from killing, stealing, sexual misconduc
Transformative Training: Mind and Body Development
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Transformative Training: Mind and Body Development
Train constantly and you will see changes This training method appears to be a beginner's lesson. But we can train this way constantly, at all times and in all positions by imagining a clear, bright
Continuous training can lead to incredible changes in both body and mind. By embodying a consistent practice, visualizing a crystal ball, and using a mantra, anyone can foster gradual improvements in
Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
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Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
A person who has the Dhamma for Laypersons (Gharāvās-dhamma) must display four regular habits: 1. Habit of Responsibility – Whatever the task at hand, he must do it to the best of his ability, in t
A person who follows the Dhamma for Laypersons exhibits four habits: responsibility, self-training, endurance, and sacrifice. These traits ensure self-reliance and leadership within families. In marri
The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
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The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
68 The Virtue of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to feed one non - returner, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed 100 oncereturners. "If one were to feed one arahant, that
In the Velama Sutta, the text highlights the profound impact of offering food to individuals with high spiritual attainment. It asserts that feeding a single non-returner yields greater merit than fee
Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
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Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
Meeting #13 04 March 2010 – International Buddhist Association Building Luang Por has agreed to meet with the members of the Peace Revolution Conference for a Dhamma talk and a question/answer sessio
In a gathering at the International Buddhist Association, Luang Por leads a Dhamma talk addressing meditation experiences and the relationship between body, mind, and Dhamma. Observing attendees, he e
The Importance of Self-Reflection and Meditation
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The Importance of Self-Reflection and Meditation
"The first is the structure of the physical body. The head dictates to us that we need to open our eyes. And when we open our eyes, we look outside. We never look inside. So when we look outside, we o
The passage highlights the significance of recognizing our own imperfections and the need to focus on self-reflection instead of constantly observing others. It suggests that we should learn to see th
Lessons from a Dharma Master
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Lessons from a Dharma Master
Thankings with a Dharma Master ourselves. This is also an important room for economy, as well, because we have to learn to cut back on our spending for clothing and accessories. The last room is the
In this insightful text, a Dharma Master emphasizes the vital role of teachers and parents in shaping children's morality and behaviors. The importance of creating supportive environments in homes and
Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
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Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
Glossary Arahant – Someone who has attained enlightenment (or no longer has defilement). This person is free from greed, delusion, ignorance and such things as that. Baap – The bad stuff that’s floa
This glossary provides definitions of essential terms in the context of enlightenment and mindfulness practices. It discusses concepts such as Arahant, individuals who have achieved enlightenment free
Pindapata: The Art of Alms Gathering
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Pindapata: The Art of Alms Gathering
Alms Gathering (Pindapata) Pindapata is a Pali word literally meaning the receiving of rice in an alms bowl. Monks are forbidden to cook or prepare their own meals. Monks must wait for food to be off
Pindapata, derived from Pali, refers to the practice of monks receiving rice in their alms bowls. Monks are prohibited from cooking, relying instead on the offerings from others. This tradition unders
DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
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DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
DHAKMA IS YOUR REFUGE I see all the way through. I see clearly that, out of everything in this world and beyond-physical, natural, and spiritual- no one can help me but me. Who else can relieve my suf
In this text, the author emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and personal responsibility in alleviating suffering. By turning to Dharma as a refuge, one can navigate life’s challenges. The key
Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
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Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
55. ONLY SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT CAN HELP US In the entire universe, there is only one refuge from suffering for us, and that is meditative attainment. Hold on to it. Even if you see only a brief flash
In the universe, the only refuge from suffering is meditative attainment. This practice allows the mind to penetrate deep into Nibbana, achieving a state of bliss. However, worldly attachments can dra
Our Daily Conduct
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Our Daily Conduct
Our Daily Conduct Morning to Evening Bed room Bath room Kitchen room Dressing room Work room Each Person Evening to morning Work room Dressing room Each Person Bed room Bath room Kitchen room Each
This text examines how individuals engage with different rooms in their homes, such as the bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, dressing room, and work room, from morning to evening. It emphasizes that the hab
Sustainable Community Development and Collaboration
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Sustainable Community Development and Collaboration
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This text highlights the importance of sustainable development in local communities, focusing on ethical collaborations and the preservation of traditional art skills. By learning and integrating loca
Supramundane Paths and Fruits in Dhammakāya
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Supramundane Paths and Fruits in Dhammakāya
supramundane paths and fruits. 113 The ‘four pairs’ are mentioned instead when particular paths and their corresponding fruits are collectively called under the same titles. Of the eight transcendenta
The text discusses the different transcendental levels of dhammakāya, highlighting the distinction between trainees and non-trainees. The first seven levels correspond to qualities of trainees, wherea
The Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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The Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
III The Problem of the Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna Buddhism in Sipsong Panna is characterised by its manuscript culture. However, today the number of the palm-leaf m
This text discusses the worrying decline of palm-leaf manuscripts in Sipsong Panna, where Buddhist manuscript culture is rich but facing imminent extinction. Key reasons include the autonomous nature