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90 Benefits of Meditation
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90 Benefits of Meditation
90 MEDITATION BENEFITS lived to be true ten thousand years ago should still be true today and should remain true ten thousand years from now. Knowledge gained from meditative insight is based on rea
Meditation offers profound insights that connect us to our true essence and spiritual nature. It generates 'merit,' which is a form of positive energy originating from good deeds. Merit is essential f
The Importance of Merit in Life
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The Importance of Merit in Life
Merits are the fruits of good deeds. Good deeds performed through generosity, morality and mental cultivation all bring about merit. The fruits of good deeds converge to become a bright merit sphere a
Merits are the positive outcomes of good deeds, which include generosity, morality, and mental cultivation. These merits form a positive 'merit sphere' within an individual, aiding them during challen
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
When doing honest work the mind becomes less clouded, becoming brighter, which will help facilitate the practice of meditation. This will be the beginning step to reach the inner light and the absolut
Honest work illuminates the mind, paving the way for successful meditation. This journey creates good habits and positive energy, fostering happiness and health. Conversely, dishonest actions breed ne
Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
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Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
The extracted text from the image is: ----------- Chapter 4 Those who meditate with consistency will have good emotions, and can easily see and understand the truth that everyone has good and bad in
Chapter 4 emphasizes the significance of regular meditation in helping individuals recognize the duality of good and bad within themselves and others. By understanding this balance, people can cultiva
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
MERITS Everybody wants to be rich, beautiful and smart. Nobody wants to be poor, ugly and dumb. But how come some people are born lucky and other are not? The answer is because of ‘merit’, or the lac
Merit is the product of good deeds and serves as a positive energy that can lead to being rich, beautiful, and smart. It encompasses virtue and goodness, influencing one's present and future based on
Experience Inner Peace at The Middle Way Meditation Village
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Experience Inner Peace at The Middle Way Meditation Village
When was the last time you felt most peaceful and happiest? Experience Happiness from within in the midst of the picturesque mountains of Chiang Mai The Middle Way Meditation Village would like to wel
Experience the serenity of the picturesque mountains of Chiang Mai at The Middle Way Meditation Village. Join our seven-day meditation retreat conducted during the third and fourth weeks of every mont
The Importance of a Wholesome Environment
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The Importance of a Wholesome Environment
Human beings must live in a wholesome environment in order to prosper. A good person cannot get out of the house to perform good deeds if his safety is threatened by gangs or drunkards. It is importan
Human beings thrive in a wholesome environment, free from threats. A mind cultivated through good deeds promotes peace within families and communities. Meditation is essential for personal growth and
Self-Training and Endurance in Family Life
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Self-Training and Endurance in Family Life
Those who have full knowledge, ability and goodness must follow only this path in order to train themselves to keep up with the world and its people, and not surrender to defilements. Surely, if you f
This text emphasizes the significance of self-training and self-control in leading a fulfilling life. By acknowledging the need to change negative habits, individuals can foster a healthier family env
The Foundation of Marriage: Sacrifice and Care
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The Foundation of Marriage: Sacrifice and Care
After one gets married, the foundation of one's life lies in sacrifice for each other. If ever we become selfish towards each other, it will be followed by divorce or murder. Sacrifice in marriage is
This text discusses the fundamental aspects of marriage, emphasizing that the foundation of a successful relationship lies in sacrifice for one another. It highlights how caring for each other, both p
Metaphors for Mind Purification
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Metaphors for Mind Purification
gentleness in their minds. So they converted these virtues into metaphors for practical purposes, which included the following four magic forms of conduct: Magic Form of Conduct #1: Eyes like the knot
This text discusses how ancient wisdom transforms natural elements into metaphors for moral conduct and mind purification. It explains four magic forms of conduct inspired by nature, such as 'Eyes lik
Promoting Harmony in Families and Dealing with Neighbor Conflicts
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Promoting Harmony in Families and Dealing with Neighbor Conflicts
However, I recommend following the first two pieces of advice first: Your parents should reduce their allowances and have them help each other at tasks. Children won't allow others to take advantage o
This text discusses effective parenting advice that emphasizes reducing allowances for children, encouraging them to help each other with chores, and teaching them responsibility from a young age. It
Understanding Blessings in Thai Tradition
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Understanding Blessings in Thai Tradition
What is a blessing? Blessing is called vara in the Pali language. The meaning of vara is progress and happiness. A blessing means the act of giving the very best. Therefore, when the elderly give a bl
Blessing, or vara in Pali, signifies giving the very best to loved ones. In Thai culture, it's a cherished tradition where elders bless their descendants, promoting progress and happiness. This nightl
Extending Our Joy
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Extending Our Joy
ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VXIII Extending Our Joy This feeling of happiness will reduce stress and clear our mind from unwholesome thoughts. This will create a pleasant environment at home and in the wo
This text discusses the significance of happiness in our lives. It emphasizes that fostering joy can lead to reduced stress and eliminate unwholesome thoughts, creating a more pleasant environment bot
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
Peace I have been on a journey of exploration. How fortunate that my cycle has taken me back to my 'inner being' as a 14-year-old. The rediscovery of this world - now with a different maturity – has c
Through a journey of exploration and meditation, the author reflects on a return to their 'inner being' as a 14-year-old, discovering a new perspective on life and surroundings. The text discusses how
Journey to Joy: The Path of Meditation
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Journey to Joy: The Path of Meditation
Journey to Joy 272 The most important results are a great tolerance for everyone around me, protection for the environment through eliminating excess and wastage and the relief from stress, anxiety an
In 'Journey to Joy,' the author shares the significance of meditation and its benefits, including enhanced tolerance for others, environmental awareness, and relief from everyday stressors. Inspired b
International Dhammad bladava Training Programme
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International Dhammad bladava Training Programme
3. International Dhammad bladava Training Programme This training was designed for male foreigners of all ages who would like to ordain to be monks or novice monks. The programme is conducted in Chi
The International Dhammad bladava Training Programme offers a unique opportunity for male foreigners of all ages to ordain as monks or novice monks. Conducted in both Chinese and English, this one-mon
Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
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Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
The word “Kalyanamitta” means good friends or true friends who wish their friends well, who advise them to do virtuous deeds. The members’ objective is to bring at least 3 family members and friends t
The Kalyanamitta project focuses on fostering good friendships and family connections through daily chanting and meditation. Participants aim to gather family members to dedicate time for meditation a
The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
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The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
After one gets married, the foundation of one's life lies in sacrifice for each other. If ever we become selfish towards each other, it will be followed by divorce or murder. Sacrifice in marriage i
After marriage, a strong foundation is built on mutual sacrifice. Selfishness can lead to divorce or serious issues. Sacrifice involves caring for each other both physically and mentally, meaning wise
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
Raising Smart and Virtuous Children
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Raising Smart and Virtuous Children
group. He knows that a tight budget will lead to lower quality and over budgeting will lead to wastefulness. He must be honest; corruption for his own or his friends’ benefit must not occur. Organiza
To raise children to be intelligent and virtuous, parents need to impart knowledge and practice good values. Effective budget management is essential; children learn from parents’ examples to navigate