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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master discovered the Law of Kamma. He was not the creator of the Law, but the re-discoverer of the Law of Kamma. All beings who do evil or wrong things will discover the L
In this enlightening session, the Dhammakaya Master discusses the Law of Kamma as a re-discovery, guiding individuals to see their actions' consequences through meditation. The Buddha's enlightenment
Understanding Mara and Meditation
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Understanding Mara and Meditation
Suzanne Jeffery Q: Does Mara exist? What does Mara look like? A: Yes. Mara exists. Khun Yai used to say that Mara is Mara. Mara does not like good deeds and Mara always interferes. Mara cannot stop
In this content, Suzanne Jeffery discusses the existence of Mara, describing it as an entity that interferes with our ability to perform good deeds. Although Mara cannot prevent goodness, it can prese
The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
dure six arduous years of self-mortification before discovering Niramisasukha. During this period, the Buddha came close to death more than once, but when he finally found true happiness, he chose to
After six years of self-mortification, the Buddha discovered Niramisasukha, close to death multiple times. He emphasized living by the Dhamma for true happiness, urging ordination to escape worldly po
The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
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The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
Dababamalla Story of Dababamalla When Dababamalla was in his mother’s womb, nearing his time of birth, his mother suddenly died. Many people were under the impression that he also, must have perishe
The story of Dababamalla begins with his mother's tragic death during childbirth. Despite the belief that he did not survive, Dababamalla emerged miraculously from her womb just as the flames of her f
Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
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Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
8. Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines Dhamma has two meanings. First: it means that things are right and good, such as kindness and respect, tolerance and patience, avoidance of whining and impatience.
Dhamma has a dual meaning: it encompasses moral aspects like kindness and respect, as well as truths about life including birth, ageing, sickness, and death. This concept is grounded in the teachings
Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
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Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
Certainly! Here is the extracted text from the image: --- **Introduction** defiled minds. We see our fellow human beings as enemies because of our defined minds. Because of defilements we have feel
This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of humankind, leading to negative emotions such as sadness and a
Understanding the Root Causes of Life's Problems
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Understanding the Root Causes of Life's Problems
Part 1 The Concepts The Root Causes of Life's Problems All of the problems in life come from three main areas: 1. Economic problems : Problems which have to do with the means of supporting on
The main causes of life's problems are categorized into three areas: economic problems, which involve the means of support; social problems arising from conflicts; and defilements associated with birt
Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
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Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
Chand’s father was a good family man but he was addicted to alcohol. He was gentle when sober, but unpleasant when drunk. One day, he became so drunk that he fell asleep under the house while the fami
Chand's life was deeply affected by her father's curse of deafness, as he was an alcoholic whose words held power. In Thai culture, forgiveness is vital, and after her father's death, she feared she w
The Importance of Merit and Time
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The Importance of Merit and Time
22. WE ARE PUPPETS I reflect on death, realizing that time waits for no one. That's why I made 'Kathina" offerings, re robe offerings to monks, while I still could. Any day could be my last. I don't k
This text reflects on the significance of making merit and the inevitable passage of time. It emphasizes that life is fleeting and encourages readers to perform good deeds while they can, as merit is
Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
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Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
177. LEAVING HOME When I was a young girl about 11 or 12 years old, my father came home drunk one day. He was so drunk that he fell asleep on the ground outside the house while the rest of the family
In this poignant narrative, a young girl recounts the turmoil within her family as her father, under the influence of alcohol, lashes out after feeling insulted by her mother. This event triggers a se
Understanding the First Noble Truth
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Understanding the First Noble Truth
-- The First Noble Truth states that all conditioned existence is characterized by suffering or unsatisfactory condition. -- Suffering exists. Birth, aging, sickness, death, discontentment, disappoint
The First Noble Truth explains that all conditioned existence is marked by suffering. This suffering encompasses various forms such as birth, aging, illness, and death. Essential concepts like attachm
Concepts of Cessation in Buddhism
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Concepts of Cessation in Buddhism
นิทรา cessation of suffering นิทรา ความดับทุกข์ the cessation of suffering นิทราสมาบัติ complete cessation of thought and consciousness, an experience of a Nirvana-like b
บทความนี้สำรวจแนวคิดเกี่ยวกับการดับทุกข์ในพระพุทธศาสนา รวมถึงนิทรา ความดับทุกข์ และนิกรังความตาย นอกจากนี้ยังกล่าวถึงอุปสรรคทั้งห้าที่ขัดขวางการเจริญสติและการเข้าถึงอนุตรโพธิญาณ พร้อมกับการสะท้อนถึงบุ
หลักการและแนวทางในการบรรลุถึงนิพพาน
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หลักการและแนวทางในการบรรลุถึงนิพพาน
ภูมิ plane; plane of existence; plane of consciousness โภคะ wealth; riches; possession ม mungala blessing; prosperity; auspiciousness; good omen; anything that is conducive to success มนต์, ม
ในบทความนี้เราจะได้เรียนรู้เกี่ยวกับแนวทางการดำเนินชีวิตเพื่อบรรลุถึงนิพพานผ่านมรรคมืองค ๘ ซึ่งเป็นหลักสำคัญในพระพุทธศาสนา ประกอบด้วยการมีมุมมองที่ถูกต้อง การตั้งใจที่ดี การใช้คำพูดที่เหมาะสม การกระทำ
นิรวาณและแนวคิดในพุทธศาสนา
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นิรวาณและแนวคิดในพุทธศาสนา
นิรวาณ Nirvana อายะ/อารยัน Aryans, ancient people of Asia who spoke an Indo-European language and called themselves Ariyas (“noble ones”). Sometime between 2000 B.C. and 1000 B.C. the Ariyas migrated
บทความนี้สำรวจแนวคิดสำคัญในพุทธศาสนา รวมถึงนิรวาณ ซึ่งเป็นเป้าหมายสูงสุดในการเข้าถึงการหลุดพ้นจากความทุกข์ อธิบายการกำเนิดของอารยันและการย้ายถิ่นไปยังอินเดีย พร้อมทั้งอธิบายวันอาสาฮิปูนชะ ที่พระพุทธเจ
The Five Precepts of Buddhism
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The Five Precepts of Buddhism
THE FIVE PRECEPTS The Five Precepts consist of the following: 1. Not to kill living beings (including animals) 2. Not to steal 3. Not to commit sexual misconduct 4. Not to tell lies 5. Not to consume
The Five Precepts in Buddhism outline ethical guidelines for practitioners, emphasizing respect for life among other moral behaviors. The First Precept, which prohibits killing, is noted as the graves
Killing and Karma: Understanding Consequences
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Killing and Karma: Understanding Consequences
Killing – How bad is your Karma? Not all killings are ‘equal’ in the sense of karmic consequence. The killing of humans is the most serious violation and receives the worst retribution. As for the ki
This text discusses how the karmic consequences of killing vary based on several factors, including the type and size of the animal, prior connections, and the intention behind the act. Killing humans
The Tale of the Maiden and Her Father
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The Tale of the Maiden and Her Father
Then the maiden took her shuttle-basket and went to her father. He was asleep even as he sat at the loom. Not observing that he was asleep, she presented the shuttle-basket. As she did so, the basket
This narrative recounts the tragic tale of a maiden who inadvertently causes her own death while visiting her father, a weaver. The father, engulfed in grief, seeks the comfort of the Teacher, who hel
The Queen's Regret
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The Queen's Regret
The queen replied that she was only washing her face, her hands and her feet, and so was doing nothing wrong. Then she continued, "But, that room is very strange. If anyone went into that room, to one
In this story, a queen falsely accuses her husband of misbehavior after observing a strange phenomenon in a room. Despite her denial, the king believes her explanation. Overcome with guilt for her lie
The Fearless Brahmana and the Art of Letting Go
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The Fearless Brahmana and the Art of Letting Go
The monks asked him, "Friend Uggasen, had you no fear as you descended from that pole sixty cubits in height ?" Uggasen replied, "Friends, I have no fear." The monks said to the Teacher, "Reverend sir
In this passage, Uggasen demonstrates a profound state of fearlessness, attributed to having severed all attachments. The monks question his claim, but the Teacher explains that true freedom from fear
The Tale of the Horse-Faced Yakkha
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The Tale of the Horse-Faced Yakkha
Once upon a time in the reign of Brahmadatta, king of Benares, his queen-consort after falling into sin was questioned by the king, and taking an oath she said, “If I have sinned against you, I shall
Once upon a time, Queen of Benares swore an oath before becoming a horse-faced Yakkha after death. Dwelling in a cave, she devoured travelers until one day, she encountered a handsome brahmin. Instead