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ing after such wealth, even though it is acquired by honest means, is still subject to suffering because it contains craving which is the origin of suffering. Even the craving for the Brahmā-world and

This text delves into the concept of craving in Buddhism, emphasizing that even honest wealth can lead to suffering due to inherent craving. It discusses how aspirations for the Brahmā-world can trap

yingly frequently, until our seeing wrong as right and harmful things as harmless will be our continuous perspective of the world. We lose our interest to train ourselves in meditation and in the abse

The text discusses how craving influences our perceptions and behaviors, comparing it to sticky resin that binds our minds to attachments and sense pleasures. It warns that indulging in cravings leads

wise will use the indications of deterioration in their own body to wake themselves up to the fact that the body can offer the spirit no true refuge. **The Physical Body is a Storehouse of Unwholesome

The text discusses the physical body as a storehouse for unwholesomeness, suffering, and illnesses due to our desires. It contrasts this with the nine supreme transcendental attainments, which include

practice of the Middle Way until attaining levels of Buddhist sainthood according to their potential. All the evidence that is left by some Buddhist saints is their scriptural testimo- nies, but some

The practice of the Middle Way leads to various levels of Buddhist sainthood according to individual potential. Luang Phaw Wat Paknam, the prominent monk who discovered the Dhammakaya Tradition, is re

In terms of practice however, Luang Phaw Wat Paknam explained how we can know we are practicing the Middle Way in the sermon he gave on the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta on 3 January 1955. He explained t

In his sermon on the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta, Luang Phaw Wat Paknam elucidates the profound significance of the Middle Way, urging practitioners to find stillness at the body’s central point. This

to transport the community from one continent to another or even one world to another. In the time of the Buddha, the scriptures report that people and the Universal Monarch were transported from anot

This text discusses the transportation of the community during the time of Buddha, where beings from Uttarakururūpa were brought to Jambudīpa via the Jewelled Wheel of the Universal Monarch. After the

people cite examples of enlightenment such as that of Bahiya Dārucīriya who, in his final lifetime didn’t appear to mediate, but could become enlightened just by hearing a few words from the Buddha at

In examining the enlightenment of Bahiya Dārucīriya, it is essential to recognize his previous lifetimes where he dedicated himself to achieving enlightenment through intense meditation. Alongside fel

just passed away seven days ago and would now have to spend an exceedingly long lifetime in the formless Brahma-world. He might not even have the chance to hear the teachings of the next Buddha, let a

This excerpt discusses the profound moment in the Buddha's life when he sought to teach meditation after renouncing worldly comforts. He encountered obstacles as potential disciples Udaka Rāmaputta an

3. Right Speech [Sammā Vācā] 4. Right Action [Sammā Kammanta] 5. Right Livelihood [Sammā Ājīva] 6. Right Effort [Sammā Vāyāma] 7. Right Mindfulness [Sammā Sati] 8. Right Concentration [Sammā Samādhi]

This text discusses the Middle Way as taught by the Tathāgata, emphasizing the importance of Right Speech, Action, Livelihood, Effort, Mindfulness, and Concentration as a means to attain insight and e

all that way from the top of our head to the tips of our toes, we are full of suffering — he had seen and known it for him- self as a result of having the wherewithal to see and know the nature of rea

The text delves into the Buddha's teachings on suffering, challenging ancient beliefs that linked suffering to divine punishment or fate. Instead, he identifies craving as the root cause of suffering,

Appendix C: General Index absent-mindedness: overcome by meditation 124 absorption: factors 123, 129-132; of neither-perception-nor-non-perception 193; fifth 131; first 85, 123, 129; fourth 129; sec

This general index compiles significant terms and concepts related to meditation and mindfulness practices. It includes terms like absent-mindedness, absorption, and aggregates of clinging, helpful fo

Angelic Body 107, 122; defilements by attaining Dhammakaya 111 of 135 bemoaning, as suffering 47, 58, 71, anger 135, 136, 137 199; relationship to sorrow and lam- animal kingdom, suffering of birth en

This text delves into key Buddhist teachings regarding suffering, attachment, and the process of attaining enlightenment. It analyzes various forms of suffering, including the suffering associated wit

Dhammakāya, Sotāpana: Effort, Right (see Right Effort) Coarse, 108, 134; defilements of Eightfold Path: arises internally as 136-7; Subtle, 108, 134 sphere 105; components 20, 117, Dhammakāya Traditi

This text delves into the Dhammakāya tradition, highlighting key components of the Eightfold Path and its teachings on defilements, enlightenment, and the nature of suffering. Concepts are illustrated

execution, suffering of at death 68 Existence, Cycle of 9, 16, 37, 178, 185-6 extinction of craving, transcendental 100, 115, 175 Extinction of Suffering, Noble Truth of(see Cessation of Suffering, No

This text delves into pivotal Buddhist doctrines centered around suffering and enlightenment. It discusses the cycle of existence and the importance of overcoming craving. With references to meditativ

Phramonkothpumuni: emphasises practice 12; explains "dhammikāya" and "āyatannibbāna" 102; founder of Dhammakāya Tradition 102; respected commentarian 102-3; sixteen tasks of 207 physical deeds, wholes

This text delves into various aspects of Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the teachings and practices associated with the Dhammakāya Tradition founded by Phra Mongkothpumuni. It highlights the signifi

self-mortification 19, 27, 35-7, 103, causes lamentation 32; causes one 105, 194-5: dominates contemporainary spiritual thought 194-5; examples of practice 35; fruitless 19; {metaphors, grasshopper le

This text discusses the concepts of self-mortification and sensual indulgence. It elaborates on the causes and consequences of self-mortification, which often leads to lamentation and spiritual harm.

snake, poisonous, mistaken for rope spire, a palace - {metaphor for Mid- - {metaphor for self-mortification dle Way 38-9} 36} spouses, categories of 154-6 snake - {metaphor for craving 88} sprite, ear

This text explores several metaphors used in Buddhist philosophy, including the snake as a metaphor for craving and its relationship to the concept of suffering. It further elaborates on the significa

gammo (adj. reason why people icchā (see jealousy) settle for the household life: see iddhipada (see Four Foundations harm of sensual-indulgence) of Success) gandha (scant: see sense-objects) Indra (P

This text delves into various sensory terms found in Buddhist scriptures, particularly focusing on olfactory and gustatory experiences. It covers concepts such as gandha (smell), jihvā (taste), and th

virtous characteristics. If the success among any of his relatives or companions exceeded his, he would extend heartfelt congratulations to that person and see how he could learn from that person’s su

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2 Ordination "The majority of human beings have their eyes closed — they are still asleep. If human beings could attain Dhammakāya, they would be awake. But without attaining Dhammakāya and becom

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