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Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
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Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
…ooted, established, and solid’ so that it cannot be altered either by the one who possesses magical power, or who is of so-called high birth, or by divine power, evil power, or highest power these being sy…
…is confidence as settled and unchangeable despite external influences from beings of high status or power. This kind of confidence is not an ordinary belief, but a quality of noble individuals (ariya-pugga…
Giving Courage to Others
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Giving Courage to Others
…re we can encourage other people, we should be able to encourage ourselves first. The only way to empower the mind is to cling to the source of the absolute power of the Triple Gem. If our minds can become…
…re we can encourage other people, we should be able to encourage ourselves first. The only way to empower the mind is to cling to the source of the absolute power of the Triple Gem. If our minds can become…
Meditation for World Peace and Happiness
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Meditation for World Peace and Happiness
…ries in the world prosper and be full of good people who work for true happiness and peace. Let the power from the purity of your still mind at the centre of your body spread to those people who are suffer…
… spread their positive energy globally. The practice of meditation is portrayed as a source of pure power that can illuminate darkened minds, promoting a community of good people fostering peace. By nurtur…
A Changed Region: The Transformation of the Middle East Post 9/11
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A Changed Region: The Transformation of the Middle East Post 9/11
…n Lebanon that forced Syrian troops out of the country. In extreme cases, they might be forced from power. The Middle East of 2008 is indeed a vastly different region from that of 2001, and the war in Ira…
…n countries like Iraq, which, despite U.S. troop presence, remains a divided and violent state. The power dynamics have shifted, particularly with Iran's rising influence in the region and its ongoing nucl…
The Complex Dynamics of Sunni Politics in Iraq
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The Complex Dynamics of Sunni Politics in Iraq
…to become part of, and possibly dominate, the Iraqi military, supporting the dream of renewed Sunni power in a centralized Iraq. U.S. tactics also have been in constant flux ever since the occupation. Wash…
This text examines the intricate dynamics of Sunni political groups in Iraq amid changing power structures. Local organizations show a preference for decentralized systems, often in conflict with…
The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
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The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
…ty of Syria is a domestic situation that has changed very little over time, despite a transition of power from Hafez al-Assad to his son Bashar in 2000. Syria is ruled by an authoritarian, Baathist regime,…
…licy which continues to evolve. Despite the U.S. efforts to limit Syria's influence, the balance of power remains intricate and deeply intertwined with sectarian and political interests within Lebanon. The…
Realities of the New Middle East
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Realities of the New Middle East
…till do not control the entire country, and so have not succeeded in reestablishing the monopoly of power, which is the first building block of statehood. Large parts of the country, including the southern…
…troop withdrawal, control issues persist, with Hizbollah and other factions maintaining significant power. The U.S. backed attempts to diminish Syrian influence initially showed promise, but the resilience…
U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
… free flow of oil depends politically on U.S. policy toward Iran and re-establishing the balance of power in the Gulf. There is no way for the United States to protect the two critical interests of curbi…
…o strengthen moderate forces in Iran. The recommendations aim at establishing a regional balance of power while reducing U.S. military presence to mitigate negative repercussions in the region. This compre…
Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
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Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
…ement’s leaders are compelled to accept that the logic of events is leading in a direction they are powerless to stop (as actually happened for a brief period in the 1990s). Thus, the United States must …
…also highlights the need for the U.S. to adapt its strategies in the context of changing balance of power following Iraq's collapse, suggesting that Arab states' diplomatic efforts could play a crucial rol…
Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
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Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
… 2. When you do this action, boon happens; 3. The boon that you create is pure energy; 4. Energy is power; 5. Pure power overrides and destroys destructive power, or kilesa; 6. This influx of pure power ma…
In this insightful discussion on meditation, Luang Por explains how the mind often drifts outside our center, leading to anger and distraction from self-awareness. By focusing inward and engaging in g
The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
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The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
…nown Factor is undiscoverable, or unattainable, by oneself and it must be given to us by some Super Power. Additionally, we must have some favor with that Power in order to discover who and/or where the Po…
…se who see the Unknown Factor as external or internal. The former group believes in an unattainable power requiring favor for discovery, a concept reflected in the medieval Catholic Church's practices. The…
Be Yourself: Embrace Your True Potential
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Be Yourself: Embrace Your True Potential
…e yourself? Look at the sun, generating its own light and heat which becomes a tremendous source of power. Comparing ourselves ourselves with the sun, human beings are capable of improving themselves to th…
…appiness and vitality. By focusing on self-improvement and mindfulness, one can harness their inner power to maintain joy and energy throughout the day. Learn to appreciate the beauty of being yourself.
Upasokkaew Ceremony: A Blessing for His Majesty the King
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Upasokkaew Ceremony: A Blessing for His Majesty the King
… from the gathering of those who practise good deeds, people who sit and meditate together create a power which comes from everyone’s still and purified mind. This power will eventually affect the whole wo…
…elebrate His Majesty the King's birthday with around 200,000 participants. The event emphasized the power of collective meditation, broadcasted for 2 hours on Channel 5 and Channel 11. Dhammajayo highlight…
The Power of Pure Meditation for Global Peace
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The Power of Pure Meditation for Global Peace
…d prosper and be full of good people who work for true happiness and peace for all persons. Let the power from the purity of your still mind at the centre of your body spread to those people who are suffer…
This text emphasizes the importance of connecting with all beings and the role of meditation in spreading happiness and compassion. It advocates for a world where love prevails over exploitation and d
Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
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Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
…ally a return to the status quo, made it very clear that neither country could break the balance of power. By removing Saddam Hussein, the United States did just that. Ahmadinejad's election and the increa…
This text discusses the significant changes in the balance of power in the Middle East following the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq and the subsequent rise of Iranian influ…
The Complex Relationship Between Syria and the United States
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The Complex Relationship Between Syria and the United States
…d radical credentials. A new phase started with the death of Hafez al-Assad in 2000 and the rise to power of his politically less astute and experienced son Bashar. This transition in Syria coincided with …
The text explores the evolving relationship between Syria and the United States, highlighting key moments such as the leadership transition from Hafez al-Assad to Bashar al-Assad, the impact of the Ir
Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
…had first surfaced during the 1990s. While each country has expressed plans to develop only nuclear power plants, a combination of factors, such as increasing doubts about the U.S. ability to continue to p…
…lude the U.S. approaching relations with leaders abandoning weapons programs and shifts in regional power dynamics. The fundamental reality is that despite earlier hopes for greater democratization, the po…
Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
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Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
…be frustrated in the short run by incumbent regimes that have no interest in jeopardizing their own power. So-called reformers in the ruling establishments only want economic reform and administrative mode…
The text discusses the complexities faced in promoting democracy in Arab nations, highlighting the influence of incumbent regimes resistant to political reform. It notes that, despite potential allies
The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
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The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
36 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST restoring a balance of power that is not entirely dependent on a long-term, large U.S. military presence with its financial cost…
This text discusses the changing power dynamics in the Middle East, particularly the region's responses to Iranian influence and the evolv…
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
…e team thought the idea was an impossible dream. But Khun Yai, with her faith and confidence in the power of merit5, told the team that the power of their collective virtue and merit would lead them to "ce…
…eate a meditation center despite limited resources of only 3,200 Baht. With unwavering faith in the power of merit, Khun Yai inspires her team to believe in the potential for collective virtue to attract s…