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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
…fe free from worldly possessions." Sometimes in life, even when we desire to live according to the precepts, there are times when we must lie. For example, a secretary whose responsibility is to arrange meet…
… healthcare, and farming expose individuals to moral dilemmas that complicate adherence to the Five Precepts. Thus, lay life often offers limited opportunities to live righteously and achieve inner peace. For…
DMC Translator’s Handbook
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DMC Translator’s Handbook
…pada 4 -- Four Foundations of Success - Wrong Livelihood 4. Discipline for Monastics 5. The Five Precepts 6. The Eight Precepts 7. Merits 8. Generosity 9. Meditation 10. How to Meditate 11. Dhammakaya Medi…
…on practices including Dhammakaya Meditation. Explore the Buddha’s life, vibrant topics on virtues, precepts, and monastic discipline, as well as detailed discussions on merits and generosity. This handbook i…
Popular Dhamma Topics
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Popular Dhamma Topics
…ons of Success - Wrong Livelihood - Say No to Alcohol 4. Discipline for Monastics 5. The Five Precepts 6. The Eight Precepts 7. Merits 8. Generosity 9. Meditation 10. How to Meditate 11. Dhammakaya Medi…
…e Eightfold Path, and essential practices including meditation and ethical living. Explore the five precepts, the importance of generosity, and various meditation methods, including Dhammakaya meditation. Thi…
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. No…
The Five Precepts in Buddhism outline ethical guidelines for practitioners, emphasizing respect for life among other …
Understanding the Importance of the Fifth and Eight Precepts
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Understanding the Importance of the Fifth and Eight Precepts
… pleasantness and credibility in speech - Having honesty in action, speech and thought **THE EIGHT PRECEPTS** The Eight Precepts are intended to be kept by Buddhist householders during times of intensified t…
…dhering to this precept, such as enhanced perception, awareness, and wisdom. Furthermore, the Eight Precepts provide a framework for Buddhist householders during focused training periods, promoting ethical li…
The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
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The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
…or a Cetiya, this part will be huge. Part 2: This is the middle part and is formed by the merit of Precepts observing. Its size is smaller than the first part. It is round and consists of many floors, one on…
…castle structure, divided into three parts: the base formed by alms-giving, the middle by observing precepts, and the top by meditation practice. Each part's size reflects the amount of merit accumulated, ill…
Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
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Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
…t of Perfections. Ideally, a married couple should share an equal faith in The Triple Gem, The Five Precepts, The Right View and The Law of Катта. In life we will encounter many obstacles, stress and problems…
…her in the pursuit of Perfections while sharing faith in The Triple Gem and values such as The Five Precepts. Life’s challenges, influenced by The Eight Worldly Conditions, can lead to suffering, necessitatin…
Delicate Love and Buddhist Values in Relationships
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Delicate Love and Buddhist Values in Relationships
…t of a person's life, including how to build relationships that are ethical and conform to The Five Precepts. Our Buddhist ancestors' view of love was nobler than that which we find in modern times. In examin…
…tions for couples in their married life, emphasizing ethical actions and the importance of The Five Precepts. It contrasts modern views of love with the nobler perspectives of our Buddhist ancestors, highligh…
Creating a Heavenly Family through Dhammakaya
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Creating a Heavenly Family through Dhammakaya
…tened to the Dhamma, and lived a life of purity. On Buddhist Holy Days, everyone observed The Eight Precepts, even the youngest children. They all reached their Dhammakaya within. This is an example of a heav…
…y illustrate the profound impact of shared spiritual practices, daily meditation, and observance of precepts. Families must avoid negative influences like alcohol and tobacco to foster a heavenly environment …
Reflections on Alcoholism and Relationships
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Reflections on Alcoholism and Relationships
…s different. Every year on Buddhist Lent Day, I take my friends to a temple to pray and observe the precepts. In the morning, I requested precepts, but when it reached noon I went home and continued to drink …
In this poignant account, the narrator shares their battle with alcoholism, detailing the toll it takes on their life and marriage. Despite frequent binge drinking and neglecting their partner, the na
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
… are conditions which state that nothing is constant and everything is subjected to change. 12. The Precepts Codes of moral conduct in Buddhism. 13. The Right View The right understanding of the Truth in Budd…
…mpermanence of all things. Additionally, it describes the moral guidelines in Buddhism known as the Precepts, and emphasizes the importance of having a Right View, which is essential for understanding the Tru…
Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
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Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
…ep, they have to teach their child to do only good deeds including practicing generosity, observing precepts, and meditating. Thirdly, parents should support their child's education to the highest level. The …
This text discusses the essential teachings of Buddhism on parenting. It emphasizes that parents are responsible for providing not just food, but also moral and ethical guidance. Key principles includ
Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation
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Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation
… and every Buddhist Sabbath day, they will join Buddhist ceremonies at the temple and observe eight precepts. : I just wonder, the perception of Thais must be so different inside here. Can you describe an ord…
…Special days like Visakha Puja and Asarnha Puja see monks participating in ceremonies and observing precepts. Understanding their life gives insight into the dedication and discipline required in monkhood. Fo…
A Successful Marriage
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A Successful Marriage
…ctors as well. As mentioned above, the couple should be equal to each other in four aspects: faith, precepts, attitude and belief. Buddhist couples usually take some time to learn and know each other before g…
A successful marriage requires more than just love; couples must consider equality in faith, precepts, attitude, and belief. Many Buddhist couples take time to know each other before marrying, viewing …
Raising a Child to be Wholesome
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Raising a Child to be Wholesome
…r work, resulting in difficulty of achieving success. The Dhamma Disciplines are rooted in the Five Precepts: Children that don't keep the Five Precepts will experience problems in their adult life, such as i…
การเลี้ยงดูเด็กให้มีความดีงามนั้นเริ่มจากการสร้างวินัยทั้งในชีวิตประจำวันและในด้านธรรมะ โดยการตั้งตัวอย่างที่ดีจากพ่อแม่ ผู้ปกครองควรสอนเด็กให้มีวินัยในการพูด การใช้เวลา ความสะอาด และการจัดระเบียบ เพื
Caring for Patients: The Importance of a Clear Mind in Final Moments
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Caring for Patients: The Importance of a Clear Mind in Final Moments
…ell the patient about it so that they will be delighted. 4) Persuade them to strictly observe the 5 Precepts. They should not kill even an ant or a mosquito. 5) Invite them to meditate. This is very important…
…s through reminiscence of merits, encouraging new meritorious actions, promoting adherence to the 5 Precepts, and facilitating meditation. These practices not only uplift the patient’s spirit but can also enh…
Why is Soliciting a Prostitute a Sin?
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Why is Soliciting a Prostitute a Sin?
…at the question of whether soliciting a prostitute is wrong is not determined on the grounds of the Precepts (sila), but falls under the concept of the roads leading to ruin (Apāyamukha). "Apay?" means a form…
…being morally acceptable. It highlights Buddhism's view that the act is not just a violation of the Precepts, but part of the Apāyamukha, which refers to paths leading to ruin and moral deterioration. The cha…
Complete Criteria in Giving
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Complete Criteria in Giving
3. Conscientious donor. The donor should at least abide by the Five Precepts. And it is important that he should be joyful before, during and after the offering, and not feel r…
ในข้อความนี้ได้กล่าวถึงเกณฑ์สำคัญในการให้ในพระพุทธศาสนา โดยเน้นถึงบทบาทของผู้บริจาคและผู้รับ และความสำคัญของการสร้างบุญ ผู้บริจาคต้องมีจิตใจที่ดีและมีความสุขก่อน ระหว่าง และหลังการให้ ขณะที่ผู้รับควรเ
Ordaining for One's Parents Brings Merit
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Ordaining for One's Parents Brings Merit
…in more merits. And finally, while at the temple, they will see that other people are observing the precepts and practicing meditation. If they follow this example they, too, will gain merit. "There is no dou…
การบวชเพื่อพ่อแม่ไม่เพียงแต่เพิ่มคุณงามความดีให้กับตนเอง แต่ยังส่งผลให้พ่อแม่ได้มีโอกาสฝึกปฏิบัติธรรมมากขึ้น ข้อความนี้ชี้ให้เห็นว่าการสอนและพูดคุยระหว่างพระกับพ่อแม่สามารถกระตุ้นให้ครอบครัวทำความดีได
Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
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Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
…instilled them with generosity through alms offerings to the monks and daily observance of the five precepts. These wholesome deeds transform into a moral foundation and discipline for the children. When they…
This text discusses how families can instill moral values and mindfulness in children through daily Dhamma studies, teachings, and meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity, the awareness