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Dad, Why Were We Born?
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Dad, Why Were We Born?
…son asked the father, "Dad, since everyone has to die like our great- grandparent, then what is the purpose of life?" The father, who had acquired knowledge about Buddhism, replied to his beloved son, "My so…
In this chapter, a father explains to his son the fundamental question of life's purpose that everyone contemplates, regardless of their status. After a ceremony honoring their great-grand…
Understanding Death and the Purpose of Life
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Understanding Death and the Purpose of Life
…se deeds will be carried on to the next life. All life ends at death. Yet, death could never be the purpose of life. The purpose of life is to cultivate merit and purify oneself from defilements to attain Ni…
…ctives on death: one as a mere inevitability leading to despair, and the other as a motivator for a purposeful life. It emphasizes the cultivation of good deeds and merits as the true purpose of existence. R…
Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
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Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
…e deeds will be carried on to the next life. All life ends at death. Yet, death could never be the purpose of life. The purpose of life is to cultivate merit and purify oneself from defilements to attain Ni…
In contemplating death, there are varied perspectives. The false view neglects merit and life’s purpose, while the right view emphasizes the importance of good deeds before we die. Life’s ultimate goal i…
10 Pearls of Inner Wisdom
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10 Pearls of Inner Wisdom
… most important thing, wherever you are, is not to neglect your meditation practice. Don't let your purpose in life² slip away. We made the decision to follow this path, out of a wish to learn meditation and…
…editation practice as a path to achieving enlightenment. It encourages individuals not to let their purpose in life slip away and to meditate with diligence, acknowledging that improvement results from consi…
AIM IN LIFE
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AIM IN LIFE
AIM IN LIFE 3. Replenishing Purpose From the first time I started to study Dhamma³, I knew I couldn't afford to waste a further moment …
The text emphasizes the importance of understanding one's purpose in life and the quest for spiritual fulfillment through Dhamma study. It encourages readers to prio…
การทำงานร่วมกันเพื่อชีวิตที่มีเป้าหมาย
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การทำงานร่วมกันเพื่อชีวิตที่มีเป้าหมาย
…light the path for humanity and make everyone realize that within them resides a divine nature, the purpose of life becomes clear: why we were born and what our life goals are. How do we reach those goals? T…
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงความสำคัญของความรักและความสามัคคีในการทำงานร่วมกันเพื่อให้เข้าใจในเป้าหมายชีวิตและการมีชีวิตอย่างมีความหมาย โดยการทำงานร่วมกันทั้งในด้านงานหยาบและงานละเอียด ผลงานในระดับนี้จะช่วยขจัดอุ
Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
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Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
…g more worthwhile for the binding of two lives. Whoever wants to, should contemplate carefully. The purpose of a marriage is to be true friends to one another, to look out for each other, and to be a partner…
…t love, but about mutual respect, understanding, and shared virtues that lead to a happy union. The purpose of marriage is to support each other in the pursuit of Perfections while sharing faith in The Tripl…
Death & Afterlife in Buddhism
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Death & Afterlife in Buddhism
Death & Afterlife Monica accumulate merits. Also, one should acknowledge the purpose of being born a human so as to cease birth and find the celestial realm as a halfway before reachin…
In Buddhism, the purpose of human life is to accumulate merits and strive for higher levels of meditation to achieve peace o…
The Joy of Ordination: A Tribute to Mothers
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The Joy of Ordination: A Tribute to Mothers
…nefit. Initially, my ordination was to show gratitude to my parents. Auspiciously, I discovered the purpose of life. Obstacles to Ordination To ordain and to give one's parents the chance to rejoice in the m…
…al wealth. This practice not only honors parents but also leads to a deeper understanding of life’s purpose. Despite challenges, the merits associated with ordaining for one's parents are immense, fostering …
Confronting Life's Inherent Sufferings
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Confronting Life's Inherent Sufferings
… confront aging, sickness and death, habitually reflecting on the following aspects: 1. Knowing the purpose of life: Knowing that we were not born to live only for enjoyment. In fact, we were born to pursue …
… of the Buddha, one can learn to accept and cope with life's hardships, ultimately seeking a higher purpose and achieving inner peace through self-realization. The essence of life is not just enjoyment, but …
The Cycle of Existence and Human Purpose
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The Cycle of Existence and Human Purpose
…d learn how to relinquish all ephemeral things. The rest of our lives should be devoted to the true purpose of human birth. Do not be reckless by allowing yourself to be carried away with worldly pleasures.
…this cycle urges us to relinquish transient pleasures and dedicate our lives to fulfilling the true purpose of human birth. We should avoid being reckless and getting lost in worldly distractions during our …
Family Wisdom: Understanding Life's Purpose
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Family Wisdom: Understanding Life's Purpose
… left, the son asked his father, "Dad, since everyone has to die like our grandparents, what is the purpose of life?" The father replied: "Deep down inside, everybody has asked what we are doing here and wha…
ในบทนี้พูดถึงการสนทนาภายในครอบครัวเกี่ยวกับความหมายของชีวิต โดยมีลูกถามพ่อเกี่ยวกับความตายและจุดมุ่งหมายของการมีชีวิตอยู่ พ่อได้แบ่งปันประสบการณ์และความคิดเกี่ยวกับการศึกษา dhamma ที่ช่วยให้เขาเข้าใจค
A Journey's Preparation: Truth for the Family
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A Journey's Preparation: Truth for the Family
… confront aging, sickness, and death. We should constantly reflect on the following: 1. Knowing the purpose of life: Know that we were not born to live only for enjoyment. In fact, we were born to pursue per…
…life's challenges, such as aging, sickness, and death. Key reflections include understanding life’s purpose, which is not merely enjoyment but the pursuit of perfection and overcoming suffering through the c…
Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
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Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
…ng the maximum number of good deeds. All physical life ends at death. Yet, death could never be the purpose of life. The purpose of life is to cultivate boonya and purify ourselves from kilesa in order to at…
In this segment, we explore the natural inevitability of death and how it shapes our perspectives on life. Daily reflection on our mortality encourages us to cultivate boonya and engage in good deeds,
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…urney to Joy all secrets and leave us without doubts. We will possess the right knowledge about the purpose of life and consequently follow a correct path - one that is more fruitful and substantive. 184 Liv…
…e power of the Dhammakaya, emphasizing how true knowledge within ourselves can create happiness and purpose. By unlocking this wisdom through meditation, we can become well-adjusted individuals embodying pur…
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
…have they found home and professional lives more enjoyable, they have also realised the fundamental purpose of their lives on this earth. Wisdom 185
…fessional spheres. More importantly, meditation has guided them towards discovering the fundamental purpose of their existence on Earth. This ancient practice continues to inspire countless stories of transf…
Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
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Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
…Perfections is a lifestyle of dedicatedly cultivating such virtues. 2. Having a clear and wholesome Purpose in Life is very important to meditators. Apart from having the Pursuit of Perfection as our aim in …
…cusing on the Perfections (paramita) like generosity and wisdom, and the importance of a clear life purpose for meditators. It emphasizes the lifestyle of cultivating virtues and aims for self-sufficiency an…
The Quest for True Happiness
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The Quest for True Happiness
…hemselves that this is true happiness. The entirety of humanity can discover true happiness and the purpose of our existence. We can conduct our lives in a correct and beautiful manner until all people obtai…
…highlight the importance of correct living for lasting happiness, aiming to help humanity find true purpose and peace. The goal is to foster a world where everyone can experience genuine happiness within the…
Teaching Modesty to Children
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Teaching Modesty to Children
"“If parents teach their children about the real purpose for wearing clothes when they are young, their minds will not be fixated on the sensual. Additional…
This passage emphasizes the importance of teaching children about modesty and the real purpose of clothing from a young age. By instilling values of respect and mindfulness, including practices …
Dad, Why Were We Born?
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Dad, Why Were We Born?
…son asked the father, “Dad, since everyone has to die like our great-grandparent, then what is the purpose of life?” The father, who had acquired knowledge about Buddhism, replied to his beloved son, “My …
ในบทนี้ มีการพูดคุยกันระหว่างพ่อกับลูกเกี่ยวกับความหมายของชีวิตและการตาย หลังจากพิธีกรรมทางศาสนา ลูกถามพ่อเกี่ยวกับจุดประสงค์ของชีวิต และพ่ออธิบายถึงความรู้ที่ได้รับเกี่ยวกับพุทธศาสนา ว่าทุกคนล้วนตั้ง