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The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
… have strayed from performing virtuous deeds. As a result, their children will not realize the main purpose in doing good deeds as well. Contributing a Buddha image is one of the noblest deeds that benefits …
Contributing a Buddha image is portrayed as a noble deed, ensuring the contributor's lasting merit and a peaceful afterlife. The narrator reflects on their grandmother's significant contributions, emp
Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
…alues and American interests do not always coincide. Pretending that this is not the case serves no purpose except to undermine credibility when the inevitable discrepancies between high principles and polit…
The text discusses the fluctuating concept of democracy promotion in the Middle East, highlighting the confusion between promoting democracy and regime overthrow. It emphasizes the need for the U.S. t
การอบรมสามเณรธรรมทายาทและความสัมพันธ์ในครอบครัว
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การอบรมสามเณรธรรมทายาทและความสัมพันธ์ในครอบครัว
… long to stay with their families, wanting to sit, talk, and relax like in the old days. Yet, their purpose is stronger than all these desires.)
พระธรรมทายาทและสามเณรธรรมทายาทรู้สึกประทับใจในความเชื่อมโยงของการเดินทางเพื่อการพัฒนาจิต โดยการเข้าถึงพระรัตนตรัยภายใน แม้จะห่างเหินจากครอบครัว แต่ความรักในสายเลือดยังคงเรียกร้องให้พวกเขาอยากอยู่กับคร
Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
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Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
…meditation in the original teachings of the Buddha, and insufficient attention has been paid to the purpose and effects of meditative practice for a proper understanding of the Buddhist tradition. This is wh…
This preface discusses the ongoing discoveries in Buddhist meditation texts and the efforts of Venerable Phrakrupaladnayokwarawat (Sudhammo Bhikkhu) in promoting scholarly exploration. It emphasizes t
Congratulatory Letter for Dhammachai International Research Institute
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Congratulatory Letter for Dhammachai International Research Institute
…nd will provide a valuable vehicle for the dissemination of research in Early Buddhism. The central purpose of the journal will be to promote and publish research on the early texts of the Buddhist tradition…
The 60th Dhammachai Education Foundation of Australia and New Zealand has strengthened its commitment to studying the Buddhist tradition. The foundation established the Dhammachai International Resear
Launch of the Journal of the Dhammachai International Research Institute
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Launch of the Journal of the Dhammachai International Research Institute
…eam of researchers, and entered into agreements with various universities around the world, for the purpose of pursuing these research interests. The DIRI sponsors graduate students from Thailand to undertak…
This collection of articles marks the launch of the JDIRI, showcasing perspectives on Early Buddhism and meditation studies. The journal aims to publish research on ancient manuscripts and esoteric pr
The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos
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The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos
…05. Accompanied by an officer of the Bureau of Culture and a Lao scholar, I went into the cave. The purpose was to decipher and read the palm-leaf manuscripts which are kept in the cave. Map of Nong Pa Fa C…
In May 2005, Anatole-Roger Peltier was invited by the Ministry of Information and Culture in Laos to explore the Nong Pa Fa Cave in Khammouan Province. Accompanied by a cultural officer and a local sc
ชีวิตนี้ ชีวิตหน้า
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ชีวิตนี้ ชีวิตหน้า
…ok is the result of my Dhamma research during my rains - retreat abroad from 2554 to 2556 B.E. The purpose of this book is to provide Thai & non-Thai Buddhists certain knowledge about life after death, this…
หนังสือเล่มนี้เป็นผลจากการค้นคว้าธรรมในช่วงเข้าพรรษาต่างประเทศระหว่างปี 2554 ถึง 2556 เพื่อให้ความรู้แก่ชาวพุทธทั้งไทยและต่างชาติเกี่ยวกับชีวิตหลังความตาย และการสนทนาระหว่างเจ้าชายปยายสีและพระกุมารกัส
The Early Life of Luang Por Dhammajayo
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The Early Life of Luang Por Dhammajayo
…e read, the more Dhamma sermons he listened to, the more he wondered: “Why are we born? What is the purpose of one’s life? Where do we go after we die? Do heaven and hell really exist?” These questions ling…
Luang Por Dhammajayo, born Chaiyaboon Suddhipol on April 22, 1944, in Singburi, Thailand, had a keen interest in Buddhism from a young age. Raised by an engineer father, he frequently attended boardin
The Key to Success: Stopping the Mind
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The Key to Success: Stopping the Mind
…hem impassively without engaging your mind with them. This will help your mind to remain still. The purpose of your practice is aimed at stilling your mind, not at seeing images or seeing bright light. The …
Stopping the mind from wandering is crucial in meditation practice. The Great Master Phramongkholthepmuni asserts that the main goal is to achieve mental stillness, regardless of external distractions
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey within you!" Jon, obviously not afraid of the hard questions, asks, "Could you tell me what you think is the difference between Buddha and Jesus?" Luang Por says, "Buddha teaches th
…umorously addresses the idea of family choices at birth based on one's merit, before discussing the purpose of the 60-year meditation building at Wat Phra Dhammakaya, where serious meditators aim to combat M…
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
…. "Fourth, Deity is a type of Mara that controls or influences beings or things to serve a certain purpose. In this type of Mara, we usually can't see the cause of what we see: we see its soldiers, not it, …
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey elaborates on the concept of Mara, describing five distinct types: Kanta Mara (the body and mind functions), Gamma (action from karma), Deity (false gods), Matuman (fe
Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
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Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
…ting many of the documents: the Mission Statement, the online self-development program, and several purpose statements that were being used. The project was to culminate with a Peace Revolution Conference in…
In February 2009, I revisited the Ashram to attend the Peace Revolution Conference, having previously contributed to its development. My host encouraged me to meet Luang Por Dattajevo, and upon enteri
The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
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The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
…f always communicating the truth. “The fifth, and final room, is the school or workplace. The real purpose of this room is
In this insightful segment, Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the connection between external desires and internal happiness, emphasizing the importance of focusing on appropriate clothing rather than just fa
The Importance of Meditation in Education
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The Importance of Meditation in Education
but teach them how to respond to everyone around them using those characteristics. We have an educational environment that is conducive to learning – and a joyful and peaceful one as well. “All of th
…eachers by promoting happiness and productivity in education. It poses critical questions about the purpose of education, urging educators to cultivate ethical thinkers rather than mere workforce members.
Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
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Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
…en though we may magnify these, we are still in control of it, if we look at the outside. The whole purpose is to cultivate inner peace, not outer peace.” A young Peruvian woman asks if there is a differenc…
The inner body possesses its own mind, likening it to layered dreams. Meditation requires introspection; focusing inward cultivates true peace. Luang Por discusses the nature of dreams, highlighting c
Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
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Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
…he positive to negatives and creates a glorious distraction so that we do not achieve our true life purpose. Regarding meditation, there are many "tools" Mara uses so that we do not meditate on the inside, p…
This text introduces key terms within the realm of Dhammakaya Meditation, focusing on figures like Luang Pu Sodh Wat PakNam and the roles of MaeChi and Upasikas. It delves into Mara as a symbol of tem
Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
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Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
… the individual's determination in facing life's challenges by instilling mindfulness, patience and purpose in life. These precepts are guarantees for the future, whether the individual subsequently chooses …
The 227 precepts provide rules and guidelines for the ordained, defining right and wrong to help individuals strengthen their determination amidst life's challenges. They ensure that knowledge gained
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Duties and Responsibilities for Monks The main purpose of ordaining is to free yourself from worldly commitments and worries so that you may have the oppo…
The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
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The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
…r in helping to improve and better your life, so that you may become a better person. Such is the purpose of my sermon and lecture today, to thank you for your support. The Buddha estab- lished this tr…
This text discusses the reciprocal relationship between monks and the community through the exchange of alms and teachings. The author emphasizes the importance of monks learning the Dhamma to offer v