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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
…ation or assembly. Generally, people think of the word only connected to the monastic order, but in reality, it could be the congregation of people who associate with one another in a common bond; specifical…
This text outlines key Buddhist concepts that promote understanding and practice in meditation. Right Concentration, or Samma Samadhi, is described as a state of joyful focus. Samsara represents the c
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
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WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
…iced according the principles of the Lord Buddha until being able to verify for himself the core of reality and purity. He was able to teach others until they too were able to verify the Teachings of the Lor…
The World Dhammakaya Centre spans 800 acres and includes the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall, the largest spiritual hall globally, and the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara, dedicated to the revered med
Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
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Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
…est to serve their needs by providing education in virtue and meditation. In order to make dreams a reality, on a scale that is not limited by national boundaries, we, as the people of the world, have to wor…
The future holds the possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedication. The Dhammakaya Foundation plays a crucial role in offering education in virtue and medita
Importance of Cleanliness at Dhammakaya Temple
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Importance of Cleanliness at Dhammakaya Temple
… the inspecting monk because they believe that he knows about everything going on in the temple. In reality, however the monk hardly knows anything about what is going on. However, when he reaches the temple…
ที่วัดธรรมกายมีนโยบายเรื่องความสะอาดที่บังคับใช้ตั้งแต่ประตูทางเข้าจนถึงทุกซอกทุกมุมของวัด ทุกเช้าเมื่อฉันออกจากกุฏิจะพบกระดาษ ขยะ และก้นบุหรี่ แม้ว่าจะมีป้ายบอกให้คนงดสูบบุหรี่ แต่ยังมีคนแอบสูบอยู่ เ
Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
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Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
…d patience, avoidance of whining and impatience. Second: it means things that are true, such as the reality of life, birth, ageing, sickness and death. Dhamma can have this double meaning, depending on the …
Dhamma has a dual meaning: it encompasses moral aspects like kindness and respect, as well as truths about life including birth, ageing, sickness, and death. This concept is grounded in the teachings
Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
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Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
…tionally, by their influence. Although the Dhamma is a Buddhist doctrine, it is a reflection of the reality of all things and not a product of, or possession unique to, Buddhism. You do not have to be a Budd…
The text discusses a man's journey after meeting Khun Yai Ajahn, discovering life’s goals, and understanding that humans are prisoners on 'Death Row.' He learns that sharing knowledge can illuminate t
The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
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The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
the day we lie on our deathbed, facing the reality of our mortal impermanence, with all our fears returning to confront us once more. Knowledge or wi…
When we confront our mortality, knowledge reveals truth and offers a path to peace. Ignorance leads to fear, prompting the pursuit of wisdom to alleviate suffering. We seek answers to life's fundament
Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
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Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
…‘Inner Light’** will achieve the same resultant enlightenment as this is a universal truth based on reality without any defilements or misconceptions. **LIFE** We are all prisoners of our own sufferings an…
This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of humankind, leading to negative emotions such as sadness and a
Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
… human beings go out to buy pizza or give in to cravings and addictions. This distances us from the reality of our existence and the true nature of things, from what is a necessity and what is not. While it …
This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec
The Nature of the Human Body and Mind
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The Nature of the Human Body and Mind
the physical nature of the average human body consists of an articulated vertical spine and skeletal frame that enable efficient movement for standing, walking, running and sitting. this framework als
…s and struggles with clarity due to kilesa (defilements). Defilements impair perception and distort reality. The clarity of the mind affects our engagement with the world, making kilesa a significant barrier…
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
…d, ultimately, our actions in accordance with the five precepts and further. Meditation reveals the reality of all things, leading to enlightenment and the demise of all sufferings. Meditation also develops …
Honest work illuminates the mind, paving the way for successful meditation. This journey creates good habits and positive energy, fostering happiness and health. Conversely, dishonest actions breed ne
The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
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The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
…e and wisdom was achieved without external teaching, through the power of self-enlightenment to the reality of all things via the process of meditation. Enlightenment is the state of realization and understa…
บทนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของครูในฐานะที่เป็นแบบอย่างและการผสมผสานความรู้ทางวิชาการเข้ากับธรรม เพื่อช่วยให้นักเรียนเติบโตเป็นคนดี เนื้อหายังกล่าวถึงระดับความเข้าใจที่พระพุทธเจ้าสอนเกี่ยวกับชีวิต สี่ขั้นต
True Education: The Path to Enlightenment
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True Education: The Path to Enlightenment
…he mind is still clouded by kilesa, our knowledge is lacking as we cannot see and know the truth or reality. When faced with the challenge of overcoming the suffering from living one's life, it is useful to…
True education encompasses attaining wisdom through listening, analyzing, and ultimately through meditation. The journey to enlightenment involves purifying the mind from kilesa. Just as a fisherman n
Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
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Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
…ll easily develop the three basic virtues, which are respect, patience and discipline. Knowing the reality of this world and the next will help them to understand, avoid and overcome discrimination, disagre…
Chapter 4 emphasizes the significance of regular meditation in helping individuals recognize the duality of good and bad within themselves and others. By understanding this balance, people can cultiva
Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
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Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
… becomes one and the same with the inner Body of Enlightenment, having penetrative insight into the reality of life and the world. This is a state where mental consciousness is at its highest.
Chand's life was deeply affected by her father's curse of deafness, as he was an alcoholic whose words held power. In Thai culture, forgiveness is vital, and after her father's death, she feared she w
Self-Reflection and Dhamma Contemplation for Personal Growth
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Self-Reflection and Dhamma Contemplation for Personal Growth
…ha realized, has verbal expression of that truth, and the phenomena or the process or the immutable reality. Note: Khun Yai frequently used the term “Dhamma” to refer to the practice of meditation.
In this text, readers are encouraged to engage in nightly self-reflection, evaluating their daily actions to accumulate merit and relinquish negative deeds. The practice emphasizes giving up wrongdoin
The Profound Truth of Meditation
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The Profound Truth of Meditation
41. THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A SECRET Luang Por Wat Paknam's meditative attainment was utterly complete and profound. I have witnessed it. A secret as tiny as a strand of hair could not be hidden fro
…ills. Through intense dedication, one can witness the power of meditation and its ability to unveil reality. This personal account reflects the experiences and insights gained from rigorous practice, showcas…
Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
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Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
…in meditation where the mind achieves pure insight & knowledge. having penetrative insight into the reality of life and the world; seen one's inner Body or Enlightenment.
The text discusses the balance between mundane and transcendental merits in personal growth and meditation practice. Mundane merit is achieved through good deeds which contribute to self-development,
Understanding Dhamma and its Significance
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Understanding Dhamma and its Significance
…e Buddha realized, his verbal expression of that truth, and the phenomena or elements that comprise reality. Dhammakaya, Body of Enlightenment; Truth Body; Body of Truth; Buddha-qualities a portion of the …
Dhamma, central to Buddhist philosophy, refers to the natural condition of existence and the ethical framework guiding moral conduct. It embodies the teachings of the Buddha, manifesting truths realiz
คำศัพท์และปรัชญาในพระพุทธศาสนา
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คำศัพท์และปรัชญาในพระพุทธศาสนา
… (panna) wisdom; insight; active capacity for spiritual discernment, seeing into the true nature of reality. This faculty is necessary for enlightenment and is central to all Buddhist schools. ปัญญาจัก Gua…
เนื้อหานี้ได้รวบรวมคำศัพท์และความหมายเกี่ยวกับพระพุทธศาสนา เช่น ปรินิพพานซึ่งหมายถึงการบรรลุธรรมขั้นสูงสุดของพระพุทธเจ้า การปล่อยให้วาง การปรับความสมดุลในชีวิต และความสำคัญของปัญญาซึ่งเป็นกุญแจในการมอ