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The Importance of Honoring Grandparents
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The Importance of Honoring Grandparents
…blems. Now we come to the scheme of how to prepare ourselves to be parents worthy of our children's reverence. First of all, we must know there are two types of elderly people. The first type of elderly person…
The text emphasizes the need for parents to demonstrate respect towards their own parents (grandparents) to instill similar values in their children. It warns against negative behaviors towards parent
Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
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Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
…nderstanding of life. The Lord Buddha called these elderly people "those worthy of their children's reverence." A family with a member like this will possess happiness as if it has "a worthy one in the family.…
The text discusses the qualities of 'Fruitful Persons,' elderly individuals who exemplify self-sufficiency and altruism. They live by Buddhist principles, offer alms, adhere to precepts, and meditate
The Role of Elderly in Family Dynamics
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The Role of Elderly in Family Dynamics
…nd will be proud of what they have accomplished, since their duties are "worthy of their children's reverence." Thus, it can be deduced that the second sorts of elderly people will not be lonely during their f…
Elderly individuals often prepare for their funerals with savings and ensure their legacy is passed on to their children. They engage in merit-making and instill values, becoming respected figures in
The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
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The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
…nd will be proud of what they have accomplished, since their duties are “worthy of their children’s reverence.” Thus, it can be deduced that the second sorts of elderly people will not be lonely during their …
…g their children can sustain their families. Emphasizing the importance of leading a life worthy of reverence, the text highlights how the blessings bestowed upon descendants become crucial obligations. The pr…
Parents: Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents: Worthy of Our Reverence
…ctation of an inheritance. How can we prevent this problem of ungraciousness to those worthy of our reverence? With great vision and wisdom, our ancestors had clear criteria for solving this problem. Primarily…
ตามคำสอนของพุทธศาสนา พ่อแม่ถือเป็นอรหันต์ในครอบครัวและเป็นครูคนแรกของเด็ก การเคารพและตอบแทนบุญคุณพ่อแม่เป็นสิ่งที่สำคัญในสังคมไทย พ่อแม่ควรได้รับการดูแลจากลูกในวัยชรา และการละเลยพ่อแม่ในปัจจุบันกลายเป
Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
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Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
… many people to lose their faith in Buddhism and to over-generalize that monks do not deserve their reverence. Moreover, this has a great impact on the more than 300,000 monks and novices around the country.
…ershadowed by media reports of monks violating their vows, leading to a decline in public trust and reverence towards the monastic community. This has significant implications for over 300,000 monks and novice…
The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
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The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
…e met the respected senior monk: He said, “Nowadays, monks do not behave well and do not deserve my reverence. So, I wish to pay respect to only the Lord Buddha and the Dhamma. My question is, “Can I not pay r…
…uld jeopardize faith in the Sangha. The respected senior monk's response is crucial for maintaining reverence for the spiritual community, reflecting the Buddha's teachings to analyze before forming beliefs. U…
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
…st importantly, they disrespect the practice of meditation for a peaceful mind. Even when they lack reverence for only part of the Triple Gem, they become Internal Fools in Buddhism. None of them will ever gai…
…doubt the enlightenment of the Lord Buddha and disregard meditation practices, leading to a lack of reverence for the Triple Gem. This disrespect makes them vulnerable to External Fools and hinders their under…
Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected i…
In 1999, Thailand faced a concerning trend where the elderly population being neglected rose by 300,000 annually, while retirement homes could only accept 200 more residents per year. This reflects a
Solving Buddhism's Crisis
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Solving Buddhism's Crisis
… many people to lose their faith in Buddhism and to over-generalize that monks do not deserve their reverence. Moreover, this has a great impact on the more than 300,000 monks and novices around the country. 1…
…and novices nationwide. The chapter emphasizes the importance of addressing these issues to restore reverence for the Buddhist tradition.
The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
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The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
… Venerable Phramonkolthepmuni." I finally understand and conclude that the answer is to hold a high reverence for his teachings. There was a monk, a disciple of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam's, who told me that when t…
…appeal to both followers and donors. The teachings of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam underscore the need for reverence and dedication to maintain the temple's mission, ensuring it does not fall into abandonment like ma…
Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected in…
ในปี 1999 สถิติในประเทศไทยแสดงให้เห็นว่าจำนวนผู้สูงอายุที่ถูกทอดทิ้งเพิ่มขึ้นประมาณ 300,000 คนต่อปี ขณะที่บ้านพักคนชราในไทยสามารถรองรับผู้สูงอายุได้เพียง 200 คนต่อปี สาเหตุนี้มาจากลูกผู้ใหญ่ไม่สามารถแ
พระรัตนตรัยและการบูชารัตนชาติ
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พระรัตนตรัยและการบูชารัตนชาติ
…ext, but it primarily discusses the significance of the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha) and the reverence of sacred relics.)
พระรัตนตรัยเป็นที่พึ่งของมนุษย์และเทวา โดยรัตนชาติที่มีอยู่ให้ความปลื้มปิติและประโยชน์แก่พระเจ้า หากนำรัตนชาติมาบูชาพระรัตนตรัย จะเกิดประโยชน์อันยิ่งใหญ่ทั้งต่อตนเองและมวลมนุษยธรรม และจะไม่มีความมืดมิ
The Encounter at the Sinsapa Tree Grove
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The Encounter at the Sinsapa Tree Grove
' Why are the people of Setavya going forth like this towards the Sivsapa – tree Grove ? ' Then the doorkeeper told him the news. And he said : - ' Then, good doorkeeper, go to the brahmins and househ
…ve where the Wanderer Master Kassapa is present. While some householders and brahmins approach with reverence, there are underlying doubts about the existence of otherworldly entities and moral consequences. P…
The Reverence of Parents in Buddhism
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The Reverence of Parents in Buddhism
…ion of an inheritance. How can we prevent this problem of ungraciousness to those worthy of our reverence? With great vision and wisdom, our ancestors had clear criteria for solving this problem. Primar…
In Buddhist teachings, parents are revered as the first teachers and gateways to heaven. Thai children demonstrate respect by bowing at their feet and caring for them in old age. Neglecting elderly pa
Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
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Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
…editation practice (Bhāvanāmaya) Mental development through meditation 4. Humility (Apaṭṭhānamaya) Reverence and humility towards others with virtue 5. Aiding others (Veyyāvaccamaya) Assisting others without…
This text emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation. It explains how a person's mental state can determine their spiritual fate in the afterlif
The Favourite Jataka
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The Favourite Jataka
… your track came hither.” The Master asked, “Lay Brother, what are you saying?” He answered, “Your Reverence, this boy is skilled in knowing footsteps. To test him I came hither in such and such a manner. Not…
In this tale, a boy skillfully traces his father's footsteps to find him. When questioned by the Master, the boy explains how he recognized the steps that led him to his father. The Master reflects on
Truth for the Family: Essential Practices for Moral Living
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Truth for the Family: Essential Practices for Moral Living
…ation Practice (bhavanamaya) - Mental development through meditation. 4. Humility (apacayanamaya) - Reverence and humility towards others with virtue. 5. Aiding Others (veyyavaccamaya) - Assisting others witho…
Part Five discusses vital practices for families to cultivate a moral lifestyle. It highlights the importance of moral discipline (silamaya), meditation (bhavanamaya), and humility (apacayanamaya) amo
Golden Age of Inner Peace
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Golden Age of Inner Peace
…big, deeply rooted prob- lem. Luckily for them they now have a chance to discover 'True Peace'. His Reverence Luang Por Dhammajayo has sent Buddhist monks (missionar- ies) to light the way in South Africa and …
The chapter discusses the impact of meditation, as taught by Mr. Sungvien Khanchaiphoom and Luang Por Dhammajayo, on violent cultures in the Solomon Islands and Africa. Through meditation, these commu
The Rebirth of Prince Payasi and the Venerable Gavampati
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The Rebirth of Prince Payasi and the Venerable Gavampati
…of parents, no fruit or result of deeds well or ill - done ? ' ' I was indeed, sir, but through his reverence Kumara Kassapa I detached myself from that evil set of opinions. ' ' But the youth Uttara, who obje…
In this narrative, the venerable Gavampati often retreats to an empty mansion for meditation. He encounters Prince Payasi, who acknowledges his past disbelief in the afterlife and explains his transfo