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หลักฐานทางธรรมในคัมภีร์พุทธโบราณ
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หลักฐานทางธรรมในคัมภีร์พุทธโบราณ
…Journal of the Pali Text Society 1. 1883: 86-132. *Majjhimanikāya.* 4 Vols., eds. V. Trenckner and Robert Chalmers. Oxford: The Pali Text Society, 1888-2006. Vol. 4 index by M. Yamazaki, Y. Ousaka, 2006.…
เอกสารนี้รวบรวมหลักฐานทางธรรมที่สำคัญในคัมภีร์พุทธโบราณ เช่น การศึกษาตำราคัมภีร์ต่างๆ จากหอสมุดแห่งชาติ รวมถึงการศึกษาปริญญาเอกเกี่ยวกับประเพณีโยคาวจรใน Manuscripts ใบลาน งานวิจัยและเอกสารที่เกี่ยวข้อ
The Virtue of Abstaining in Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta
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The Virtue of Abstaining in Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta
… him, rising up for him, according him reverential salutation and polite services, and by providing robes, almsfood, resting places, and medicinal requisites. "When one person, owing to another, has come …
The Dakhina-vibhanga Sutta highlights the significance of abstaining from harmful actions such as killing and immoral conduct. It illustrates how one's journey towards refuge in the Buddha, Dhamma, an
Luang Por Dhammajayo’s Aspiration
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Luang Por Dhammajayo’s Aspiration
Luang Por Dhammajayo’s Aspiration After Luang Por Dhammajayo took the yellow robe to become a Buddhist monk he resolved that he would preach only the subject of stopping the mind. O…
Luang Por Dhammajayo emphasizes the essential practice of stopping the mind in his teachings. His journey from a young monk to a teacher focused on the importance of both reading and practicing Dhamma
Meditation Centers in the USA
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Meditation Centers in the USA
…-763-7897 E-mail: [email protected] MASSACHUSETTS Dhammakaya Meditation Center Boston 65 Roberts Street Quincy, MA 02169, USA Tel: +(1) 617-479-0674 Fax: +(1) 617-479-0674 E-mail: bosto…
Discover a comprehensive list of meditation centers located in states such as Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Minnesota. Each center offers unique environments for practice and spiritua
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
…lthy looking – not thin, not chubby – and, of course, he’s got a bald head and he’s wearing saffron robes because, after all, he is a monk. He possesses an impossible face to describe because it is so end…
The text recounts the author's experience meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, during a special occasion commemorating a birthday. With hesitation and excitement, the a
Understanding Meditation and Merit
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Understanding Meditation and Merit
…'s like this," he says, narrowing his eyes, holding up his arm with a slight wave and adjusting his robe. "Meditation is just quieting the mind so that we can, in essence, become a blank slate in order to…
This passage features a conversation about meditation and the concept of Boon as explained by Luang Por. He emphasizes that meditation involves quieting the mind to facilitate learning and understandi
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
…are all just looking at Luang Por and smiling. We pay our respects to him as he rises, adjusts his robes in a wave, looks at each of us with a twinkle of his eye, and leaves the room. Feeling as though t…
In this enlightening dialogue with Luang Por, he emphasizes the importance of clearing one’s mind to combat Mara, the personification of evil similar to Satan in Christianity. Luang Por explains that
Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
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Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
…on for them. He laughs and holds out his arm. “Just a minute,” he says, as he gets up, adjusts his robes, and hurries out of the room. Many minutes roll by, while I sit there thinking, “Yikes. What have …
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey shares her dialogue with a Theravada monk, discussing important Buddhist concepts such as boon, kilesa, and Mara. The monk provides insight into the 'Treasure Store Di
Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
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Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
…ition is, obviously, way too easy. He smiles. “It’s like this.” Up goes his arm and he adjusts his robes. “There are five types of Mara. In general, Mara, itself, destroys goodness by cutting goodness of…
In the teachings of J. Dhyaan Master, the store of boon represents the source of all desires fulfilled by divine grace. Boonya, or pure energy from doing good, leads to personal purification and enlig
The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
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The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
…ferent sun for each religion in the world." He smiles as he sits back, raises his arm, adjusts his robe and says: “It’s like this. Mara makes beautiful pictures, sounds, smells, taste, and all of these t…
In this teaching, the Dhamma teacher emphasizes the need for personal purity and collective effort to combat Mara. The concept of the Buddha as pure energy and the singular truth of Dhamma across reli
Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
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Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
…achers of the Dhamma in the West. Come back soon." He smiles again, waves his arm as he adjusts his robes, and then he is gone.6 6 Parts of this chapter are copyrighted, *Finding Buddha,* 2010, Shires Pr…
In this touching reflection, the author recounts a farewell to Luang Por, expressing gratitude for his kindness and wisdom. Luang Por encourages continued meditation practice and shares hopes for the
The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
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The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
…ber six significant? And ... Before she finishes, Luang Por raises his arm up in adjustment of his robes. This, of course, signals everyone to be quiet and to listen. Taking a long, slow breath, calmly,…
In this teaching, Luang Por discusses the significance of the Buddha's life and his journey towards enlightenment. Born into wealth and possessing unique qualities, the Buddha sought wisdom from an ea
Understanding the Nature of the Mind
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Understanding the Nature of the Mind
…usly: Luang Por enters the room, smiles at his audience, quietly sits on his dais, and adjusts his robes. He begins: “We must first distinguish between ‘brain’ and ‘mind’ because there is always confusi…
ในวันนี้กลุ่มผู้ทำสมาธิได้รวมตัวกันที่อาศรม เพื่อเรียนรู้เกี่ยวกับธรรมชาติของจิตใจจากหลวงพ่อ ซึ่งได้อธิบายความแตกต่างระหว่าง 'สมอง' กับ 'จิตใจ' โดยสมองเป็นอวัยวะที่ใช้กรองข้อมูลไปยังจิตใจ สรุปได้ว่าธร
Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
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Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
… effective way. Thinking with our mind releases us from the matrix.” Luang Por smiles, adjusts his robes, sits back in a more relaxed position, and asks if there are any questions.
In this discussion, the relationship between the brain and mind is explored in the context of Samsara. The text explains that our thinking can often be clouded by the limitations of our brain, leading
The Eightfold Path in Meditation
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The Eightfold Path in Meditation
…, and then carefully back up and step away from the monks, being careful not to touch them or their robes.
Through meditation, following the Eightfold Path is essential for deeper practice and improvement. Each aspect of the path reinforces the others, aiding in cultivating better meditation. Adherence to
Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
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Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
…" He smiles a huge smile and waves to all of the women in training. Then, solemnly, he adjusts his robes, turns and faces the Buddha statue, bows three times, and rises from the dais, walking slowly away…
This text emphasizes the need for self-reflection and continuous meditation to achieve inner calm and happiness. It highlights the teachings of the Buddha that encourage self-improvement and fostering
Translator's Introduction to Buddhist Teachings
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Translator's Introduction to Buddhist Teachings
…from a very young age, I often wondered who these men were, monks dressed in their colorful saffron robes; their serene presence having an effect on me even then. Over the years, as I learned about the te…
In this introduction, the translator shares their journey of connecting with their Buddhist heritage while living in Europe. They express deep respect for Buddhism and the teachings of the Lord Buddha
The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
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The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
…well-being. Those who are ordained are not merely individuals who shave their heads and wear monks' robes, they must train, practice, and embody the teachings of Lord Buddha.
Ordination is a fundamental aspect of life for male Buddhists, as it allows individuals to cultivate merit that influences both their current life and future existence. In addition to spiritual benefi
The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
…erfection and purity will remain beyond his reach. Therefore one must shave one’s head, don saffron robes, and ordain into a life free from worldly possessions." Sometimes in life, even when we desire to…
After six years of self-mortification, the Buddha discovered Niramisasukha, close to death multiple times. He emphasized living by the Dhamma for true happiness, urging ordination to escape worldly po
The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
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The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
…. Eventually, despite their dissuasion he went ahead and shaved his head, dressed himself in monks’ robes, and left his home to live a life free from worldly possessions. Motives for Ordination during th…
The text discusses the difficulties faced by individuals when choosing ordination, which requires strong inner desire and familial support. It recounts the story of Lord Buddha's own decision to ordai