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Formation of Habits
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Formation of Habits
Formation of Habits • The work which is done in each of the five rooms • Attitude toward the consumption of the four necessities in these rooms • The way to consume the four necessities in these rooms
The text discusses the formation of habits across five key areas of life, emphasizing proper training for cultivating good habits. It highlights attitudes towards necessities and living together, as w
Understanding True Divinity and the Inner Self
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Understanding True Divinity and the Inner Self
Because then we need to be aware of this standard before worrying about what true divinity is, how to promote that divinity, and where that divinity resides. How? Not anymore. We are more than enough.
The text emphasizes the importance of recognizing and understanding true divinity, which lies within one's inner self. It suggests that many misconceptions about divinity are rooted in ignorance. To g
Qualities of a Stream-Attainer in Buddhism
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Qualities of a Stream-Attainer in Buddhism
mentioned in the canon.40 The title ‘son of the Blessed one’ suggests that, through the Buddha, the person was (re)born to the same plane (bhūmi) to which the Buddha belongs, i.e., passing beyond the
This text delves into the characteristics of a Stream-attainer, identified as a noble disciple who is reborn to a transcendental plane through the Buddha's teachings. Key qualities include association
The Impact of Meditation on Personal and Career Growth
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The Impact of Meditation on Personal and Career Growth
Knowledge and Career feel that meditation has allowed much of this to occur. I strongly feel that meditation supports a healthier, lower stress life for people in the world today. It can help people f
Meditation has been instrumental in supporting a healthier and less stressful life. Many individuals experience reduced stress and improved relaxation through meditation. It boosts confidence as it fo
Journey to Joy through Meditation
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Journey to Joy through Meditation
Journey to Joy 276 is found." Then I discovered inner peace during a meditation class at Wat Phra Dhammakaya. This has made me more confident and has given me a better understanding. My first experien
In this reflective piece, the author shares their remarkable journey of discovering inner peace through meditation at Wat Phra Dhammakaya. Initially skeptical, they experienced an unexpected bright li
Finding the Right Teacher in Buddhism
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Finding the Right Teacher in Buddhism
On their first meeting, the young man believed that he had found the teacher who he had been searching for, for such a long time. Therefore, he requested, with confidence in her, to be her student. La
In his first meeting with Khun Yai, Chaiboon felt he had finally found the teacher he sought for years. Khun Yai revealed that he was the one Luang Phaw Wat Paknam had requested during World War II. T
The Journey of Meditation: Young Chaiboon's Path to Inner Peace
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The Journey of Meditation: Young Chaiboon's Path to Inner Peace
With a determined attitude towards meditation, along with his respect for the teachings of his teacher, young Chaiboon excelled in his progression when it came to meditation. This pleased Khun Yay gre
Young Chaiboon's dedication to meditation and respect for his teacher led to significant progress, earning him the ability to guide meditation sessions. His deep practices brought inner peace and conf
Understanding the Concept of Dhammakāya in Buddhist Thought
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Understanding the Concept of Dhammakāya in Buddhist Thought
D.III.84 Vāsettha and Bhāradvāja, he whose confidence in the Tathāgata is settled, rooted, established, solid, irremovable by any ascetic or brahmin, any deva or Māra or Brahmā or anyone in the world
In this passage, Vāsettha and Bhāradvāja discuss the unwavering confidence in the Tathāgata, stating that those deeply rooted in dhamma can claim to be heirs of dhamma. The term 'dhammakāya' and its i
The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
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The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
The Verse of Abandoning 6. Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta "When one person, owing to another, has come to possess unwavering confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, and to possess the virtues
The Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta emphasizes the significance of unwavering confidence in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. It illustrates how one person's faith and understanding can be influenced by another,
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
and her team could have their own place to teach and practice meditation and to propagate Buddhism. Unfortunately, all Khun Yai had in her possession was her own meager savings of 3,200 Baht ($160 in
This text narrates the challenges faced by Khun Yai and her team as they aim to create a meditation center despite limited resources of only 3,200 Baht. With unwavering faith in the power of merit, Kh
The Importance of Cleanliness
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The Importance of Cleanliness
159. LOVE OF CLEANLINESS My love of cleanliness has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. I have fought for a long time to keep cleanliness wherever I go. Cleanliness has become a symbol of
This text emphasizes the enduring value of cleanliness, which contributes to faith, confidence, and respect within a spiritual community. It highlights how maintaining cleanliness and organization can
Exploring Buddhist Concepts and Monastic Life
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Exploring Buddhist Concepts and Monastic Life
residence of Buddhist monks; monastic residence (vedana) feelings or sensations; is one of pleasant, unpleasant, neutral envy; hostile action (in meditation) finding the right point of balance; right
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจแนวคิดที่สำคัญในพุทธศาสนา เช่น ความรู้สึกหรือเวทนา ความโชคร้ายในสังสารวัฏ และการใช้ชีวิตในที่อยู่อาศัยของพระสงฆ์ นอกจากนี้ยังมีการพูดถึงหลักศีลธรรมและคุณธรรมที่สนับสนุนการปฏิบัติที่ดีโด
Meditation for Self-Love and Universal Kindness
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Meditation for Self-Love and Universal Kindness
continuously. Repeat the mantra in your mind gently, allowing the mantra to slowly echo from the middle of the bright sun within your abdomen. Repeat the mantra 'Samma Arahang' repeatedly, which means
This text provides a meditation practice centered around the mantra 'Samma Arahang', focusing on purifying the mind to achieve self-love and universal kindness. The practice involves visualizing a bri
Dhamma for Laypersons: Cultivating Good Habits
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Dhamma for Laypersons: Cultivating Good Habits
A person who has the Dhamma for Laypersons (Gharavas-dhamma) must display four regular habits: 1. Habit of Responsibility - Whatever the task at hand, he must do it to the best of his ability, in term
บุคคลที่มีธรรมสำหรับอุบาสกอุบาสิกาต้องแสดงถึงนิสัยประจำสี่ประการ ได้แก่ นิสัยความรับผิดชอบ, การฝึกฝนและพัฒนาตนเอง, ความอดทน, และการเสียสละและการให้ นิสัยเหล่านี้ช่วยทำให้กลายเป็นผู้นำครอบครัวที่ดี การ
The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
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The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
2. Self-improvement (Dama) "The second virtue is to always improve oneself. I kept improving myself professionally. From an ignorant person, I kept advancing myself until I was able to be a good provi
In this chapter, the author discusses the essential virtues for self-improvement and personal growth. The second virtue emphasizes the importance of continuous self-enhancement, maintaining profession
Truth for the Family: Understanding Precepts and Human Nature
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Truth for the Family: Understanding Precepts and Human Nature
Part Five: Truth for the Family stockpile of behavioral (social, emotional and spiritual) problems, creating a generation of people who are only interested in themselves. Ignorance is the force behind
In this section, we discuss how behavioral problems contribute to a self-centered generation and the role ignorance plays in social issues. Parents often blame external factors for their children's st
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 126 I am Margitta Dietermann and I am 48 years old. I was born in Germany and I left my country with my own young family when I was 26 years old. For more than 22 years now, I'm living
Margitta Dietermann, a 48-year-old psychotherapist originally from Germany, shares her journey of self-discovery after moving to Switzerland with her family. Struggling with self-doubt and the belief
The Journey to Inner Happiness through Meditation
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The Journey to Inner Happiness through Meditation
Wisdom sphere provided warmth, safety and peace. If I kept my mind focused on each crystal ball, I could feel the happiness increasing in my body. It was as if an invisible “happiness cloak” had been
In this enlightening text, the author shares a personal meditation experience involving crystal balls that symbolize warmth and joy. As the author meditates, they describe feeling an 'invisible happin
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 280 and only hands and shoulders at first. Observing him gently and with a still mind, I felt more familiar with him. It was getting slowly clearer that the person inside me was not a s
In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares an introspective experience where a deep connection with one's inner self is discovered through meditation. The narrative highlights the transformation experienc
Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
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Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
82 Glossary 1.The Perfections [paramita] are virtues such as generosity, self- discipline, renunciation, wisdom, patience, perseverance, sincerity, resolution, loving-kindness and equanimity. Pursuit
The text outlines key Buddhist concepts, primarily focusing on the Perfections (paramita) like generosity and wisdom, and the importance of a clear life purpose for meditators. It emphasizes the lifes