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136. ENDURE Have fortitude and tolerance. Do not create any more bad karma for yourself, or you will keep running into hardships. 137. IMPROVE We have sacrificed many things in order to pursue Perfec

This passage emphasizes the enduring qualities of fortitude and tolerance to avoid bad karma and hardships. It encourages continual self-improvement, urging readers to examine their flaws and make nec

Visakha Puja Day: Day of Gratitude for the World On the day of the Lord Buddha's birth, enlightenment and entered nirvana, every year all Buddhists of the world gather to take fresh encouragement by

Visakha Puja Day commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and nirvana of the Lord Buddha. This day encourages Buddhists worldwide to gather and honor the Buddha's virtues through giving, self-discipline

There are 227 precepts, which include rules, regulations, and traditions that serve as guidelines for those who are ordained. The precepts are tools that help define the differences between right and

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

dure six arduous years of self-mortification before discovering Niramisasukha. During this period, the Buddha came close to death more than once, but when he finally found true happiness, he chose 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 Benefits of Chanting 1. Clarity of mind and mental focus while chanting 2. Promotion of a spirit of unity among those chanting 3. Helping to preserve tradition and to promote community spirit 4. H

Chanting offers numerous benefits including enhancing mental clarity and focus, fostering unity, and preserving the teachings of Lord Buddha. It can improve self-confidence and even aid in speech issu

3. You must be reflective. Once you have finished consuming your meal, and have energy, you must ask yourself whether you have used the strength gained from your meal to focus on learning the Dhamma.

การสะท้อนความคิดช่วยให้เราเป็นคนที่ใส่ใจและขยัน ด้วยการฝึกสะท้อนตนเอง เราจะมีสติและตระหนักรู้ถึงการกระทำของเรา ซึ่งนำไปสู่ความชัดเจนในความคิดและความสามารถในการตัดสินใจที่ดีขึ้น การสะท้อนหลังจากรับประท

Does it mean that our religion is not as good as we think it is? After I had the opportunity to visit those foreign countries, I realized that it is not that Buddhism that is bad, but the people. Thai

This text explores the realization that the shortcomings in Buddhism are not due to the religion itself but rather the practices of its followers. The author reflects on experiences in foreign countri

this all could have been avoided if you have the inclination to fix problems when they occur, rather than procrastinating. How can we avoid all these problems? When you become a monk you should yourse

This text discusses the importance of addressing problems promptly and the responsibilities of a monk, which include various temple duties. By being aware of what needs to be done and acting on it, mo

118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin

Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona

One day in first grade, Luang Por brought his best friend to his house. His father asked him what his friend's family name was, and after his friend had left, forbade him to associate or play with tha

This narrative illustrates the importance of a good upbringing as exemplified by Luang Por’s life. His father’s strict but wise teachings shaped his character, guiding him in choosing friends and reso

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 wisdom that reveals the truth has and will always pr

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

lifetime without being able to do anything to promote their life's quality. This is quite difficult to understand so just be aware that animal is another form of punishment a human can be born into ba

This text examines the profound relationship between Kamma and human existence, illustrating how individuals might find themselves in cycles of rebirth based on their actions. It delves into how our b

Introduction of our actions having brought this suffering of disharmony into our lives and seek to address the causes that are creating and accumulating bad karma. And our accumulated karma designate

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

CHAPTER 1 BODY AND MIND UNDERSTAND ONESELF To know and understand oneself as a human being is essential in the process of recognizing inbuilt weaknesses to be overcome and potential strengths that ca

Chapter 1 delves into the importance of understanding oneself, highlighting the distinction between human mental capacities and other creatures. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness in recognizin

Selfishness leads to suffering when each person thinks mainly about his or her own benefit rather than giving support, encouragement and material things to others. When problems occur in the family, g

Selfishness and bias lead to suffering when individuals prioritize self-interest over communal support. In families and communities facing problems, this behavior results in conflict. Bias manifests i

"Digested from speech of Pramạhā Boonthavy Vilaichakr Buddhism and Society "Buddhism occurred 2500 years ago in India. Since then it has contributed a lot to the human civilization of both materialit

Buddhism, which originated 2500 years ago in India, has profoundly influenced human civilization both materially and spiritually. Its teachings guide individuals to avoid wrongdoing, purify minds, pro

92. ACQUIRE BOTH MUNDANE & TRANSCENDENTAL MERITS Addressing someone who wanted only to meditate and not participate in any mundane chores: I acquire all forms of merit, mundane and transcendental. Mun

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,

3. SAVE YOURSELF FIRST We are like a small, helpless baby bird vulnerable to dangers. Save yourself from danger before thinking and worrying about saving others. After I left home, I never looked back

This text emphasizes the necessity of prioritizing oneself before assisting others, likening individuals to vulnerable creatures that must first ensure their own safety. It recounts personal experienc

6. TEACH YOURSELF We must learn how to teach ourselves. I never had to be taught by anyone, yet I know how to do everything on my own. I didn’t know how to read or write, but I observed and I learned

This text illustrates the concept of self-teaching through the author's experiences with cleanliness. Growing up in Nakorn Chaisi, the author learned to clean meticulously without being taught by anyo

DHAKMA IS YOUR REFUGE I see all the way through. I see clearly that, out of everything in this world and beyond-physical, natural, and spiritual- no one can help me but me. Who else can relieve my suf

In this text, the author emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and personal responsibility in alleviating suffering. By turning to Dharma as a refuge, one can navigate life’s challenges. The key