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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

44 PHRAMONGKOLTHEPMUNI and attention in practicing and teaching his meditation method to the general public. The Dhammakaya Knowledge that he rediscovered was so profound that he aimed to use it to h

Phramongkolthepmuni, originally Sodh Chandasaro, became abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in 1918. Known for his meditation mastery, he organized workshops leading many to attain the Dhammakaya level.

that he founded is practiced by millions of people throughout the world today. For most Buddhists in Thailand, Phramongkolthepmuni is best known by his miracles, prophecies and super-natural healing p

Phramongkolthepmuni, known for his miracles and super-natural healing abilities, is a significant figure in Thai Buddhism. Millions of devotees pray to him for guidance and assistance daily, showcasin

in meditation. Having achieved this high level of meditative attainment, Chand asked Thongsuk to show her how to traverse to the afterlife realms so that she could find her father. With Thongsuk’s hel

The text narrates the spiritual journey of Chand, who, through her meditative attainment, learns to navigate the afterlife realms to aid her father's redemption from hell. Utilizing her Dhammakaya Bod

sleep with happiness, wake with happiness, and go about our daily duties with happiness. This aspect alone is enough of a reason for someone to meditate. Happiness derived from a mind that is peacefu

Meditation promotes lasting happiness derived from a peaceful mind, enabling individuals to face life's challenges unscathed. It helps purify mental impurities, enhances cognitive faculties, and unloc

From a spiritual point of view, wisdom gained from meditation will help us become more ethical in our decision-making and also our choice of action. We will become more at ease with ourselves and our

From a spiritual perspective, wisdom gained from meditation fosters ethical decision-making and personal ease, leading to a harmonious family life and improved parenting. Regular meditation elevates t

Reflect on what our great teacher has taught us. Our Great Master Luang Pu16 Wat Paknam17 advised us to visualize a crystal sphere and recite the mantra “samma ar- ahang”8 at the same time. Visualizin

Reflecting on the teachings of our Great Master Luang Pu, we learn the importance of visualizing a crystal sphere while reciting the mantra 'samma ar- ahang' to maintain mindfulness. Mindfulness and r

‘STOP’ IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS Stopping the mind (from wandering) is more important than anything else. Whatever images that appear in your meditation, observe them impassively without engaging your min

Stopping the mind from wandering is crucial in meditation practice. The Great Master Phramongkholthepmuni asserts that the main goal is to achieve mental stillness, regardless of external distractions

Keep practicing with the right method. If it takes you half an hour to get to the point of contentment, try to reach that same point each time. Your speed of getting there will improve as you go—from

Meditation requires practice with the right methods to achieve contentment quickly. As you refine your approach, you'll notice improvements in your speed to reach blissful states. Engaging fully in me

Close your eyes softly and gently. Relax every part of your body. Don’t let any part of your body be tense. Leave the habit of using your eyes to look into your tummy to see images. Close your eyes g

บทความนี้สอนวิธีการทำสมาธิและการผ่อนคลายผ่านการหลับตาและการบรรเทาความตึงเครียดในร่างกาย โดยเฉพาะการแนะนำให้หลับตาและใช้จินตนาการในจิตใจแทนการมองเห็นภาพภายในร่างกาย เน้นว่าทุกอย่างเกิดจากจิตใจ ไม่ใช่จา

Contemplate on the Center of Your Body "Twice" Keep your awareness at the center of your body constantly, with or without visualizing the image. Do this frequently, and your mind will grow accustomed

This text discusses the importance of centering your awareness at the center of your body and the technique of mindful contemplation practiced twice a day. It compares this practice to the daily praye

Merits are the fruits of good deeds. Good deeds performed through generosity, morality and mental cultivation all bring about merit. The fruits of good deeds converge to become a bright merit sphere a

Merits are the positive outcomes of good deeds, which include generosity, morality, and mental cultivation. These merits form a positive 'merit sphere' within an individual, aiding them during challen

TEN DAILY HOMEWORKS These Ten Daily Homeworks are designed to help improve your meditation results. Practice it daily and you’ll find that not only would your meditation results become better, but als

These Ten Daily Homeworks aim to enhance your meditation practice while improving your overall wellbeing. Start your day by reconnecting with your body's center. Reflect on life and express loving-kin

NICENESS WITH A DHAMMA TEACHER become pure and then work together. If many pure people came together, then we could help one another destroy Mara. And this is what the temple is trying to do. We prev

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

Meeting #6 June 8, 2009 - Ashram I did not see Luang Por for several months after our last chat. I left the Peace Revolution after helping them re-organize and re-imagine the project for the coming y

In June 2009, a group meets with Luang Por Dattajevo at his Ashram to discuss a book project on the life of the Lord Buddha. The meeting includes questions from the Peace Revolution team and a writing

Making with a Dharma Talk Meeting #7 June 21, 2009 - Ashram The Eightfold Noble Path Today I am sitting with several other international people who have come to see Luang Por. I, once again, am for

In this enlightening Dhamma talk, Luang Por emphasizes the uniqueness of each individual's Eightfold Path, advocating that while everyone's journey is distinct, the universal qualities remain unchange

"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th

Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice

Suzanne Jeffrey predominantly by Thai people, and cater to the Thai population. Luang Por begins by saying that even though there are centers around the world, if the Wat really wants to gauge its’ s

In this meeting, Luang Por highlights the need for the Wat to refocus on its foundational mission of achieving World Peace through Inner Peace. He expresses concern over the limited participation of l

Merliangs with a Dhamma Master Meeting #14 06 March 2010 — Ashram Bandita I have just been called into a meeting that includes a few people I know, and a few whom I don’t know. It was an “emergency”

In this meeting, Luang Por provides insights into the consequences of drinking and its impact on decision-making. He emphasizes the importance of discernment and caring for others. He shares his exper

Suzanne Jeffrey “If we do something good, then we have this good energy floating around out there, and we should make a wish to create something good. If we do something bad, then something bad will

Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the importance of our actions and feelings in shaping our future lives. She emphasizes that positive actions create good energy and can lead to rebirth in supportive environm