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The Buddha answered this question in one word: benevolence. That is to say mutual benevolence, the practice the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence (Sāngahavatthu), promote happiness in living togethe

The Buddha highlighted benevolence as key to mutual happiness. The Four Universal Forms include: 1. Giving (Dāna) – sharing wealth and support fosters a positive atmosphere. 2. Pleasant Speech (Piyavā

child to be born to her. When someone from a fortunate realm is ready to be reborn, he will choose the best and most generous mother. Once he enters the womb, he brings good fortune to his mother and

This text discusses the concept of kamma and the importance of performing good deeds for future happiness. It emphasizes that an unborn child's merits can influence their mother to perform acts of kin

(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretatume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must fac

This guide discusses the significance of maintaining a patient's mental clarity during their final moments. It emphasizes the caregiver's role in providing emotional support and encouraging positive t

4. We shall not lie, utter profanity, speak nonsense, or use divisive words. 5. We shall not consume intoxicants such as addictive drugs and alcohol. These Precepts are needed to keep peace on earth.

The Five Precepts, known before the birth of Buddha, are vital for maintaining peace on earth. They quantify human behavior: observing all means being fully human while deviating leads to increasing a

3. Purify the mind: Keep one's mind bright and clear all the time, while inhaling and exhaling. If a person inhales and does not exhale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of

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

Since we must seek refuge in our own wisdom in times of sorrow and happiness, we can appreciate that the Lord Buddha’s supreme wisdom (of how to lead one’s life) is indeed comparable to none. His pure

In times of sorrow and happiness, the wisdom of the Lord Buddha guides us on how to live right. His teachings illuminate the causes of life’s vicissitudes, emphasizing the Law of Kamma, where good or

related also to the happiness arisen from the realisation of truths, as mentioned in the previous verse. In verse 33, Gotami is said to have been fed on the ‘dhamma-milk.’105 Because it is fed to her

The concept of dhamma-milk represents spiritual nourishment derived from the Buddha's teachings, leading to inner peace and realization of truths. Gotami's declaration signifies the transition from ph

“Sabba danam dhamma danam jinati” “The gift of Dhamma excels all other gifts” As director of the Dhammachai International Research Institute of Australia and New Zealand (DIRI), I would like to expre

In this message, Phrakrupladnayokwarawat (SudhammoBhikkhu) expresses gratitude to Rungsilp Printing Co., Ltd. for their support in publishing the DIRI journal. This publication aims to benefit student

once dead, they will be better off, that they are fond of life, averse from dying, fond of happiness, disinclined for sorrow. This, Master Kassapa, is for me evidence that there is no other world, no

This text discusses the human inclination towards life and happiness while fearing death and sorrow. It presents a simile involving a brahmin with two wives and the devastating consequences of greed w

Here is the extracted text from the image: --- **This Life Next Life** (in red, italics) 34 she met with ruin and disaster. Even so you, Prince, foolish and thoughtless that you are, will meet

ข้อความนี้พูดถึงความสำคัญของการใช้ชีวิตอย่างมีคุณธรรมและความฉลาดในการค้นหาความหมายของชีวิตและชีวิตถัดไป โดยยกตัวอย่างถึงพระราชาที่มีแนวคิดผิด ๆ และความสำคัญของการรอคอยและเติบโตอย่างชาญฉลาดเพื่อประโยชน

'Then they came to another village street. There they saw a heap of flax ; and to another where they saw linen thread ; and to another where they saw linen cloth. And at each place the one cro

A story unfolds as two cronies traverse various villages, encountering different materials such as flax, cotton, and metals. One crony makes progressive choices, ending up with gold, while the other c

' With Master Kassapa's first simile I was pleased, I was charmed ; moreover I wanted to hear his ready wit in questions, for I regarded Master Kassapa as one who was to be opposed. It is wonderful, M

In this text, the narrator expresses admiration for Master Kassapa's teachings, viewing him as a guide on the path to enlightenment. The dialogue reveals the significance of understanding true sacrifi

โครงการวิสาสะดำเนินเป็นโครงการที่ทำต่อเนื่อง โดยเริ่มจากการขนคุณเนื่องนามัธยมวิถีเมืองไทย และนับจากนันก็ในการโครงการวิสาสะเข้าไปเป็นกิจกรรมหนึ่งของโรงเรียนในเครือของคุณเนาวนาฏหลายแห่ง จนปัจจุบันนี้เจ้

โครงการวิสาสะได้เริ่มต้นโดยการขนคุณเนื่องจากความสำคัญในหลักธรรมของพระพุทธศาสนา โดยได้รับความสนใจจากโรงเรียนมากมายทั่วประเทศ มูลนิธิ Absolute Happiness ซึ่งนำโดยคุณพรสรธ กำลังเอก มีบทบาทในการใช้กิจกรรม

LUANG POR DHAMMAJAYO Phrathepyanmahamuni Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya “I seek to pursue Perfections by instilling goodness in the hearts and minds of the people of the world, for them to embr

Luang Por Dhammajayo, the Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, dedicated his life to promoting Buddhism and instilling goodness in people's hearts. He emphasized the importance of morality and mental cultiva

90 MEDITATION BENEFITS lived to be true ten thousand years ago should still be true today and should remain true ten thousand years from now. Knowledge gained from meditative insight is based on rea

Meditation offers profound insights that connect us to our true essence and spiritual nature. It generates 'merit,' which is a form of positive energy originating from good deeds. Merit is essential f

Make sure there are no signs of tension anywhere and that you're closing your eyes the right way. Create a feeling of ease, happiness and purity. Feel that you're entering upon a perfect state of calm

This text encourages a deep sense of calm by detaching from worldly concerns and realizing the temporary nature of existence. It highlights the importance of the Seventh Base of the Mind, an integral

How Do You Know Whether You’re Doing It the Right Way? If you’re doing it the right way according to the right Knowledge (Vijja), your body will feel relaxed and at ease. Your mind will also feel rel

In achieving relaxation, if done correctly according to the right knowledge (Vijja), both body and mind will feel at ease. Initial feelings of contentment evolve into a lighter, more spacious existenc

Merit Sphere A merit sphere is a perfectly round and flawless sphere that is utterly bright and clear. It is as clear as, or even clearer than, a polished diamond. It is as bright as, or brighter tha

The merit sphere is a flawless, bright sphere representing all success and happiness. It is the source of positivity, driving individuals from ordinary virtues to enlightenment. Merit sustains one's j

DHAMMAKAYA MEDITATION The Dhammakaya meditation method was initiated in Thailand 96 years ago by the Great Master Phramongkoltepmuni, famously known as Luang Pu Wat Paknam. It is one of the most popu

การทำสมาธิธรรมกายเริ่มขึ้นในประเทศไทยเมื่อ 96 ปีที่แล้ว โดยพระมหากษัตริย์พระธรรมกายซึ่งเป็นที่รู้จักกันดีในนามหลวงปู่วัดปากน้ำ เป็นเทคนิคการทำสมาธิที่ได้รับความนิยมทั้งในหมู่ชาวพุทธและไม่ใช่ชาวพุทธทั่

144 HOW TO MEDITATE Step-by-step instruction: 1. The sitting posture, which has been found to be the most conducive for meditation, is the half-lotus position. Sit upright with your back straight, cr

Meditation is an essential practice for achieving inner peace and relaxation. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to meditating effectively. Begin by adopting the half-lotus position, where yo