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These verses describe the Paccekabuddhas as ones possessed of supreme purity, wisdom, wakefulness, composure, and having the ability for seeing and knowing. In other words, they are full of realizing

These verses highlight the qualities of Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing their supreme purity, wisdom, and self-enlightenment capacity. The term ‘mahatadhamma’ refers to the great dhammas that relate to th

Forth, the truth of the path to cessation of suffering or "Magga" in Pali. อธิษัขข้อที่ 4 คือ ทางแห่งการพ้นทุกข์ หรือมรรค There is a path to the end of suffering and a gradual path of self-improvement

บทความนี้อธิบายถึงมรรคหรือทางแห่งการพ้นทุกข์ในพุทธศาสนา ซึ่งคืออริยมรรค 8 ที่นำไปสู่การสิ้นสุดของทุกข์และการพัฒนาตนเองอย่างค่อยเป็นค่อยไป มันอยู่ระหว่างความพอใจมากเกินไปและการอดทนเกินไป ในการเปรียบเที

Suzanne Jeffrey concentrate on the inside, or inside our center, it is impossible for kilesa to exist. Whenever you are angry, your mind goes outside. It is easy to get hooked, easy to be angry. The

In this insightful discussion on meditation, Luang Por explains how the mind often drifts outside our center, leading to anger and distraction from self-awareness. By focusing inward and engaging in g

Suzanne Jeffrey within you!" Jon, obviously not afraid of the hard questions, asks, "Could you tell me what you think is the difference between Buddha and Jesus?" Luang Por says, "Buddha teaches th

In this engaging discussion, Luang Por provides insights on the differences between Buddha and Jesus, emphasizing Buddha's teachings on proving everything versus Jesus' acceptance. He articulates the

Luang Por: "Humans are categorized into two groups: either believing that the Unknown Factor exists, or believing that it does not exist. There are, of course, atheists, who say that the possibility e

Luang Por categorizes humans into two groups based on belief in the Unknown Factor, discussing atheists inclusively in those who believe. He elaborates on those who perceive this factor as necessary f

life of luxury, sleeping in air-conditioned rooms, etc., will find that they have to eat alms, and sleep outside, eventually, their need to sleep in air-conditioned rooms will disappear. You learn ab

This text discusses the profound changes one experiences through ordination. It highlights how luxuries are relinquished for personal growth and self-awareness. The journey challenges preconceived not

In this prison there is punishment. It is not normal punishment like whipping or torture, which comes to an end; the punishment in this prison goes on forever and ever. Ageing, sickness, death and bir

This content discusses the perpetual punishment of existence, highlighting how suffering is inherent in our lives through age, sickness, and basic needs. It emphasizes the necessity for mindful teachi

1. EXAMINE YOURSELF Before bedtime each night, take a few minutes to meditate upon your day. Reflect on everything you have done throughout the day, from the time you wake up, to the time you go

In this text, readers are encouraged to engage in nightly self-reflection, evaluating their daily actions to accumulate merit and relinquish negative deeds. The practice emphasizes giving up wrongdoin

stung when the bedbugs bit me, but I would not kill them. I would catch them and put them in a spittoon covered with a piece of paper so they could not get away. When morning came, I would release the

The author shares her lifelong passion for cleanliness and orderliness, rooted in a disciplined upbringing at Wat Paknam. Through meditation, she recalls past lives that have contributed to her self-t

7. LOOK WITHIN YOURSELF I look at myself. I look through myself. I understand "me" clearly. I look into my physical self to find my human nature until I thoroughly understand it. Then I look deeper in

This text encourages individuals to look within themselves for true understanding rather than focusing on others. It highlights the journey of self-discovery through examining both physical and spirit

death chronicle position awake with awareness awake in the sea of merit fire contemplation; fire as meditation device shrine; altar; group of tables containing images of Buddha triple robe; the three

This text delves into crucial Buddhist principles including the Tipitaka, which is a comprehensive scripture forming the foundation of Buddhist teachings. It encompasses three baskets: Vinaya Pitaka,

BUDDHISM ‘The religion in the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the spiritual, it should be based on

Buddhism, founded by the Buddha over 2,500 years ago, emphasizes freedom from suffering and is based on logical, practical principles. This religion transcends blind faith and superstitions, making it

was himself freed. He lastly surveyed the process how birth inevitably leads to aging, sickness and death, which is a prelude to yet another birth – and one that will merely turn the Wheel of Life thr

This text recounts the journey of Siddhattha Gotama, who realized that life is a cycle of birth, aging, sickness, and death, culminating in his enlightenment as the Buddha. At dawn, he perceived the u

When your body breaks down it becomes sick. Illness of the body only affects the inflicted individual. However, when the mind is sick, many are affected. Meditation keeps the mind and body in harmony.

Meditation plays a crucial role in maintaining both mental and physical health. While physical illness primarily affects the individual, mental illness can have broader impacts. Meditation fosters hap

Ten Reflections for the Monk 1. We monks should often reflect that as monks, we are no longer householders. We should adopt the manners and conduct expected of a monk. 2. We monks should often reflec

This text presents ten critical reflections for monks to enhance their spiritual discipline. It emphasizes the importance of embracing monastic life, relying on community support, and continually impr

(sleeps). Luang Phaw Wat Paknam explained that the ability to bring our mind to a standstill at this centre of the body is what we call ‘majjhima’ or ‘centering’. When the mind comes to a standstill

लुआंग फॉ वट पाकनम ने समझाया कि शरीर के केंद्र पर ध्यान लाने की क्षमता को 'मध्यम' कहा जाता है। यह वह बिंदु है जहाँ मन सद्भाव में आता है, और इसे अच्छे या बुरे के संदर्भ में नहीं रखा जा सकता है। इसके द्व

center of the Sphere of Concentration, the Sphere of Wisdom [paññā] will be attained. When we bring the mind to a standstill at the centre of the Sphere of Wisdom, the Sphere of Liberation [vimutti] w

This text outlines the spiritual progression as defined by the teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing the importance of concentration, wisdom, and the journey towards liberation. It explains how by brin

reaching the Dhammakāya and becoming one and the same as the Dhammakāya. The body of the Dhammakāya incorporates layers of perception, sensory registration, central processing and cognition in just th

The Dhammakāya embodies a body that resembles human perception while its mind can expand significantly, allowing the meditator to observe the eight inner bodies. This process unveils the Three Signs o

1.1 Kāmasukhallikāyunāga: indulgence in the various sensual pleasures is harmful in the following ways: 1.1.1 Hino: It makes the mind coarse and clouded; 1.1.2 Gammo: (this word literally means "house

In Buddhist teachings, indulgence in sensual pleasures is deemed harmful as it clouds the mind, encourages a household life, collects defilements, and is ultimately unprofitable. Similarly, self-morti

3.8.1 Dukkhanirodhagāminī Saccāṇa: Knowledge of the existence of Path to the Cessation of Suffering. 3.8.2 Dukkhanirodhagāminī Kiccaṇāṇa: Knowledge of what must be done in relation to Path to the Ces

This text discusses the twelve stages of the Cycle of Examination derived from the Four Noble Truths and their relation to enlightenment. It elaborates on the three circuits: knowledge of existence, k