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The Personal Journey of Overcoming Defilements
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The Personal Journey of Overcoming Defilements
Suzanne Jeffrey Defilements are individual, so getting rid of defilements is a personal journey. But we, as teachers, can help if we teach students good habits. Defilements can force the mind to thin
Defilements are a personal issue, and overcoming them is a vital journey supported by teaching good habits. The moment of birth represents a critical crisis in life. Individuals begin with ignorance a
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master systemized, or categorized, the Dhamma, and he was able to individualize the lessons so that the people He was talking to would have the ears to hear, and the wisdom to
In 'Meetings with a Dhamma Master,' the importance of individualized Dhamma teachings is highlighted. Just as the Buddha demonstrated patience with his students, teachers today must equally nurture ea
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
and how to get more of it. This is a vicious cycle. 3. Nirodha: The way to end suffering exists; we need to end the cycle of craving. 4. Magga: The way to do this? Through following the Eightfold Nobl
This text discusses fundamental Buddhist concepts including Nirodha, which emphasizes the need to end the cycle of craving to alleviate suffering. The term 'Jai Yen Yen' encourages a calm and refined
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
The key difference between a mind under the sway of thoughts and the mind that has come to standstill is that the latter consumes virtually no metabolic energy. When your mind starts to come to rest i
The key difference between an active and still mind is energy consumption—less energy leads to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understandi
The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
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The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
Ordinal is an essential part of life for all male Buddhists. The individual cultivates merit that carries over into the next life and receives many benefits for his present life. Furthermore, he gains
Ordination is a fundamental aspect of life for male Buddhists, as it allows individuals to cultivate merit that influences both their current life and future existence. In addition to spiritual benefi
The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
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The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
Even when the individual knows about the benefits of ordination, it is no small task to give up family and worldly possessions for the sake of Dhamma. The individual must have a strong inner desire, l
The text discusses the difficulties faced by individuals when choosing ordination, which requires strong inner desire and familial support. It recounts the story of Lord Buddha's own decision to ordai
Understanding Dhamma Through the Teachings of Luang Por Dattajevedo
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Understanding Dhamma Through the Teachings of Luang Por Dattajevedo
This book is a translation into English of a lecture given by a Most Venerable Thai monk in his native tongue. In order to convey the content accurately and understandably to an international readersh
This book presents an English translation of a lecture by Luang Por Dattajevedo, a respected Thai monk, emphasizing the importance of ethical learning and teaching in understanding Dhamma. His charism
Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
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Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
When later in life he met Khun Yai Ajahn he learned of the three levels of life’s goals and became further motivated by the realization that all human beings are prisoners on ‘Death Row’, this knowled
The text discusses a man's journey after meeting Khun Yai Ajahn, discovering life’s goals, and understanding that humans are prisoners on 'Death Row.' He learns that sharing knowledge can illuminate t
Right Concentration and the Noble Eightfold Path
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Right Concentration and the Noble Eightfold Path
Right Concentration — Leads to Understanding and Knowledge Retention Consciousness that is still and concentration are so closely related that they can be considered to be one and the same. Students w
Concentration and stillness of consciousness are vital for academic success and personal growth. Practicing meditation enhances students' understanding and respect for learning. The Noble Eightfold Pa
The Importance of Meditation in Daily Life
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The Importance of Meditation in Daily Life
METEATION The practice of meditation in daily life leads to understanding the value of the right view. Those who do not easily have an understanding of the right view are easily overcome by kilesa. Wi
การทำสมาธิในชีวิตประจำวันช่วยให้เข้าใจคุณค่าของมุมมองที่ถูกต้อง ผู้ที่ไม่มีความเข้าใจในมุมมองที่ถูกต้องได้ง่าย มักถูกคilesa มีชัย ด้วยมุมมองที่ถูกต้องทำให้สามารถรู้จักตัวเองและอุปสรรคที่ต้องเอาชนะเพื่
Welcome Speech at the 4th General Conference of WBSY
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Welcome Speech at the 4th General Conference of WBSY
Ven. Mugunuwela Anuruddha Thero From Sri Lanka Secretary General of WBSY and Founder Welcome speech on 11 DEC 2550(B.E.) Most venerable Pra Athikarn Sanong Khatapumpyo, Mahathero, Abbot Wat Sangh
On December 11, 2550 B.E., Ven. Mugunuwela Anuruddha Thero delivered a warm welcome speech at the 4th General Conference of the World Buddhist Sangha Youth at Wat Sanghathan. He expressed gratitude to
Understanding Mental Purities and Wholesome Actions
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Understanding Mental Purities and Wholesome Actions
impurities; defilements; mental impurities monk’s living quarters virtue; virtuous; wholesome; good wholesome action; beneficial act; virtuous deed; good deed tenfold wholesome course of actio
This text delves into the Buddhist understanding of mental impurities and their impact on virtue and wholesome actions. It discusses the importance of defilements and how monks aim to foster virtuous
Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
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Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
Nirvana Nirvana (Pali, Nibbanna) is the state of ultimate happiness -- the happy condition of enlightenment -- the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of everyday life;
Nirvana, or Nibbanna, represents the ultimate state of happiness in Buddhism, transcending the sense-based joys of daily life. Attaining Nirvana marks the end of the rebirth cycle, granting liberation
Understanding Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path
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Understanding Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path
2. Origin of suffering - Suffering arises from attachment to desire, craving (tanha). People themselves create this suffering by trying to cling on to worldly pleasures. 3. Cessation of suffering - Su
This text discusses the origin of suffering, which stems from attachment to desire and worldly pleasures. It highlights that suffering ceases when such attachments are released. The Noble Eightfold Pa
The Uncertainty of Rebirth and Knowledge
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The Uncertainty of Rebirth and Knowledge
"Reverend sir, you yourself know that I was going to the weaver’s workshop with my shuttle-basket in hand. So when you asked me, ‘Where are you going?’ I knew very well that your meaning was, ‘When
In this dialogue, the Teacher questions a woman about her understanding of rebirth and death. She expresses her awareness of her mortality but acknowledges her ignorance regarding the specifics of her
The Eye of Understanding
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The Eye of Understanding
62 ลุยรินทร Lina Maeone Thus did the Teacher congratulate her the fourth time, and having so done, addressed the assemblage as follows: "Those among you who failed to understand the words she s
ในโลกนี้มีคนจำนวนมากที่ไม่สามารถมองเห็นความจริงได้ ซึ่งเฉพาะคนบางกลุ่มเท่านั้นที่มีปัญญาและความเข้าใจที่จะมองเห็นสิ่งที่อยู่ภายใน ตัวอย่างเช่นนกที่หลุดจากตะข่าย ซึ่งเป็นสัญลักษณ์ของการไปสู่สวรรค์ ข้อค
Exploring Virgin Births and Parthenogenesis
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Exploring Virgin Births and Parthenogenesis
without sperm. With the findings of various scientific evidence regarding the reproduction of humans and animals in modern times, parthenogenesis or virgin birth in some types of female animals and pa
This text explores the concept of virgin births and parthenogenesis as it relates to both animals and humans. It discusses findings from modern science that align with ancient Vinaya commentary regard
การปฏิบัติธรรมเพื่อสันติสุขภายใน
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การปฏิบัติธรรมเพื่อสันติสุขภายใน
กว่า ๒๐๐ มหาวิทยาลัยทั่วยุโรป เยาวชนเหล่านี้ เลือกที่จะก้าวข้าม พ้นกรอบความคิดเดิม มาสู่การ ค้นพบ “อริยมรรค” ความรู้ สากลที่ถูกซ่อนเร้นไว้ แม้จะมีเวลาปฏิบัติธรรม สั้น ๆ เพียง ๓ วัน แต่เยาวชน เหล่านี้ก
บทความนี้พูดถึงเยาวชนกว่า 200 คนจากมหาวิทยาลัยในยุโรปที่ร่วมโครงการปฏิบัติธรรมสามวันภายใต้โครงการ Peace Revolution โครงการนี้ส่งเสริมให้เยาวชนได้เรียนรู้วิธีการแสวงหาสันติภาพจากภายในตัวเอง โดยเริ่มจาก
International Dhammadayada Training & Ordination Program
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International Dhammadayada Training & Ordination Program
International Dhammadayada Training & Ordination Program How Much Do You Love Yourself? At least once in a man's lifetime Give yourself a gift of a lifetime. give yourself time for ordination 5 Jul-2
The International Dhammadayada Training & Ordination Program invites individuals to dedicate their time from July 5 to August 2, 2009, to learn the art of true happiness through the teachings of the L
สัจธรรมอันสูงสุดในศาสนาซิกข์
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สัจธรรมอันสูงสุดในศาสนาซิกข์
สัจธรรมอันสูงสุดที่ไม่มีบ่อเกิด เพราะพระองค์ทรงเป็นบ่อเกิดของสิ่งทั้งหลาย ทรงเป็น จุดหมายสุดท้ายที่สิ่งทั้งหลายทั้งปวงต้องกลับมาสู่พระองค์ พระองค์ทรงเป็นอมตะ มีชีวิต นิรันดรกาล พระองค์ไม่มีรูปร่างที่ม
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงสัจธรรมอันสูงสุดในศาสนาซิกข์ ซึ่งพระเจ้าไม่มีบ่อเกิดและทรงเป็นอมตะ ผู้ที่จะรู้จักพระองค์ต้องผ่านการปฏิบัติตามทางแห่งความรอด โดยเฉพาะการสวดมนต์และการมีสติ พระเจ้าที่แท้จริงเป็นสิ่งที่ไ