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The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
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The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
(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…
The Correct Way to Gain Merits
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The Correct Way to Gain Merits
In the chapter, "The Correct Way to Gain Merits" -In the morning, I will not eat before I have performed from the book Good Question, Good Answer by Venerable *Phra Rajabha* (the rest is cut off) - To
…duals can foster joy and positive actions. The Lord Buddha's four criteria for giving highlight the significance of wholesome intentions in merit-making. Following this practice consistently leads to a hopeful fu…
Observing the Five Precepts: A Path to Goodness
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Observing the Five Precepts: A Path to Goodness
How do you keep the Five Precepts intact? Conclusion When I was a student, I started training myself to observe Let
…ractice from their student days of making daily resolutions with a Buddha image. They emphasize the significance of not killing, stealing, committing adultery, lying, or consuming intoxicants, as these actions ha…
The Joy of Ordination and Gratitude to Parents
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The Joy of Ordination and Gratitude to Parents
vacation. The poster shows a mother about sixty years old. She is holding a small lei in her hands; her face is full of joy. Her son, attired in white novice robes, is bowing low at her feet showing d
…tual practices and the obstacles that may prevent one from undertaking ordination, highlighting its significance in deepening family bonds.
The Importance of Ordination Amidst Life's Uncertainties
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The Importance of Ordination Amidst Life's Uncertainties
I have seen parents make funeral arrangements for their children, grandparents for their grandchildren. It should not be this way, and I certainly did not want this to happen to me. But since life is
…n to ordain during the rain retreat. This reflects a deep understanding of life's fragility and the significance of spiritual commitments over worldly engagements. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
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Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
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
…he 10 Bases of Meritorious Actions, which include generosity, moral discipline, meditation, and the significance of cultivating good deeds for a positive life view. The main categories include generosity, moral d…
The Last Moment of a Father’s Life
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The Last Moment of a Father’s Life
Chapter 37 The Last Moment of a Father’s Life One day, a lady came to seek advice from a respected senior monk about how to care for her dying father; Buddhists consider this an important task of any
…erience seeking advice from a senior monk. Her father's absence and the moral lessons highlight the significance of gratitude and ethical living. The monk's teachings encourage individuals to perform good deeds, …
Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
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Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
bad deeds, in his last moment of life, he will experience great suffering. "As a daughter, you should stay close to your father. When the chance arises, give your father a Dhamma talk; bring him f
The passage highlights the significance of remaining close to a dying parent, suggesting actions like giving Dhamma talks, offering alms, a…
The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
… elderly give a blessing to their descendants, it is equivalent to wishing them the very best. The Significance of the Blessing Many may not know that blessing descendants has been a tradition of Thai life since…
คำว่าอวยพรในภาษาไทยหมายถึง 'วาระ' ซึ่งแปลว่าเป็นการให้สิ่งที่ดีที่สุดแก่กัน การอวยพรมีความสำคัญในวัฒนธรรมไทย โดยเฉพาะในการส่งผ่านคุณธรรมและความดีงามจากผู้สูงอายุไปยังเยาวชน ผ่านการเล่าเรื่องและพฤติกรร
Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity
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Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity
Chapter 40 Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity (Dhütanga) 4 Life is full of uncertainties and danger awaits those who are reckless with their lives. The Lord Buddha once sa
Chapter 40 emphasizes the significance of non-recklessness through the practice of austerity as taught by the Lord Buddha. It highlights t…
Teaching Humility and Modesty Through Meditation
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Teaching Humility and Modesty Through Meditation
teaching ourselves humility and modesty. There may be times when an apology is required. Some difficulties are caused by our own carelessness, perhaps by damaging others' possessions, which can be sol
…larly in instances where apologies might be necessary due to personal oversights. It highlights the significance of staying calm and meditative when confronted with problems, allowing us to understand and address…
The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
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The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
…ice by the parliament. But then the Egyptian government proceeded to void the reform of most of its significance by attaching to it regulations that strictly limited competition and later by enacting a new set of…
In a speech in Cairo in June 2005, Rice underscored U.S. democratic reform measures. The U.S. reacted to Egypt's governance by canceling a free-trade agreement due to human rights concerns. While some
English for Buddhism Lovers
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English for Buddhism Lovers
English for Buddhism Lovers By: Dr. Apirompan Vasavakul คำที่นำมุขแล้วนี้ เกี่ยวข้องกับ งานถวายเหล่าของศตวรรษอาจารย์ ที่ไม่มีองค์ที่มาน่ามาก.. เสาหิน foundation pile (ผานีอิ่น, ไทย) ระดับฐาน, เพรส
…dhist ceremonies, specifically the construction of a foundation pile for a temple. It discusses the significance of the events and invites participation in upcoming activities. Additionally, it introduces key ter…
Preservation of Mes Aynak: A Plea from WFBY
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Preservation of Mes Aynak: A Plea from WFBY
WORLD FELLOWSHIP OF BUDDHIST YOUTH 61/6 Benajamin Park, Sukhumvit 24 Bangkok, Thailand 10110 Tel +66 87 502 6358 Fax +662 534 0270 November 13th, 2012 Our Ref: WFBY 36/2555 Mr Gwang-Jo Kim DIRECTO
…intervene against the planned copper mining at Mes Aynak, a site of crucial cultural and historical significance dating back 3,300 years. This plea emphasizes the irreversible damage the mining would cause, repla…
The Importance of Indigenous Scholarly Voices in Buddhist Studies
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The Importance of Indigenous Scholarly Voices in Buddhist Studies
instance, are of non-Japanese origin). But DIRI is crucial for fostering many and varied 'indigenous scholarly voices' - of those who can speak more and more confidently within contemporary academic f
This text highlights the significance of DIRI in promoting indigenous scholarly voices in Buddhist studies. It discusses how the journal …
Exploring Ancient Thai Meditation Manuscripts and Their Influence
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Exploring Ancient Thai Meditation Manuscripts and Their Influence
of the original content of the palm-leaf manuscript is provided along with a translation into modern Thai and English. It consists of a correlation of body parts with the sublime attributes of the enl
This content discusses the significance of ancient Thai palm-leaf manuscripts, especially those of the bŏran kammaṭṭhān type, which correl…
Exploring the Tipiṭaka Manuscripts
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Exploring the Tipiṭaka Manuscripts
The palm-leaf manuscripts that I have just presented belong to the Tipiṭaka. These texts, or parts of texts, are in Pāli, the lingua franca of the Indochinese Peninsula. The versions in vernacular lan
… most recent version was produced just five years ago in Tai Khûn from the Shan State of Burma. The significance of these manuscripts is further highlighted during reading sessions with Mr. Khemphon Sengpatham fr…
Understanding Dhammakāya in Early Buddhist Thought
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Early Buddhist Thought
II. The Different Approach A fairly established academic understanding has settled regarding the term dhammakāya in the Pali canon, that it was used merely in the sense of the ‘Buddha’s teachings.’ In
…s of 'dhammakāya,' both in scholarly discourse and traditional understanding, emphasize its complex significance within Buddhism. DMC.tv offers insights into these themes and the evolving nature of Buddhist teach…
Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in Pali Canonical Texts
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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in Pali Canonical Texts
…74-76. Cf. Chanida Jantrasrisalai, “Early Buddhist dhammakāya: Its Philosophical and Soteriological Significance” (University of Sydney, 2009), pp. 18-19.
This study reexamines the term dhammakāya in specific Pali canonical passages, notably the Aggañña-sutta, contrasting it with previous scholarly interpretations that often exclusively link the term to
Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in the Aggañña-sutta
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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in the Aggañña-sutta
IV. Reference 1: Dhammakāya as the Tathāgata’s Designation The first Pali reference to the term dhammakāya that is well known to all previous works is a passage in the Aggañña-sutta, wherein the term
…rpretations of the passage, noting its unique occurrence in the Pali canon. The text underlines the significance of faith and the connection to dhamma through the dhammakāya.