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fund the consequences of our bad eating habits, this may also lead to unethical and immoral ways of funding our uninformed or mismanaged feeding of the body and its kinesia-driven greed and excesses.

This text discusses the impact of our eating habits and the broader implications of our existence, emphasizing the importance of education to alleviate the suffering associated with living. It highlig

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips You may visualize an apple, an orange or a grapefruit in the center of your body. You can visualize any neutral object as it becomes clearer and evolves on its

Part Six of the book focuses on meditation techniques that promote inner happiness through simple visualization. Readers are encouraged to visualize neutral objects, relax their minds, and embrace a n

THE FIVE PRECEPTS The Five Precepts consist of the following: 1. Not to kill living beings (including animals) 2. Not to steal 3. Not to commit sexual misconduct 4. Not to tell lies 5. Not to consume

The Five Precepts in Buddhism outline ethical guidelines for practitioners, emphasizing respect for life among other moral behaviors. The First Precept, which prohibits killing, is noted as the graves

Journey to Joy 288 very quickly. Through this simple technique, one can attain inner happiness. You may think that it cannot possibly be this simple, but all you need to do is to meditate and relax. I

Journey to Joy explores a straightforward approach to finding inner happiness through meditation and relaxation. The text emphasizes that complexity leads to stress, while embracing simplicity allows

We all wish we live in a better world Some believe war is the mighty way Only to find victory sours to revenge And misery, so we doubt True peace can ever be Awards and rewards we present But greed an

In this poetic reflection, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo expresses a desire for a better world, contrasting the futility of war with the power of peace and kindness. The message advocates for slowing down, ca

The second type of elderly person is called "A Fruitful Person," a philanthropist or altruist. Throughout their lives, these elderly people have diligently earned their livelihood, and are well prepar

The text discusses the qualities of 'Fruitful Persons,' elderly individuals who exemplify self-sufficiency and altruism. They live by Buddhist principles, offer alms, adhere to precepts, and meditate

home there would be a big water basin with a scooper or a cup next to it. If a passerby was thirsty, he could quench his thirst. A simple water basin becomes a basin of value, converting plain water

In our homes, simple acts of kindness, like providing water for passersby, can transform our environment. When parents model good behavior and care, children learn the importance of compassion. This c

The second type of elderly person is called “A Fruitful Person,” a philanthropist or altruist. Throughout their lives, these elderly people have diligently earned their livelihood, and are well prepar

The second type of elderly individual, termed 'A Fruitful Person', exemplifies philanthropy and self-sufficiency. These individuals have not only prepared well for their later years but have also enga

Weekend Retreat Those with more free time at the weekends have the opportunity to join residential meditation retreats in the Dhammakaya Foundation's meditation village for three days over the weeken

Those looking for a weekend getaway can participate in three-day meditation retreats at the Dhammakaya Foundation's village. Participants adhere to basic living conditions, staying under mosquito nets

Introduction of our actions having brought this suffering of disharmony into our lives and seek to address the causes that are creating and accumulating bad karma. And our accumulated karma designate

This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec

12 I have permitted you to take the robe and divide it among you." The Buddha continued, "Craving is, indeed, a grievous matter among living beings here in the world. Even as rust which springs from

The Buddha emphasizes that craving is a significant source of suffering in the world. Just as rust deteriorates iron, craving corrodes the essence of living beings, leading to negative consequences su

Journey to Joy all secrets and leave us without doubts. We will possess the right knowledge about the purpose of life and consequently follow a correct path - one that is more fruitful and substantive

Journey to Joy explores the transformative power of the Dhammakaya, emphasizing how true knowledge within ourselves can create happiness and purpose. By unlocking this wisdom through meditation, we ca

BE CONTENT Let us be neither blindly ambitious nor greedy. Instead, let us learn modesty and contentment. Greed can turn an honest man into a fraudulent one. I dislike a dishonest person. When you ar

This text emphasizes the significance of being content and modest rather than succumbing to greed. It highlights how greed can lead to dishonesty and misery. By maintaining a pure mind and living simp

W O R L D P E A C E T h e G l o b i n n e r P E A C E MAJOR EVENTS LIGHT New Year Retreat At the New Year weekend, the Dhammakaya Foundation traditionally organizes a three-day meditation retr

The Dhammakaya Foundation hosts a three-day meditation retreat during the New Year weekend, offering participants a chance to learn meditation in a serene environment. This program promotes a simple l

Upasikaratnam (Female Lay - Follower) Ordination Programme The programme was organized to commemorate the Thai National Mother's Day and to dedicate merit to Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand on the a

The Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme, organized on Thai National Mother's Day, celebrated Her Majesty the Queen's birthday on August 12, 1998. The event attracted nearly 200,000 female participants,

When we are young, our mind is simple, innocent and relatively pure. A young mind has not yet been exposed to many mental contaminants. It is easier for the mind of a child to reach a calm and tranqui

When we are young, our minds are simple and innocent, making meditation easier. However, as we grow, life's burdens create stress and unrest. Mental impurities like greed and anger cloud our minds. Me

How to Meditate? Monica Luang Por without meditation. Also, every hour of your day, take a minute to practice visualization. : I have really been looking for something new to fill up my life with. I d

Meditation can seamlessly integrate into daily life, helping overcome the busyness of daily errands. With a brief visualization exercise, such as imagining standing on a beach, one can enhance relaxat

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips could imagine a shining sun, of any size that you like, bright like the midday sun but clean and soothing as the moonlight on a full moon night. You can choose

This section provides an easy meditation technique to cultivate inner peace. It focuses on visualizing a calming object such as a sun, moon, or candle flame in the center of your body. The method enco

Journey to Joy cope with it well. I'm so surprised. I did not cry, instead I sat still and concentrated my mind at the centre of my body. Then, I found the answer. I realised that I had to be strong a

In this excerpt, the author shares their experience of coping with life's inevitabilities such as birth, aging, sickness, and death. Instead of succumbing to sorrow, they found strength through medita

Journey to Joy 254 simple instructions as they were given, step by step, by my teaching monk. First, closing my eyes gently and relaxing every part of my body, I listened only to the soothing sound of

In this chapter, the author recounts a transformative experience guided by a teaching monk. Through simple, step-by-step instructions, they learned to close their eyes, relax their body, and focus on