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The Dhammakaya Tradition
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The Dhammakaya Tradition
…as forty different paths of practice, once the Hindrances are overcome, all methods converge into a single path of mental progress which leads into meditation at the vipassana level. Dhammakaya meditatio…
…ces to achieve a focused mental state. Meditators initially explore diverse paths but converge on a singular route towards deeper mental progress, leading to higher stages of vipassana. Attainment in thi…
Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
Citation for Call to the Angels BLESSINGS: Aradhana - Invitation to Devas (www.buddhist-book.com) “One day Sakka, the king of the Devas ap…
This text reflects on a significant event where Sakka, the king of the Devas, requested the Buddha to invite the Devas to witness the recitation of Dhamma. This practice fosters protection for devotee
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
…se he attended graduate school in Australia prior to his ordaining as a monk. The Ashram is a low, single story building and the room where we enter is meticulously undecorated with walls of honey color…
The text recounts the author's experience meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, during a special occasion commemorating a birthday. With hesitation and excitement, the a
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
…ore like acceptance, Buddhists do not say resurrection, but birth and rebirth. Buddhists do not say sin, but wholesome or unwholesome." Then Jon asks, "Was Buddha aware of his own self-enlightenment?" …
…ore, he humorously addresses the idea of family choices at birth based on one's merit, before discussing the purpose of the 60-year meditation building at Wat Phra Dhammakaya, where serious meditators ai…
The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
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The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
NICENESS WITH A DHAMMA TEACHER become pure and then work together. If many pure people came together, then we could help one another destroy Mara. And this is what the temple is trying to do. We prev
…sonal purity and collective effort to combat Mara. The concept of the Buddha as pure energy and the singular truth of Dhamma across religions is highlighted. He advocates for creating boon through intent…
Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
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Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
…rtant to each of us, no matter what culture we come from, what occupation we are in, whether we are single or married, or what age we happen to be. And this is to be the first Dhamma talk in which he alo…
During the Peace Revolution Conference at the Ashram on February 29, 2009, participants from around the world gathered to hear Luang Por share his insights on living a good life. Despite the cultural
Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
…e this as we grow and age, and (13) it can be trained endlessly … indefinitely. “But there is a missing piece to the puzzle – A big caution! The mind is under the influence of what we have called kilesa…
This text explores the essential characteristics of the mind and how they influence our perceptions, thoughts, and overall mental state. The mind, unlike the physical body, is a subtle entity that can
Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
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Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey from defilement are manifested within the mind since we are born. It forces the mind to think, speak, and act imperfectly and it allows us to slide in…
This text discusses the concept of defilements, which manifest in the mind from birth and lead to bad habits and suffering. It emphasizes the need for right understanding and mind control, urging prac
Meeting with Luang Por Dattajevo
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Meeting with Luang Por Dattajevo
…his also meant that before long, I was asked to look at another project they were undertaking comprising a series of books about the Dhamma teachings of Luang Por Dhammajayo, the Abbot. The project was b…
…e Lord Buddha. The meeting includes questions from the Peace Revolution team and a writing team focusing on Dhamma teachings. The writer recounts their experience and notes the collaboration between diff…
Understanding the Mind and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind and Defilements
…l think of the things that it is not supposed to think of – mostly about sensual pleasure, such as using the five senses. (9) The mind is very difficult to still – like monkey mind – and our thoughts wor…
This text delves into the complexities of the human mind, emphasizing its speed and difficulty to control. It discusses how meditation can help in training the mind, which is often distracted by defil
Meeting of Peace Revolution and Middle Way Retreats Organizers
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Meeting of Peace Revolution and Middle Way Retreats Organizers
…front of Luang Por’s desk, and the two women and I are seated to the side closest to his left hand. Since it will all be spoken in Thai, I have decided to use my “channeling” technique, and channel Luang…
…ansportation and food, organized monthly by the Wat. The meeting included 14 monks and 3 women, focusing on collaboration between Peace Revolution and Middle Way. Luang Por, with 40 years of dedication t…
The Path to Right View and World Peace
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The Path to Right View and World Peace
…g each other! The culture may change, but English is English, no matter what city it is spoken in - Singapore, Hong Kong, New York, or London. Dhamma is Dhamma! "As I said, we are composed of body, mind…
…onstant. The text encourages sharing Dhamma with the world, likening it to sharing nutrition, showcasing the importance of intention and interaction in daily life.
The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
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The Connection Between Meditation, Nutrition, and Our Existence
…t find anything wrong with us when we complain about something, or we have an ill feeling. We might sing Happy Birthday to one another but underneath, the cells are dying. “Now suppose our elements are …
In the practice of meditation, we gain deeper insights into our existence and bodily elements. Our bodies consist of four ancient elements: earth, water, fire, and wind, which are essential for energy
Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
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Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
…ad one super interesting Dhamma talk from Luang Por that I think would be of interest, so I am enclosing it here. This talk takes place on Tuesday morning: We all line up, and then walk over to the main…
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses her meditation journey at Dhammakaya Cetiya, emphasizing the importance of patience, which she struggles with. Luang Por Dhammajayo's teachings highlight the need for Right L
Teacher’s Conference Insights on Moral Responsibilities at Panawat
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Teacher’s Conference Insights on Moral Responsibilities at Panawat
…ference conducted by Wat Phra Dhammakaya and decide to go see Luang Por in his office to say hello. Since I always try to find something to take him as a little gift, I have brought him some dried fruit …
ในการประชุมครูที่ Panawat ได้เน้นถึงความสำคัญของหน้าที่และจริยธรรมในสังคม พร้อมกับการสอนศีลธรรมในโรงเรียน วัด และที่บ้าน ที่สำคัญคือการทำงานร่วมกันของครูทุกกลุ่มเพื่อสร้างสังคมที่มีคุณธรรม โดยเน้นการป
The Essence of Meditation and the Four Jhanas
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The Essence of Meditation and the Four Jhanas
…ess or suffering, and you are able to attain indifference which is beyond happiness or unhappiness. Since this feeling is beyond happiness, there is no word to explain it. Words can only explain the abst…
In meditation, similar to lighting a candle, three phenomena occur: brightness, heat (effort), and combustion (mindfulness). The fourth jhana transcends happiness and unhappiness, leading to a profoun
The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
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The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
…rrupt actions of the body. But there are also corrupt verbal actions as well. And they are: lying, using harsh speech, causing conflict through speech, and idle chatter or gossip. These unwholesome actio…
This text discusses the importance of self-development through six directions, emphasizing the role of ethical living and the teachings of Buddha in understanding one's mind and actions. It highlights
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
… careful because even though we may have good wishes, deep down inside, we have defilement, and our sincerity is not there. Therefore, the Buddha could do things and not reap kammic consequences because …
…ights the necessity of preserving Buddhist teachings to maintain clarity between good and bad, stressing that a pure mind leads to non-kammic actions. The teachings of the Buddha are positioned as a solu…
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
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The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
…n problem of all empires that have been lost: Worshipping money leads to greed which leads to the disintegration of society. “Ever since I was in high school, I was interested in the downfall of empire…
…ine of empires, we find a key factor in the worship of money, leading to a loss of morality. This disintegration results in laziness and dependency on society. Understanding the Right View, and instillin…
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