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Daoist Meditation in the Eastern Han Period
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Daoist Meditation in the Eastern Han Period
…d into Chinese.60 However the Chinese people were already familiar with the meditation practiced by small groups of Daoist hermits who attempted to achieve immortality through breathing exercises, sexual t…
In the Eastern Han period around 148 CE, Daoist meditation practices already existed, with references found in ancient texts like the Tao Te Ching. Practitioners sought immortality through various tec
The Story of Kukkutamitta
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The Story of Kukkutamitta
…young lady fell in love with him immediately; she followed him, married him and lived with him in a small village. As a result of that marriage, seven sons were born to them and in course of time, all the …
The story unfolds at the Veluvana monastery where the Buddha reflects on Kukkutamitta, a hunter, and a rich man's daughter from Rajagaha who fell in love with him. Their union leads to a fruitful fami
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
Journey to Joy 12 72 and sometimes, I would see a small point or ball of light floating in front of me, something I had rarely perceived in my meditation a…
The text discusses the author's personal journey with meditation, notably Dhammakaya meditation, and its significant benefits in managing stress during a demanding doctoral program. It highlights uniq
Meditation for Love and Family
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Meditation for Love and Family
… is an important reason why I decided to stop consuming alcohol because I started to find that even small amounts – say, one bottle of
This text reflects on the practice of loving-kindness meditation as a means to cultivate compassion for family and others. It emphasizes the importance of a clear mind, free from distractions, which D
National Dhamma Quiz Contest
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National Dhamma Quiz Contest
…. The unity of children of different religious backgrounds studying the same morality course is one small step forward for the global ideal of world peace and inter-cultural harmony. Studies carried out e…
The Dhamamkaya Foundation, with the International Buddhist Club, organizes a yearly peace and ethics education curriculum that features a quiz contest for schoolchildren, university students, and mili
Elements of Religious Culture in Buddhism
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Elements of Religious Culture in Buddhism
…ชิวาหา ชุมชื่น แชมชื่น ซิ elements of religious culture inherited from the Aryan tradition, with a small proportion from the religion of the Indus Valley. womb-born gable spire (of a roof) (jataka) the s…
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจองค์ประกอบของวัฒนธรรมทางศาสนาในพระพุทธศาสนาที่สืบทอดมาจากประเพณีอารยันและมีส่วนเล็กน้อยมาจากศาสนาในหุบเขาอินดัส นอกจากนี้ยังมีการกล่าวถึงปรัชญาสำคัญของการเกิดใหม่และความสำคัญของชาติทั้ง
The Origins of Provocative Dress in Children
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The Origins of Provocative Dress in Children
…eenagers and started to dress provocatively. We can trace it back to when these children were still small, when they were still in kindergarten or elementary school. Parents and teachers misunderstood tha…
เมื่อเราพิจารณาปัญหานี้อย่างชัดเจน เราจะพบว่าที่มาของปัญหานี้เริ่มต้นมาก่อนที่เด็กๆ จะกลายเป็นวัยรุ่นและเริ่มแต่งตัวเซ็กซี่ ความเข้าใจผิดของผู้ปกครองและครูในเรื่องการส่งเสริมความคิดสร้างสรรค์และความมั
ปรมฤทธิ์และวิชามิภคัลสวณญาณ
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ปรมฤทธิ์และวิชามิภคัลสวณญาณ
…cript with some spiritual or religious context, which might affect the OCR accuracy, especially for small or ornate characters.
บทความนี้สำรวจถึงความลึกซึ้งของปรมฤทธิ์และวิชามิภคัลสวณญาณ โดยเน้นที่พุทธคุณที่ส่งผลต่อชีวิตและจิตใจ ของผู้ที่ศึกษาเรื่องนี้ รวมถึงวิธีการนำแนวคิดมาประยุกต์ใช้ในการดำเนินชีวิต เพื่อก้าวไปสู่ความสำเร็จ
Reflections on Life and Ordination
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Reflections on Life and Ordination
…set out in the discipline section of the Tripitaka. Unfortunately, my father passed away when I was small, so he did not get to see his son in the saffron robes. And I had had two close calls, which almost…
This narrative discusses the importance of familial love and the motivation behind the decision to ordain. The author reflects on moments that brought him close to death, which deepened his desire to
Meditation Practices Introduced by An Shigao in Eastern Han China
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Meditation Practices Introduced by An Shigao in Eastern Han China
…on, for example the Anban shouyi jing; the Daodi jing (T607); Yin-chi ru jing (T603); the large and small of Shi’ermen jing (lost); the Renben yusheng jing (T14). These texts all contain classified and sub…
An Shigao, notable for his translations, played a key role in introducing meditation practices to Eastern Han China (25-220 CE). The prevalent form during this period was breathing meditation, particu
U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
…ith Syria and defusing the crisis in Lebanon. Dealing With Iran and the Nuclear Issue Due in no small part to Bush administration policies, Iran is now integral to critical U.S. interests, namely, Iraq…
This text argues that U.S. policies in the Middle East must shift to address underlying political issues to effectively curb terrorism and ensure oil flow. It outlines critical tasks for U.S. engageme
Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
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Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
The Voice of Abstaining 7. Velama Sutta “If one were to develop even just one whiff of a heart of good will, that would be more fruitful than... if one with a confident mind were to undertake the tra
This text discusses the teachings of the Velama Sutta, emphasizing that developing even a small amount of good will is more fruitful than significant material offerings and merits. It illustrates…
Advice on Helping a Father Overcome Alcoholism
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Advice on Helping a Father Overcome Alcoholism
…d not be telling him this, and that he has raised you since you were little, when your feet were as small as seashells. Luang Phaw went through this too. Even though I am a Bhikkhu and have taught a great …
A student seeks counsel from Luang Phaw to help his father quit drinking, as his father's violent behavior affects their family and reputation. Luang Phaw shares his experience with addiction in famil
Financial Wisdom from Luang Phaw
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Financial Wisdom from Luang Phaw
… a little but have a lot saved is like using a coconut shell or a bowl to collect water. Although a small vessel, it will carry your water safely." If a person earns a lot but drinks alcohol, it is like ha…
This text recounts the financial struggles faced by Luang Phaw in his youth and the wisdom imparted by his mother regarding savings. She emphasized that the amount saved matters more than the amount e
Choosing the Right Life Partner
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Choosing the Right Life Partner
…usbands and wives sometimes at their worse behavior. Whether this other side of him or her leads to small or large conflicts, there will always be issues to deal with. In the end, the magical happiness the…
ชีวิตคู่มักประสบปัญหาหลังจากช่วงเริ่มต้น เมื่อความจริงของการอยู่ร่วมกันเปิดเผย พระพุทธเจ้าสอนคุณสมบัติ 4 ประการในการเลือกคู่ครองที่ถูกต้อง ได้แก่ ความเข้าใจในกฎแห่งกรรม การปฏิบัติตามศีล ความมุ่งมั่นช่
ปฐมมัญปปลาสากามภาค ๒
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ปฐมมัญปปลาสากามภาค ๒
…๑๕๔ ว่า คุณวาภิญฺฑิวา โจ ว่าเป็นภิญฺฑิวาโล ก็มี แปลว่า หรชนิด หนึ่ง ทางสิกูลฺดฺทเป็นกันภิญฺฑิวาโล A small javelin thrown from the hand. หมายความว่า หอกชัด ที่แปลไว้วันนี้ก็แปลตาม นัยของท่านผู้หนึ่ง จึงใครข…
ในเชิงปรัชญาเรื่องความเป็นสมณะนั้น เชื่อมโยงกับอำนาจแห่งจิตที่เราต้องมีการพัฒนาอย่างต่อเนื่อง นอกจากนี้ยังมีการพูดถึงศัพท์ที่สำคัญในพระไตรปิฎกเกี่ยวกับ 'คุณวา' และ 'ภิญฺฑิวา' ซึ่งต้องมีการสอบสวนเพิ่มเ
Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
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Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
… which was 112 kilometers from the capital of Kosol, Tanachai asked King Pasantikosol, "The city is small and I have a large number of retinue with me. It will be inconvenient to live in the city. I reques…
As Lady Visakha prepares for marriage, her father imparts important lessons on maintaining family dignity and relationships. He advises her to keep family matters private, not to bring external issues
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…
The text discusses a poignant poster illustrating a mother and son, emphasizing the importance of ordaining while one's mother is alive, as a symbol of gratitude. The personal experience of the writer
Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
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Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
…reform in Tehran and dilute the control of hard-liners, who thrive in isolation. For this reason, a small but powerful clique with entrenched economic and political interests in the status quo will do ever…
This text discusses the necessity of the U.S. focusing on Iraq to facilitate a U.S.-Iranian dialogue, aiming to retain Iraq's territorial integrity and mitigate civil conflict. It emphasizes the chall
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
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WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
…aven for Dhamma practice, as a refuge of peace to a tormented world. The exemplary practice of that small group of devotees in the early days inspired the faith of an increasingly large number of people, a…
The World Dhammakaya Centre spans 800 acres and includes the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall, the largest spiritual hall globally, and the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara, dedicated to the revered med