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Understanding the Six Directions in Education and Moral Development
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Understanding the Six Directions in Education and Moral Development
Meeting #19 9AM - 20 March 2010 "Yesterday, I said to you that we would talk about the six directions. These, we cannot separate. They are, in fact, the same thing, only each direction has a differen
In this meeting, the focus is on the six directions, emphasizing their interconnected nature and the importance of harmonizing relationships in personal and national development. Education is portraye
Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
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Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
T HE FUTURE There is still a long way to in the promotion of social harmony and everlasting peace in the world because the scale of the task is enormous and there is no previous perfect example which
The future holds the possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedication. The Dhammakaya Foundation plays a crucial role in offering education in virtue and medita
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
someone who is angry or hateful. When we are happy and content with ourselves, we project a personality of self-confidence and social grace. For this reason, merit can indeed change our personality to
Merit is an integral part of our personality, bringing satisfaction and contentment while enhancing social grace and self-confidence. It cannot be transferred, as it belongs solely to the individual.
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such
The text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultiv
Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Journey of Enlightenment
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Journey of Enlightenment
About Luang Por Dhammajayo Luang Por Dhammajayo (The Most Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu) was born in Singburi Province, Central Thailand, on April 22, 1944. He has followed and been self-educated in Bu
Luang Por Dhammajayo, born on April 22, 1944, in Singburi Province, Thailand, has been a dedicated follower of Buddhism since childhood. He earned a degree in Economics and was ordained in 1969 at Wat
Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Journey of Peace and Meditation
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Journey of Peace and Meditation
About Luang Por Dhammajayo ceremonies and meditation practices on a regular basis. He is also the founder and the president of the Dhammakaya Foundation (www.dhammakaya. net), an NGO member of the Uni
Luang Por Dhammajayo is the founder of the Dhammakaya Foundation, an influential leader in social and religious activities. The foundation operates globally and promotes meditation and the true nature
Survival of Buddhism and the Dhammakaya Temple
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Survival of Buddhism and the Dhammakaya Temple
hoped that future generations would study Buddhism to gain a correct understanding of the realities of life. Thus, if our ancestors were still alive, we can imagine how they would feel about our carel
The survival of Buddhism in Thailand is under threat due to abandoned temples and corrupt practices. The Dhammakaya Temple, however, stands resilient, guided by Buddhist principles imparted by its fou
Discovering Dhammakaya Meditation
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Discovering Dhammakaya Meditation
Contents Foreword: Phra Mongkhisompun, Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation Foreword: Phraratchaphalavison, President of the Dhammakaya Foundation 1. INTRODUCTION Quality of mind: mankind’s most pr
This text introduces the principles of Dhammakaya Meditation, highlighting the importance of quality of mind as a vital resource in life. It discusses the characteristic problems individuals face on t
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey of Buddhist Leadership
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey of Buddhist Leadership
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo (The Most Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu) was born in Singburi Province, Central Thailand, on April 22, 1944. He has followed and been self-educated in Buddhism since his childhood
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, born on April 22, 1944, in Singburi, Thailand, is a distinguished Buddhist monk and the founder of Dhammakaya Temple. After earning his Economics degree from Kasetsart Universit
Self-Responsibility and Social Development in Buddhism
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Self-Responsibility and Social Development in Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey And that’s where we close the circle. We do it for ourselves because we have to develop ourselves before we can develop anything else … but everything about us affects all of the peop
The text discusses the necessity of self-development before aiding others, emphasizing self-responsibility post-birth. It highlights the crisis of independence and the importance of moral boundaries i
The Importance of Good Habits in Education
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The Importance of Good Habits in Education
CHAPTER 2 Furthermore, a good education system is essential in assisting the parent to continue to build the knowledge of the individual along the right path to further strengthen the fabric of human
This chapter discusses the significance of a solid education system in fostering good habits among individuals which leads to mental, physical health, and societal benefits. It defines habits, categor
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
Goals of Life Life goals have three levels: the goal on Earth, the goal in the celestial realm, and the goal beyond (Nirvana). The goal on Earth is to live happily, enjoy good health, be blessed with
Life goals are categorized into three levels: the earthly goal of happiness, good health, and social acceptance; the celestial realm goal, influenced by religious beliefs in afterlife concepts; and th
The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
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The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
Only with moral education can human beings eliminate conflicts, selfish and greedy tendencies and practices so that man may truly coexist with mindful and peaceful consideration for each other. This s
This text emphasizes the necessity of moral education to eliminate selfish and greedy tendencies, enabling peaceful coexistence. It discusses the role of various types of teachers—parents, school teac
Propagating Buddhism: A Journey Towards Genuine Peace
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Propagating Buddhism: A Journey Towards Genuine Peace
Preface Buddhism had been expounded for over 2550 years in various regions throughout the world. Although the practices have been altered according to the climate, tradition, and culture of each area,
In December 2007, 350 Buddhist monks gathered for the 4th WBSY in Bangkok, focusing on unity in Buddhism. Despite cultural differences, they aimed to propagate peace and true happiness through meditat
Truth for the Family: Essential Practices for Moral Living
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Truth for the Family: Essential Practices for Moral Living
Part Five: Truth for the Family 2. Moral Discipline (silamaya) - Observing moral behavior by restraining our speech and actions to do only good; not causing turmoil for others. 3. Meditation Practice
Part Five discusses vital practices for families to cultivate a moral lifestyle. It highlights the importance of moral discipline (silamaya), meditation (bhavanamaya), and humility (apacayanamaya) amo
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 correlate body parts with Buddha's attributes and suggest daily rec
Centre-of-the-Centre: Efficacy in Buddhist Meditation
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Centre-of-the-Centre: Efficacy in Buddhist Meditation
Centre-of-the-Centre: Efficacy in Buddhist Meditation. A work in progress presented to the international conference on Meditative Traditions of East Asia, National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) and Dhar
This unpublished work discusses Buddhist meditation's efficacy and its cultural transmission from East Asia, particularly focusing on Dharma Drum Buddhist College and related scholarly articles on med
The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
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The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
Purity of livelihood (achivaparissuddhismavara): The main duties of monks are to study Dhamma, practice meditation, and teach the Dharma knowledge to the public. The daily subsistence of monks comes f
This text outlines the essential duties and practices of Buddhist monks focusing on livelihood, moderation, and core principles of Buddhism. Monks dedicate themselves to studying Dhamma, meditating, a
การนั่งสมาธิและโครงการพีซเรฟโวลูชัน
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การนั่งสมาธิและโครงการพีซเรฟโวลูชัน
00 MARCO มาร์โค เบอร์มิวเดส BERMUDEZ ที่เนเธอร์แลนด์ พีซเอเจนท์ มาร์โค เบอร์ มิวเดส ได้จัดนั่งสมาธิให้กับกลุ่มนักศึกษาใน สถาบันศึกษาสังคมศาสตร์ระหว่างประเทศ (หรือ International Institute of Social Stu
มาร์โค เบอร์มิวเดสได้จัดนั่งสมาธิให้กับนักศึกษาใน International Institute of Social Studies โดยมีเพื่อนๆ ร่วมปฏิบัติกว่า 30 คนเพื่อผ่อนคลายจากความเครียด แนะนำโครงการพีซเรฟโวลูชันและจบด้วยการนั่งสมาธิ
Buddhist View on Sex
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Buddhist View on Sex
Buddhist View on Sex Monica meaning of both a sexual relationship and marriage. They will prefer sexual pleasure to a meaningful relationship with someone. The heart will lose its innocence as it is f
This text examines the Buddhist view on sexual relationships, distinguishing between temporary sexual pleasure and meaningful connections. It highlights how sexual activity can impact family life, emp