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Living a Celibate Life and the Journey to Nibbana
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Living a Celibate Life and the Journey to Nibbana
choose to live celibate lives. One solution is to select specific dates to observe The Eight Precepts which prohibits any sexual relationship, such as on Buddhist Holy days or on birthdays. This compr
This text discusses the choice of living a celibate life within Buddhism, highlighting how observing The Eight Precepts on certain dates enables individuals to meet their spiritual obligations. It ref
Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
[Right concentration, again, becomes the basis of right views, right aspirations, and other steps of the noble eightfold path, which is now experienced on a higher level, and this spiral-like progress
…e Eightfold Path leading to liberation. It discusses the spiral progression toward higher levels of spiritual attainment, specifically highlighting the transitions between various stages culminating in Arhatship. Peter H…
Types of Meditation
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Types of Meditation
78 MEDITATION TYPES OF MEDITATION Buddhist texts, such as the Visuddhimagga¹, describe forty different methods of practice. All of them have the same goal: to train the mind to be still and to attain
Buddhist texts, like the Visuddhimagga, outline 40 meditation methods with the same goal of mastering the mind to achieve Buddhahood. Meditation can be categorized into three types: positioning the mi
Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
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Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
Primary Path: beginning stage of meditative attainment leading to more advanced stages of absorption. Right View: view and wisdom in accordance with the Truths, consisting of the following beliefs: g
This text discusses the primary path of meditative attainment, highlighting the importance of right view as foundational beliefs that align with truth. Concepts such as Samadhi, denoting mental discip
Daily Life of Buddhists and Meditation
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Daily Life of Buddhists and Meditation
Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation Monica Luang Por 44 : What do Buddhist's scriptures say about time? : Time management for laypeople and Buddhist monks is quite different. Laypeople have to manage t
The text discusses the daily life of Buddhists, emphasizing the significance of meditation and prayer. Laypeople integrate mindfulness into their daily routines, balancing spiritual commitments with w
The Victory of Abandoning: Insights from the Dana Sutta
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The Victory of Abandoning: Insights from the Dana Sutta
The Victory of Abandoning 9. Dana Sutta Those 6 things Then, having exhausted that action, that power, that status, that sovereignty, he is a returner, coming back to this world. 7. "-- but with the
The Dana Sutta presents profound insights on the nature of giving and its consequences in the spiritual journey. It describes how the mindset behind acts of generosity can influence their outcomes—whe
A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
B RIEF HISTORY 1 In the midst of the daily rush and bustle demanded by modern metropolitan life has grown up a unique cultural centre to encourage and awaken people to the transformation that can be
Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst cultural turbulence, it emphasizes spiritual over material values, aiming for world
Understanding Personal Offerings in Buddhism
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Understanding Personal Offerings in Buddhism
42 The Verse of Absoniring 6. Dakkhināvibhanga Sutta One gives a gift to one who has entered upon the way to the realisation of the fruit of arahantship; this is the fourth kind of personal offe
… as a means of supporting the spiritual journey of others, with an emphasis on the higher realms of spiritual attainment. For further insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Journey to Enlightenment: Sodh Chandasaro's Transformation
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The Journey to Enlightenment: Sodh Chandasaro's Transformation
PHRAMONGKOLTHEPMUNI 43 the beginning of the path to spiritual attainment. He was overjoyed. Even the midday meal tasted extraordinary delicious that day. He looked forward …
In this text, Sodh Chandasaro embarks on a profound meditation session, making a resolute vow to attain enlightenment similar to the Lord Buddha. As he meditates in front of the main Buddha statue, he
Monastic vs Secular Life: Insights from Buddhism
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Monastic vs Secular Life: Insights from Buddhism
Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica Luang Por 24 : Good, thank you. What do the monks think about family life? And do you consider family life to be a distraction from your faith? : Family life is restri
…urney towards Arahantship, the ultimate goal in Buddhism. The challenges of married life can hinder spiritual attainment, while monkhood is viewed as the most effective way to achieve enlightenment. The story of Prince S…
Journey to Inner Brightness
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Journey to Inner Brightness
is tomorrow's still mind, today's darkness is tomorrow's inner brightness, today's perseverance is tomorrow's fulfillment. Don't be disappointed if you find your mind wandering. It is only natural fo
This text discusses the journey of meditation and perseverance toward achieving inner brightness and fulfillment. It highlights that distractions are normal for beginners but encourages continuous eff
The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
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The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
The Eightfold Noble Path For Attaining Dhamma 1. Samma Ditti - Right View and Understanding 2. Samma Sanggappa - Right Thought 3. Samma Waja - Right Speech 4. Samma Gammanda - Right Action 5. Samma A
The Eightfold Noble Path consists of eight practices that guide individuals towards the attainment of Dhamma. Each aspect emphasizes practical and mindful approaches to living, including Right View, R
The Path to Enlightenment through Meditation
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The Path to Enlightenment through Meditation
silently and continuously in the mind. If you are not sure about the location of the center of the body, just know that anywhere in the area of your abdomen will do. Don't be disappointed if you find
This text discusses the process of meditation, focusing on the abdominal area as the center of the body. It acknowledges the challenge of a wandering mind in beginners and emphasizes the importance of
Understanding Dhamma and Spiritual Realization
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Understanding Dhamma and Spiritual Realization
This corresponds to the set of four activities41 belonging to a Stream-attainer (sotāpattiyānga) which brings about other sets of qualities. The titles ‘born of dhamma’ (dhammaja) and ‘created by dham
This content discusses the process of spiritual attainment through dhamma, emphasizing four key activities that lead to the emergence of noble qualities. It h…
Gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
I would like to thank Luang Phaw Dhammajayo the most for guiding us on life goal and answering why we were born. Luang Phaw has restored Buddhism and propagated Dhammakaya meditation, aiming at the at
In Taipei, Taiwan, Sukasen Maitritij Supannanonn expresses deep gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo for guiding individuals on their life's purpose and the profound question of existence. Luang Phaw's
The Gift of Dhamma: A Collective Effort Towards Inner Peace
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The Gift of Dhamma: A Collective Effort Towards Inner Peace
94 Contributors sabbadanam dhammadanam jinati the gift of Dhamma excels all gifts Dhammapada verse 354 The publication of this book has been made possible only by starting capital received from benefa
This book, inspired by Dhammapada verse 354, celebrates the contributions of numerous benefactors, aiming to spread the Dhamma for the attainment of Inner Peace. The collaborative effort reflects the
Pearls of Inner Wisdom: The Brink of Success
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: The Brink of Success
38 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 25. The Brink of Success Every time we sit cross-legged with our attention firm and our mind still at the centre of the body, although our mind may sometimes suffer sleepines
In 'Pearls of Inner Wisdom', the importance of maintaining a daily meditation practice is emphasized. Each moment spent in meditation brings us closer to enlightenment, despite challenges like sleepin
The Journey to Attainment
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The Journey to Attainment
Before attainment, life is like running against the wind with a burning torch in our hand. The flame blowing towards us brings us heat and pain. When we reach a pond and dip the torch into the water,
Before reaching the state of Dhammakaya, life resembles a struggle against the elements with a burning torch, symbolizing suffering and challenges. Upon attainment, represented by dipping the torch in
Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
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Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
Superior Love through Superior Dhamma Because we are human beings, none of us are perfect. We all come with a baggage of deficiencies. We can cope with our own deficiencies but we cannot tolerate some
This text discusses the challenges of living with a partner and how the Dhamma provides guidance for a harmonious family life. It highlights the four virtues: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, an
A Legendary Woman
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A Legendary Woman
A Legendary Woman From the paddy fields of rural Thailand, a tiny little farmer girl, completely illiterate, took a journey on a spiritual quest, found a Great Master, learned the great knowledge fro
This book chronicles the remarkable journey of a young farmer girl from rural Thailand who, despite her illiteracy, embarked on a profound spiritual quest. She found a Great Master and absorbed signif