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53. RELINQUISH ALL ELSE Merely meditating and reciting the mantra "samma arahang" will create merit. It is not easy to attain Dhammanetya when the mind wants to dart here and there around the entire

The text emphasizes the significance of meditating and reciting the mantra 'samma arahang' to create merit. To attain Dhammanetya, one must bring the mind back to focus, specifically above the navel,

knowledge or science in a way that encourages absorption while correctly and clearly conveying the subject matter to the pupil. To be skilled in the art of teaching, teachers must not only deliver the

Teachers play a crucial role in shaping students by blending academic knowledge with moral guidance. A clear understanding of their responsibilities can empower teachers to produce not only intelligen

Journey to Joy 204 The degree of patience for where we are in our spiritual journey is quite remarkable. I have learned that we can work miracles by realizing the miracle within ourselves. To transfor

The journey towards joy highlights the importance of patience in our spiritual growth. To create miracles, we must discover the miracle within ourselves. By transforming individually, we contribute po

examine this so that we will not miss the opportunity to do so. We should clearly understand the importance of contributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to

This text emphasizes the significance of donating Buddha images as a means to contribute to spiritual merit. It discusses the historical context of such contributions, highlighting how ancestors showe

Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation Monica : What do Buddhist's scripts say about time? Luang Phaw: Time management for laypeople and Buddhist monks is quite different. Laypeople have to manage their t

In Buddhism, time management differs for laypeople and monks. While both seek spiritual growth, laypeople balance everyday life with meditation, prayers, and mindfulness. Morning routines include pray

Unbreakable Bonds The bond between a husband and wife can be broken; but the bond between parents and children is unbreakable even through death. Even if we do not know who our parents are (due to cer

The bond between parents and children remains unbreakable even through death. While some may show their love occasionally, expressions of gratitude should be more frequent. The Lord Buddha exemplified

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

Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica : Good, thank you. What do the monks think about family life? And do you consider family life to be a distraction from your faith? Luang Phaw: Family life is restricte

In this discussion, the monk shares insights on how family life can be restrictive, comparing it to fish in a tank versus fish in the ocean. Marriage is seen as a binding constraint that can obstruct

… (Skt. Nirvana): the state of ultimate happiness, the happy condition of enlightenment, the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of the everyday livid; nor is it the concept of happiness as…

Nibbana, or Nirvana, represents the ultimate happiness in Buddhism, transcending ordinary joy and marking the end of the rebirth cycle. It's a state of perfect enlightenment that goes beyond language,

…, Nirvana), is the state of ultimate happiness, the happy condition of enlightenment, the highest spiritual attainment. This is in the next; be happy because of everybody life is not the concept of happiness as inter…

This passage urges individuals to take action in their lives, emphasizing the importance of striving for goodness and remaining steadfast in their pursuits. It highlights the belief that this life is

90 MEDITATION BENEFITS lived to be true ten thousand years ago should still be true today and should remain true ten thousand years from now. Knowledge gained from meditative insight is based on rea

Meditation offers profound insights that connect us to our true essence and spiritual nature. It generates 'merit,' which is a form of positive energy originating from good deeds. Merit is essential f

Dhammapāla, like Buddhaghosa, employs the term dhammikāya mostly as a noun, and relates it either with the Buddha’s mental qualities and purity,134 with the Enlightenment either of the Buddha135 or hi

Dhammapāla discusses dhammikāya, relating it to the Buddha's mental qualities and Enlightenment. This term connects the Buddha's teachings and truths, illustrating his purity and extraordinary qualiti

1. The term dhammakāya is related to enlightenment. This agrees with our earlier observation regarding the relation of ‘dhammakāya’ to the Buddha and Paccakabuddhas. 2. Dhammakāya is not exclusive to

…akāya. This overview reinforces the notion of dhammakāya as a substantial quality that encapsulates spiritual attainment and development.

VI. Reference 3: Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples Besides the term’s relation to the Buddha and Paccekabuddhas, a Pāli canonical reference mentions also the relation of dhammakāya with noble disciples.

In the context of Pāli texts, the term dhammakāya is linked to noble disciples as evidenced in the story of Gotamī, the great nun and Buddha's foster mother. As she approaches her passing, Gotamī refl

…me independent or self-reliant regarding Buddha’s dhamma, as is evident in a passage describing the spiritual attainment of a Stream-enterer: sveyathâpi nāma suddham vattham apagataâlakaâm sammad eva rajanam paṭigānehya,…

This text discusses the criterion of being the Tathāgata's son, emphasizing the irremovable confidence (saddhā) in the Buddha. It defines this confidence as settled and unchangeable despite external i

22 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 13. Claiming our Birthright All of you are endowed with great merit to be blessed with the know-how that can allow you to attain the Triple Gem inside. The body of enlightenm

This text emphasizes the importance of realizing our potential and accessing the Dhammakaya within each of us for true enlightenment. It highlights that human life is a precious opportunity to pursue

Contributors The publication of this book has been made possible only by the starting capital received from benefactors. The publisher thus wishes to take this opportunity to rejoice in the merit of a

This section acknowledges the benefactors and contributors whose support made the publication possible. The production team dedicates the merit of this book to the Supreme Self-Enlightened One and var

Having achieved this high level of meditative attainment, Chand asked Tongsuk to show her how to traverse to the afterlife realms so that she could find her father. With Tongsuk's help, Chand finally

Chand achieved a high level of meditative attainment and sought to find her father in the afterlife. With Tongsuk's help, she communicated with her father in a hell realm, assisting him in recalling h

Wisdom that their thoughts and speech originate from a pure and powerful source. A person who earnestly meditates and attains the Dhammakaya will discover that wisdom lies within. When we meditate, a

This text discusses how meditation and the attainment of the Dhammakaya lead to the discovery of inner wisdom. It describes how through meditation, one can perceive a gentle inner light, reminiscent o

The Dhammakaya Tradition The Dhammakaya Tradition is a Buddhist meditation method taught by Phramongkolthepmuni in the early 20th century. Dhammakaya meditation encompasses both the samatha (tranquili

The Dhammakaya Tradition is a renowned Buddhist meditation technique initiated by Phramongkolthepmuni in the early 20th century, blending samatha and vipassana practices with the aim of overcoming the