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What is Meditation?
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What is Meditation?
…ot only for Buddhists, but for people of all faiths. At its core, meditation is about touching the spiritual essence, or the seed of enlightenment, that exists within us all. This spiritual essence is not something t…
…s can be realized by anyone seeking a more profound understanding of themselves. By recognizing the spiritual essence within, meditation provides a transformative pathway to greater awareness and enlightenment. Those …
Rebirth & Incarnation in Buddhism
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Rebirth & Incarnation in Buddhism
Rebirth & Incarnation Monica with property in a timely manner so as to be invested in the future. The parents also suggest how to earn, spend and save money. : In my travels I have seen different birt
In Buddhism, the gender of a child is not considered important for the spiritual progress of parents. Conversations highlight that responsibilities are not tied to the sex of the child, emphasizing th
AIM IN LIFE
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AIM IN LIFE
AIM IN LIFE 3. Replenishing Purpose From the first time I started to study Dhamma³, I knew I couldn't afford to waste a further moment of my life. I wanted to advance my perfections each and every day
The text emphasizes the importance of understanding one's purpose in life and the quest for spiritual fulfillment through Dhamma study. It encourages readers to prioritize their spiritual practice dai
Rebirth & Incarnation
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Rebirth & Incarnation
Rebirth & Incarnation Monica Luang Por Monica with property in a timely manner so as to be invested in the future. The parents should also suggest how to earn, spend and save money. : In my travels I
In this conversation, Luang Por Monica discusses the various traditions surrounding birth in different cultures and religions. She questions whether Buddhist parents view the gender of their newborn d
Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
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Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
As this is the inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest, I regard all of you who have agreed to participate as history-makers in the forging of World Peace in our world – you are pioneers in bringing fort
This inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest highlights participants as history-makers in promoting global peace. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual enlightenment, calling upon the merits of enlig
The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
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The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
No matter how many material possessions we may have accumulated, none of them can be taken with us upon our departure from this world. All of them will be left behind. The only possession we can take
No matter how many material possessions we have accumulated, we can only take our spiritual wealth with us. This wealth is built through merits which last through many lifetimes. In this brief discuss
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
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
Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
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Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
No. | Brahmins (D.III.81) | Noble Disciples (D.III.84) | Implied Parallel ---|------------------------|---------------------------|------------------------ 1. | Brahma's children | Tathägata's sons |
The text presents a comparative analysis between Brahmins and Noble Disciples, highlighting their similarities in mythical and spiritual parental origins. It details how both are seen as offsprings of
90 Benefits of Meditation
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90 Benefits of Meditation
…itative attainment allows us to tap into the “inner knowledge” that reveals our true nature and the spiritual essence that exists within each one of us. **Merit Gained From Meditation Practice** – One of the byproduc…
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
The Role of Buddhism in Society
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The Role of Buddhism in Society
"Digested from speech of Pramạhā Boonthavy Vilaichakr Buddhism and Society "Buddhism occurred 2500 years ago in India. Since then it has contributed a lot to the human civilization of both materialit
Buddhism, which originated 2500 years ago in India, has profoundly influenced human civilization both materially and spiritually. Its teachings guide individuals to avoid wrongdoing, purify minds, pro
Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
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Understanding the Mind in Thai Culture
"this or that", "black or white", with no gray area, as the locals find this logic easy to grasp and put into practice. In addition, Thai culture and language has a relatively large amount of words an
This text discusses the simplicity of dualistic thinking in Thai culture and the rich linguistic resources that explain human cognition. It emphasizes that terms often linked to Buddhism should be tre
Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
In the case that 'brahma-' refers to the neuter 'brahman' In the other case in which the term brahma- is translated as 'brahman'63 the ultimate,64 the third parallel65 suggests that the term dhamma in
This text clarifies that the term 'brahma-' can refer to either the masculine 'Brahmā' or the neuter 'brahman,' ultimately leading to the view that dhamma signifies transcendental realities. It sugges
Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
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Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
Gombrich, while differently translating the term in this passage as a bahubbiha compound 'dhamma-bodied,' similarly interprets it as an indication that the Buddha's true import is due to 'his teaching
This text delves into various scholars' interpretations of the term 'dhammakāya' within the context of early Pāli suttas. Gombrich views it as 'dhamma-bodied,' emphasizing that the essence of the Budd
World Peace Ethics Contest Inaugural Speech
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World Peace Ethics Contest Inaugural Speech
As this is the inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest, I regard all of you who have agreed to participate as history-makers in the forging of World Peace in our world - you are pioneers in bringing fort
การประกวดจริยธรรมสันติภาพโลกครั้งแรกถือเป็นการสร้างประวัติศาสตร์ในการส่งเสริมจริยธรรมเพื่อสันติภาพโลก ผู้เข้าร่วมเป็นผู้ริเริ่มในการนำสันติภาพมาสู่สังคมระหว่างประเทศและหวังเป็นจริงในยุคใหม่ที่ดีกว่า ม
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 Superiority of Dhamma over Worldly Existence
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The Superiority of Dhamma over Worldly Existence
33. You were fed by me the milk that could relieve thirst (only) momentarily; But I was fed by you the dhamma-milk that is perpetually peaceful. In this passage, a comparison is made between worldly m
ในบทความนี้เสนอการเปรียบเทียบระหว่างความเป็นแม่ในโลกกับการเป็นบิดาทางจิตวิญญาณ โดยเน้นที่การดูแลร่างกายทางกายภาพและร่างกายทางจิตวิญญาณ รวมถึงประสิทธิภาพในการบรรเทาความกระหายของนมธรรมดาและนมที่เป็น dha
The Essence of Dhamma-Milk in Spiritual Growth
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The Essence of Dhamma-Milk in Spiritual Growth
related also to the happiness arisen from the realisation of truths, as mentioned in the previous verse. In verse 33, Gotami is said to have been fed on the ‘dhamma-milk.’105 Because it is fed to her
The concept of dhamma-milk represents spiritual nourishment derived from the Buddha's teachings, leading to inner peace and realization of truths. Gotami's declaration signifies the transition from ph
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
Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
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Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
55. ONLY SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT CAN HELP US In the entire universe, there is only one refuge from suffering for us, and that is meditative attainment. Hold on to it. Even if you see only a brief flash
In the universe, the only refuge from suffering is meditative attainment. This practice allows the mind to penetrate deep into Nibbana, achieving a state of bliss. However, worldly attachments can dra