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Suzanne Jeffrey We start to talk about general stuff like the weather and his health and how Jon and I are enjoying the Wat experience. I decide to start the questions, believe it or not, and so I ha

In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey shares her dialogue with a Theravada monk, discussing important Buddhist concepts such as boon, kilesa, and Mara. The monk provides insight into the 'Treasure Store Di

BUDDHISM ‘The religion in the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the spiritual, it should be based on

Buddhism, founded by the Buddha over 2,500 years ago, emphasizes freedom from suffering and is based on logical, practical principles. This religion transcends blind faith and superstitions, making it

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

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

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

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

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

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

68 The Virtue of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to feed one non - returner, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed 100 oncereturners. "If one were to feed one arahant, that

In the Velama Sutta, the text highlights the profound impact of offering food to individuals with high spiritual attainment. It asserts that feeding a single non-returner yields greater merit than fee

WHAT IS MEDITATION? The mind can be compared to an ocean, and momentary mental events such as happiness, irritation, fantasies, and boredom can be compared to the waves that rise and fall on the ocea

Meditation serves as a means for mental development, allowing individuals to calm the turbulence of the mind and access its inherent clarity. This practice is not limited to any one faith, emphasizing

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

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,

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

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips Chapter 32 Spreading the LOVE (#5) The sharing of loving kindness is something we can do every day, both before and after daily meditation. A brief period befor

In this chapter, we explore the practice of sharing loving kindness both before and after meditation. This technique softens the mind and enhances the meditation experience. By engaging in this practi

Wisdom A few years before I went to Germany, I had what I call my first life-changing experience through meditation and it blew me away! I was meditating almost daily at this time and on three separat

The narrator recounts their first life-changing experience with meditation, where they reached profound states that prompted them to halt their sessions early. With time, they embraced the unknown dep

Journey to Joy 230 than anyone or anything I had ever seen in my life. A deep feeling of calmness spread throughout my body, from the center of my body to the tips of my fingers. It was such a wonderf

This text discusses the experience of discovering the 'crystal body' within oneself, leading to a profound sense of calmness and happiness. The instructing monk explains that witnessing this inner bod

Journey to Joy 256 When my teaching monk finished his preparatory instructions, we sat in total silence. And as I sat, eyes closed, and still, although we were in a quiet and comfortable room, far fro

In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares their transformative experience with meditation, highlighting the struggle to quiet chaotic thoughts in a noisy environment. The narrative unfolds as they embrac

Many people, conditioned and driven by modern materialistic values, seek instant results, instant gratification, instant peace. What I discovered as I practiced the Dhammakaya method of meditation, da

Many people, driven by materialistic values, seek instant results, but through the Dhammakaya method, one can experience a gradual transformation. Meditation helps to change sorrow into happiness and

Start Meditation Today awareness maintain the vision of the shining sun, gently and comfortably. Only do this from this point onward, with a still mind, softly, gently, constantly and continuously. Do

Meditation is a practice of maintaining a calm mind while focusing on a singular vision, like a shining sun. As you meditate, it is crucial to observe your inner experiences without excitement or judg

Meditation in Everyday Life on days that you meditate well as well as days that you don't. Keep a diary and take notice of how your meditation experience improves. Use a meditation diary as your medit

Meditation can transform everyday life, enhancing our experiences both on good and challenging days. Keeping a meditation diary helps track progress and deepen practice. The act of sharing loving kind