หน้าหนังสือทั้งหมด

Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
72
Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
Nirvana Nirvana (Pali, Nibbanna) is the state of ultimate happiness -- the happy condition of enlightenment -- the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of everyday life;
Nirvana, or Nibbanna, represents the ultimate state of happiness in Buddhism, transcending the sense-based joys of daily life. Attaining Nirvana marks the end of the rebirth cycle, granting liberation
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
73
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
gratitude; there is life after death; heavens and hells exist, and enlightenment is attainable. Dharma *Dharma* (Pali, Dhamma) has many meanings: the Truth, the way of the Nature, the right way of l
Dharma, meaning Truth and the way of Nature, is central to Buddhism. Buddhists are guided by three main practices: doing good, avoiding evil, and purifying the mind through meditation. They adhere to
Understanding Karma and Retribution for Stealing and Sexual Misconduct
89
Understanding Karma and Retribution for Stealing and Sexual Misconduct
The amount of effort put into the stealing -- The more effort put into the stealing, the more serious the retribution. According to the Law of Karma, all actions produce consequences, good or bad. Pu
การลงโทษจะต้องตรงกับอาชญากรรม อาชญากรรมการขโมยทำให้เกิดความทุกข์ให้ผู้อื่น ซึ่งการทำผิดที่ทำให้ผู้อื่นเดือดร้อนมากจะมีโทษที่รุนแรงกว่า อย่างเช่น ถ้าขโมยทำให้ผู้ถูกขโมยทุกข์ยากมาก จะถูกลงโทษหนัก เช่น อ
Benefits of Keeping the Fourth Precept and Risks of Breaking the Fifth Precept
91
Benefits of Keeping the Fourth Precept and Risks of Breaking the Fifth Precept
Benefits of Keeping the Fourth Precept - You will have a radiant complexion - You will be well-spoken, and have nice teeth - You will have healthy body - You will have pleasant breath - You will have
Keeping the Fourth Precept offers numerous benefits including a radiant complexion, credibility in speech, and overall physical health. Conversely, breaking the Fifth Precept by consuming alcohol and
Stories of Virtue and Wisdom
4
Stories of Virtue and Wisdom
Preface........................................................................................................2 1) The Story of Venerable Tissa........................................................
This collection of stories from Buddhist teachings reveals profound insights into the nature of virtue and wisdom. Each narrative illustrates a different principle, such as how evil actions can lead t
The Story of Venerable Tissa
6
The Story of Venerable Tissa
6 The Story of Venerable Tissa While residing at the Jetavana Monastery the Buddha spoke this verse with reference to Venerable Tissa. The story goes that a certain youth of respectable family, who
While staying at Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha recounted the story of Venerable Tissa, a monk from a respectable family who, after receiving a coarse robe-cloth, worked with his sister to create a fi
The Rebirth of Tambadathika: A Lesson in Dhamma
28
The Rebirth of Tambadathika: A Lesson in Dhamma
28 OCTOBER Kasiha Readam After the discourse, Tambadathika accompanied Venerable Sariputta for some distance and then returned home. On his way home a cow (actually a demon in the guise of a cow) g
After the death of Tambadathika, who was gored by a demon disguised as a cow, the Buddha reveals his rebirth in the Tusita deva world. Despite a life of evil deeds, Tambadathika attained *anūṇa maha*
The Urgency of Mindfulness and the Impending Death
34
The Urgency of Mindfulness and the Impending Death
He is thinking that he would stay here and sell his goods the whole year. He is not aware that he would die here in seven days’ time. What should be done should be done today. Who would know that one
In this narrative, a merchant named Mahadhana is confronted with the reality of his impending death within seven days. Prompted by the Buddha through Ananda, he reflects on the urgency of living mindf
The Fear of Death and Eternal Wisdom
36
The Fear of Death and Eternal Wisdom
36 Buddha Meema the Buddha expounded a discourse in appreciation (anumodana). At the end of the discourse, Mahadhana the merchant attained sŏtapatti fruition. He followed the Buddha for some distance
In a significant discourse, the Buddha speaks on appreciation and the reality of death through the story of Mahadhana, a merchant who reached sotapatti fruition but faced the harsh truth of mortality
A Conversation with the Supremely Enlightened One
58
A Conversation with the Supremely Enlightened One
58 The multitude were offended and said, "Look, this daughter of a weaver talks as she pleases with the Supremely Enlightened One. When he asked her, 'From where do you come?' she should have answer
In this passage, a weaver's daughter engages in a profound conversation with the Supremely Enlightened One. The crowd is initially offended by her casual manner. When questioned about her origins, she
The Tale of the Maiden and Her Father
64
The Tale of the Maiden and Her Father
Then the maiden took her shuttle-basket and went to her father. He was asleep even as he sat at the loom. Not observing that he was asleep, she presented the shuttle-basket. As she did so, the basket
This narrative recounts the tragic tale of a maiden who inadvertently causes her own death while visiting her father, a weaver. The father, engulfed in grief, seeks the comfort of the Teacher, who hel
Exploring the Tusita Realm: A Celestial Paradise
82
Exploring the Tusita Realm: A Celestial Paradise
The Tusita Realm is the fourth celestial realm of the Sense Sphere belonging to the States of Happiness. Every aspect of this celestial realm such as physical appearance, position, sovereignty, sound,
The Tusita Realm is the fourth celestial realm of the Sense Sphere, characterized by its superior qualities compared to the earlier realms. It is notable for being the residence of both confirmed and
The Structure of the Tusita Realm
86
The Structure of the Tusita Realm
Looking up from the Yama Realm, one can see a soothing brightness emanating from the realm. Looking down from the Tusita Realm, one can see the Yama Realm. Looking up from the Tusita Realm, one can al
In the Tusita Realm, one can observe various celestial domains and an immense structure centered around the castle of King Santusita. This realm consists of multiple circular domains, with the first b
The Significance of the Tusita Realm
104
The Significance of the Tusita Realm
The Reasons the Tusita Realm is the Center of Knowers As mentioned earlier, the Tusita Realm is extraordinary compared to other celestial realms. What makes it extraordinary is the fact that it is the
The Tusita Realm stands out among celestial realms as the abode of verified Bodhisattas destined to achieve enlightenment as Buddhas in the future. It also houses celestial beings gathering merit to b
การเปลี่ยนแปลงชีวิตผ่านการบวช
41
การเปลี่ยนแปลงชีวิตผ่านการบวช
(Thai text) จนกระทั่งมาถึงวันนี้ อบทมารู้สึกว่า โอกาสในการแก้ตัวมาถึงแล้ว ที่จะทำตัวใหม่ให้ทุกคนได้มีใจ พอ อบทมาจับงูรึสึกเหมือนตัวเองได้ เกิดใหม่บนโลกใบใหม่ และก็รู้สึกดีเหลือเกินกับการเกิดใหม่แบบนี้
เนื้อหาเล่าถึงประสบการณ์ของการบวชที่ทำให้ผู้เขียนพบความสงบและความสุขในชีวิต แสดงให้เห็นถึงการเปลี่ยนแปลงทางจิตใจและการมองโลกในแง่ดี ซึ่งต่างจากชีวิตในอดีตที่เต็มไปด้วยความวุ่นวาย พบความสุขที่ไม่มีอะไร
Memorial Gathering with Prayerful Expressions
34
Memorial Gathering with Prayerful Expressions
The image contains multiple people seated in a gathering, likely a memorial or religious event. There are halos or glass holders with water in front of each person. Some individuals are seen with thei
The image depicts a gathering of multiple people, likely attending a memorial or religious event. Each individual has a glass holder filled with water in front of them, and many are seen with their ey
การสำรวจใจในพระธรรม
72
การสำรวจใจในพระธรรม
Here is the extracted text from the image: ญี่ปุ่น มรรคธรรม เรื่อง : พระมงคลเทพมุนี (สด จนฺทสโร) หลวงปู่ขาว อนาลโย ภาณิ GOP สำรวศจีล สำรวจใจต้องอยู่ศูนย์กลางกายของทำเป็นนายมนุษย์ นั่นแหละที่ตั้งขอ
เรื่องที่นำเสนอเกี่ยวกับการสำรวจใจในมรรคธรรม โดยมีพระมงคลเทพมุนี (สด จนฺทสโร) เป็นแนวทางในการเข้าใจศูนย์กลางกาย ซึ่งเปรียบเหมือนดาวส่องสว่างกลางชีวิตมนุษย์ โดยเน้นการทำใจให้หยุดอยู่ที่ดวงธรรมในร่างกาย
The Story of Five Hundred Boys
26
The Story of Five Hundred Boys
24 Clear-minded Youths - 3 The Story of Five Hundred Boys Now the Buddhas cherish no sentiments of ill-will or hatred towards any man; therefore the Buddha spoke thus. And having thus spoken, he went
In this story, youths demonstrate their admiration for Venerable Maha Kassapa by offering him cakes instead of the Buddha and other monks. Their actions lead to discussions about favoritism in giving
The Virtue of Clear-Minded Youths
28
The Virtue of Clear-Minded Youths
26 Clear-minded Youths — 3 The Story of Five Hundred Boys The Buddha, hearing their words, said, "Monks, a monk like my son Maha Kassapa is dear to deities and men alike; such a man they delight to
In this discourse, the Buddha praises a monk, Maha Kassapa, for his virtue and insight, noting that he is respected by deities and men. The Buddha emphasizes that a person endowed with discipline, est
The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son
38
The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son
36 Clear-minded Youths - 4 The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son When questioned, the boy answered that his parents came to feed him in the night and that he went to sleep contentedly and without fear aft
In this narrative, a king learns about a boy who feels safe and content due to his mindfulness of the Buddha. The king is curious whether this mindfulness alone provides protection against evil. He co