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3. SAVE YOURSELF FIRST We are like a small, helpless baby bird vulnerable to dangers. Save yourself from danger before thinking and worrying about saving others. After I left home, I never looked back

This text emphasizes the necessity of prioritizing oneself before assisting others, likening individuals to vulnerable creatures that must first ensure their own safety. It recounts personal experienc

16. BORN ALONE, DIE ALONE We were born alone and we will die alone. There is no need to worry about others if we can't even save ourselves. If we can't save ourselves, and don't have a firm grip on o

Life is fleeting and solitary; focus on saving oneself before aiding others. With the knowledge of Buddhism, one must act promptly to reap its benefits or risk a wasted life. Achieving Perfections and

25. PRICELESS TREASURE At this moment I’m still healthy; let me tell you what is on my mind. Remember my words. I’m giving you an invaluable treasure. Please take good care of the treasure that I’m

เนื้อหาเน้นถึงความสำคัญของการดูแลสุขภาพจิตและการสร้างบุญเพื่ออนาคต เชิญชวนให้ทุกคนไปวัดเพื่อสะสมบุญก่อนที่จะสายเกินไป และการเก็บรักษาเจตนาบริสุทธิ์ของตนเอง ก่อนการก่อสร้างวัดที่มอบให้แก่ชุมชน โดยถือว่

52. MEDITATIVE POWER When it comes to meditation, I have practiced thoroughly and became so proficient that I can comprehend everything, knowing what and where everything is. When it comes time to m

This text discusses the practice of meditation, highlighting the author's proficiency in achieving a deep understanding and focus during sessions. The author emphasizes the importance of separating me

60. I CHERISH MEDITATION During the time I attended Luang Por's super advanced meditation workshop at Paknam, I never left the temple and was there for the entire duration. Some people went home to se

In this collection of reflections, the author shares profound insights gained from attending a meditation workshop and personal challenges faced in building a temple. The narrative emphasizes the impo

စัทธ Sambhā achievement of faith สัณฐานหรือรูปทรงของมโนติ shape of mental object สัตว์ทั้งหลายมีกรรมเป็นของตน all beings have kamma of their own สันสกฤต Sanskrit, another ancient language used in I

This text provides important insights into various Buddhist concepts including the achievement of faith (စัทธ Sambhā), the nature of mental objects, the principle that all beings possess their own kar

85. PURIFIED MIND As I converse with various people, I keep my mind always in its purified state, always centered in merit and in Dhamma. No greed, anger, or nonsense are allowed to defile me. In the

The text discusses the significance of maintaining a purified mind focused on merit and Dhamma. It emphasizes the importance of compassion in understanding others' suffering while acknowledging that e

103. WISHES COME THROUGH I made the following resolution while leaving a robe-offering ceremony to monks on the occasion of the Magha Puja Day® in which I was the ceremonial leader. Bring your mind to

The text reflects on the practice of making merit during the Magha Puja Day, emphasizing the importance of intention in offerings. It conveys that merit can be shared and received by others, and the o

109. BUILD UP MERIT A layperson expressed the desire to go on a meditation retreat, but was concerned about her grown son being left alone. When a man and a woman are in love, the world becomes a colo

In this text, the author emphasizes the significance of merit and demerit as the only true possessions we carry beyond this life. The discussion opens with a layperson's dilemma about meditation retre

115. BEAUTY THAT IS NOT In all my years, I have yet to see a truly beautiful woman. For all their efforts to beautify themselves from head to toe, to my eyes I see no beauty in them at all. What I see

In reflections from November 5, 1979, the author expresses a profound disillusionment with conventional beauty, seeing it as harmful and reflective of deeper vanity. The constant resolutions to avoid

118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin

Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona

133. THOSE WHO FOLLOW ME I always make this resolution: May those who follow me be ones endowed with purity in body, speech and mind, not ones who seek recognition and fame; may they be ones who seek

This text emphasizes the significance of personal resolutions for those who follow a path of purity in body, speech, and mind. It expresses a desire to live in environments that foster a sense of free

146. TRIUMPH THROUGH MERIT On the outside it may appear that I have surrendered to my foes. But on the inside my conviction remains as strong and unwavering as ever. Instead of using words, I fight wi

In this contemplative piece, the author shares insights on the contrast between outward appearances and inner convictions. Despite seeming defeated externally, the author asserts that true victory com

ประเด็น to present (something to a monk) with the hand ประทับยืน clock-wise circumambulation; to ประเพณี tradition ประมาณ, ประมาณ recklessness; reckless; negligence; heedlessness ประสบการณ์ภาย

เนื้อหานี้ได้รวบรวมคำศัพท์และความหมายเกี่ยวกับพระพุทธศาสนา เช่น ปรินิพพานซึ่งหมายถึงการบรรลุธรรมขั้นสูงสุดของพระพุทธเจ้า การปล่อยให้วาง การปรับความสมดุลในชีวิต และความสำคัญของปัญญาซึ่งเป็นกุญแจในการมอ

156. WILLING TO ACCEPT HARDSHIP I pursue Perfections with the goal to attain Nibbana after I have vanquished all Mara. As long as Mara still remains I will not allow myself to enter Nibbana. My mind i

The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl

159. LOVE OF CLEANLINESS My love of cleanliness has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. I have fought for a long time to keep cleanliness wherever I go. Cleanliness has become a symbol of

This text emphasizes the enduring value of cleanliness, which contributes to faith, confidence, and respect within a spiritual community. It highlights how maintaining cleanliness and organization can

164. POSSESSIONS WELL PROTECTED Wherever I go, I respect my own property as well as the property of others. Treat other's property as if they are your own. In this way, your properties in future lifet

บทความนี้เน้นถึงความสำคัญของการเคารพทรัพย์สินทั้งของตนเองและผู้อื่น รวมถึงการใช้ทรัพยากรอย่างมีประสิทธิภาพ โดยไม่ใช้จ่ายฟุ่มเฟือยและเคารพค่าของเงิน การใช้จ่ายอย่างระมัดระวังจะช่วยให้เรามีความมั่นคงทาง

170. A PLACE OF MERIT When I came to live at the Buddhahead Center, I set my mind to this one goal: to make this place clean and pure, a imperious place of virtue where people come to practice medita

This text narrates the author's dedication to creating the Buddhahead Center as a place of purity and virtue for meditation practice. Despite facing severe illness due to relentless efforts, the autho

กัลป์, กัลป์, กัลป์ an eon; world-age กัลยาณมิตร (kanlayanamitta) virtuous friend; good friend (in a moral sense); helpful friend; supportive ก่อนอุปถัมภ

ในเนื้อหานี้เราจะพูดถึงคำศัพท์ทางธรรมะที่เกี่ยวข้องกับ 'กาม' ซึ่งหมายถึงความปรารถนาในโลกของสัมผัส รวมถึงคำศัพท์ที่อธิบายความรู้สึกและประสบการณ์ที่เกี่ยวพันกับความสุขและความทุกข์ในชีวิต นอกจากนี้ยังมีค

death chronicle position awake with awareness awake in the sea of merit fire contemplation; fire as meditation device shrine; altar; group of tables containing images of Buddha triple robe; the three

This text delves into crucial Buddhist principles including the Tipitaka, which is a comprehensive scripture forming the foundation of Buddhist teachings. It encompasses three baskets: Vinaya Pitaka,