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Father's Day and Massed Male Meditation Retreat This ordination programme held for the first time in 1998 was a wildly phenomenon. It was the first time that about 100,000 men astonished the world by

The first-ever ordination program initiated in 1998 culminated in a spectacular event from January 29-31, 1999, at Wat Phra Dhammakaya, Thailand. Approximately 100,000 men gathered to practice moral a

monks as an expression of their gratitude. This tradition is carried on even to this present day. The seeking of Alms is the way in which all monks acquire all of the things that they require to live

In Buddhism, seeking alms is an essential practice for monks, providing not only food but also clothing, medicine, and shelter. This tradition, exemplified by Lord Buddha, allows monks to connect with

4. Chanting and Meditating When the Buddha was alive, his disciples could listen to him preach and extol the virtues of the Dhamma everyday. However, after the Buddha passed away from this world, his

After the Buddha's passing, his disciples engaged in chanting and meditation to keep the teachings of Dhamma alive. Vatta involves chanting in homage to the Triple Gem: the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the

to the temple, they do so after making a wish and a resolution. Therefore, when a monk uses any of these items, he does so upon the good faith and respect of common people. If you show disregard for

This text discusses the shared responsibility between monks and laypeople in maintaining temple property. It highlights the importance of respect for items used in religious practice and how neglect c

Chapter 3 directly and indirectly so that students can understand and learn thoroughly. This requires trainers who have not only the first level of wisdom, which is from memorization, but also from t

บทนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของครูในฐานะที่เป็นแบบอย่างและการผสมผสานความรู้ทางวิชาการเข้ากับธรรม เพื่อช่วยให้นักเรียนเติบโตเป็นคนดี เนื้อหายังกล่าวถึงระดับความเข้าใจที่พระพุทธเจ้าสอนเกี่ยวกับชีวิต สี่ขั้นต

Spontaneous Arising Beings Exist, & 10) The Buddha and Arahants Exist One’s Kamma is accumulated in the human world and affects our birth circumstances in the next life. However, between lives we are

This text discusses the influence of kamma on rebirth and the significance of recognizing spontaneous beings in the celestial realm. It highlights the Buddha as the supreme enlightened figure and Arah

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

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

…pability of providing assistance. Additionally, the text conveys a strong message about humility in spiritual practice, urging even dignitaries to leave their titles at the temple door, as these earthly distinctions do…

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

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

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

… through Ananda, he reflects on the urgency of living mindfully and is encouraged to prioritize his spiritual practice. This realization leads him to invite the Buddha and monks for alms-food, emphasizing the importanc…

to during harsh times, and also in the final moments of his or her lives. Even after death, we can still rely on it. It is our constant refuge until we reach the ultimate goal. If we love ourselves, w

This text emphasizes the significance of self-care and self-love during challenging times, underscoring that we are ultimately responsible for our joy and sadness. It discusses how meditation can puri

How to Meditate? Luang Phaw: Are you picturing with ease or do you need special Monica effort? : No, I have to concentrate but I have been trying to do that before. I cannot concentrate on two things

In this conversation, Luang Phaw advises Monica on meditation techniques. He encourages her to focus on visualizing images in her mind, emphasizing the importance of feeling at home in her practice. M

How to Meditate? Monica Are you picturing your son at home or somewhere else? : Right now I have to concentrate more to visualize it really well. It's at home, yes. Luang Phaw: So, try picturing your

In this dialogue between Monica and Luang Phaw, Monica seeks guidance on meditation techniques. Luang Phaw encourages her to visualize her son clearly, noting that a strong mental image helps in pract

How to Meditate? Monica despite the pain and suffering, one can overcome fear totally. : But you know when you're really stressed and you have too much to do, like organizing the kids, and work and ev

Meditation can help overcome fear and stress despite life's challenges. Visualizing calming elements like the sun can aid focus. Many believe meditation is incompatible with daily life, but it can be

How to Meditate? Monica : Yes, I understand. But I have no pictures and I don't meditate. Luang Phaw: Not really, because when you pick up your son, you would have the picture of your son in your mind

In this conversation about meditation, Luang Phaw guides Monica on how to incorporate meditation into her daily life, suggesting that even routine activities can be meditative. He encourages her to pr

involvement with this distrustful person. Good people will not want to befriend dishonest people because they do not want to gain a bad reputation through association. So if a person in a family does

The text emphasizes that honesty and self-control are essential for a trustworthy family environment. Good people avoid associations with dishonesty. A family lacking truthfulness cultivates suspicion

Our grandparents advised that, for the mind to be as stable and solid as the earth, we must first realize that, in this world, we are subject to both gratification and disappointment; it is a matter o

This text delves into the wisdom imparted by grandparents and the Buddha regarding the Eight Worldly Conditions, which influence human emotions of gratification and disappointment. These conditions ca

The Buddha answered this question in one word: benevolence. That is to say mutual benevolence, the practice the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence (Sangahavatthu), promote happiness in living togethe

This text discusses the Buddha's concept of mutual benevolence as the foundation for happiness in relationships. It outlines the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence: Giving, Pleasant Speech, Mutual Be