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Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
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Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
Merit Sphere A merit sphere is a perfectly round and flawless sphere that is utterly bright and clear. It is as clear as, or even clearer than, a polished diamond. It is as bright as, or brighter tha
The merit sphere is a flawless, bright sphere representing all success and happiness. It is the source of positivity, driving individuals from ordinary virtues to enlightenment. Merit sustains one's j
Exploring Buddhist Concepts and Monastic Life
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Exploring Buddhist Concepts and Monastic Life
residence of Buddhist monks; monastic residence (vedana) feelings or sensations; is one of pleasant, unpleasant, neutral envy; hostile action (in meditation) finding the right point of balance; right
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจแนวคิดที่สำคัญในพุทธศาสนา เช่น ความรู้สึกหรือเวทนา ความโชคร้ายในสังสารวัฏ และการใช้ชีวิตในที่อยู่อาศัยของพระสงฆ์ นอกจากนี้ยังมีการพูดถึงหลักศีลธรรมและคุณธรรมที่สนับสนุนการปฏิบัติที่ดีโด
Reflection (Paccavēkkhaṇa)
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Reflection (Paccavēkkhaṇa)
Reflection (Paccavēkkhaṇa) Being reflective means being attentive to details. Such a quality is important for all of those who wish to progress in both the physical and spiritual world. If a person g
Reflection is a vital quality for success in physical and spiritual realms. One must be fully engaged in life to thrive. Lord Buddha emphasized the importance of the four basic needs: food, shelter, c
Meeting Chronicles and Meditation Insights
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Meeting Chronicles and Meditation Insights
Preface . . . . . . . . . 1 Meeting #1, 12 July 2008 . . 3 Meeting #2, 22 August 2008 . 11 Meeting #3, 15 February 2009 . 23 Meeting #4, 29 February 2009 . 27 Meeting #5, 05 March 2009 . . 35 Meeting
This content details a series of meetings held from July 2008 to March 2010, offering insights into meditation practices and spiritual discussions. It includes a unique Dhammakaya meditation technique
Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
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Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
Meeting #2 22 August 2008 - Ashram After our last meeting with Luang Por, Jon has requested another one. Why he did this, I do not know. What do you ask a man who seems to know everything? Thinking t
This entry describes a poignant meeting at the Ashram with Luang Por, a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. The narrator contemplates their own secrets and the profound connection felt with the mo
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
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The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
Suzanne Jeffrey Him with everything to meet His needs, but this was simply not enough for him to answer his true human need. And what were those needs? Well, one day, while He was still a Prince, He
In this text, the journey of an individual exploring the teachings of Buddhism and their relationship with Christian beliefs is shared. Through the lens of the Buddha's discovery of suffering and the
Exploring Connection and Spirituality
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Exploring Connection and Spirituality
Suzanne Jeffrey ally does know me better than I know myself because he meditates 24/7. He sees people as they really are but chooses to focus on their finest characteristics - all unbeknownst to them
The text discusses the author's deep connection with a mentor who embodies confidence and wisdom through meditation. Despite not being born a Buddhist, the author feels a sense of familiarity. They sh
Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
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Transforming Habits: The Importance of Early Development
Suzanne Jeffrey anything is wrong in the womb with the five elements, then our health will be affected. All of our habits are affected by this early process and continue to affect us throughout our l
The text highlights the essential nature of developing good habits from a young age to influence overall health and wellbeing. It discusses how the mother's habits during pregnancy can affect the chil
The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
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The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
And what is our biggest crisis? Birth. When the umbilical cord is cut, we become independent, and we have to find the four elements for ourselves. When we first start out in life, we are not only the
The text discusses the inherent challenges and crises faced at birth, emphasizing the transition to independence and the need to find essential elements for survival. It highlights the debt of gratitu
การศึกษาเกี่ยวกับมหานาครและกรรมในพระพุทธศาสนา
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การศึกษาเกี่ยวกับมหานาครและกรรมในพระพุทธศาสนา
"ละเอียด" transcendental; subtle; spiritual, viz., spiritual body) ลักษณะมหานาครบครบทั้ง 32 ประการ 32 attributes of the Great Man สิทธิ์ doctrine ลานธรรม มหาธรรมกายเจติย์ ลำดับ 1 ครุธรรม กรรมห
บทความนี้เสนอการศึกษาเกี่ยวกับลักษณะของมหานาครที่มีทั้ง 32 ประการ และเจาะลึกถึงหลักการกรรมว่า กรรมสามารถจำแนกสัตว์ให้แตกต่างกันได้ โดยนำเสนอการจำแนกกรรมหนักและกรรมเล็ก ๆ น้อยในบริบทของการศึกษาในพระพุท
Pindapata: The Art of Alms Gathering
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Pindapata: The Art of Alms Gathering
Alms Gathering (Pindapata) Pindapata is a Pali word literally meaning the receiving of rice in an alms bowl. Monks are forbidden to cook or prepare their own meals. Monks must wait for food to be off
Pindapata, derived from Pali, refers to the practice of monks receiving rice in their alms bowls. Monks are prohibited from cooking, relying instead on the offerings from others. This tradition unders
The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
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The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
Suzanne Jeffrey fish would come to the road and Luang Pu would feed the fish and give them a blessing. That created good boon for the fish, the family, and Luang Por. When he grew up, then, the Dhamm
This text discusses how early Dhamma teachings and the support of family can influence a child's mindfulness and ethical behavior. It reflects on the challenges of modern society where distractions li
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
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The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
Networking with a Dharma Politizer We worship money as God and morality is lost. When we do this, we begin to associate with ‘bad’ people, or people who lead us away from the very thing that would he
In examining the decline of empires, we find a key factor in the worship of money, leading to a loss of morality. This disintegration results in laziness and dependency on society. Understanding the R
The Role of Teachers in Life Skills and Ethics
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The Role of Teachers in Life Skills and Ethics
"Teachers are the equivalent of the knowledge of life. And excellent teachers are so rare because they teach not just academics but life skills, ethics, values. The real hope of tomorrow is threefold:
This text emphasizes the importance of teachers who educate not only in academics but also in life skills, ethics, and values. It highlights the collaboration of spiritual leaders, parents, and teache
The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
The Dhammakaya Foundation itself was established on 20 February 1970. Buildings were kept to a minimum and emphasized finesse, easy maintenance, cleanliness and durability. The foundation stone for th
The Dhammakaya Foundation was established on 20 February 1970 with a focus on minimalistic yet durable structures for spiritual practice. H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn provided the foundation
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
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WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE O n its present 800 acres site, WDC will comprise the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall (the largest spiritual assembly hall in the world), the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara,
The World Dhammakaya Centre spans 800 acres and includes the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall, the largest spiritual hall globally, and the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara, dedicated to the revered med
Dhammadayada Training and Mass Ordination
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Dhammadayada Training and Mass Ordination
Dhammadayada Training and Mass Ordination The Dhammadayada Training Programme was the prototype training course to round off undergraduate students' (age 20-35) academic knowledge with spiritual and
The Dhammadayada Training Programme serves as a prototype for combining academic knowledge with spiritual and ethical practices for undergraduate students aged 20-35. This initiative cultivates respec
การทำความเข้าใจเกี่ยวกับกายมนุษย์และกิเลส
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การทำความเข้าใจเกี่ยวกับกายมนุษย์และกิเลส
กายมนุษย์ละเอียดยิ transcendental human body; spiritual human body กายละเอียด transcendental body; spiritual body; subtle กายหยาบ physical body (avoid using ‘coarse’ or ‘crude body’) การขอขมาแก่ผู้
บทความนี้จะพูดถึงความเข้าใจเกี่ยวกับกายมนุษย์ที่ประกอบด้วยกายละเอียดและกายหยาบ รวมถึงแนวทางในการทำลายกิเลสและการสร้างบุญกุศล การทำกรรมเกิดจาก 3 ทาง ได้แก่ ทางกาย ทางวาจา และทางใจ นอกจากนี้ยังมีการแนะน
How Monks Free Themselves from Worldly Desire
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How Monks Free Themselves from Worldly Desire
How do Monks Free themselves from Worldly Desire? The answer to the above question is: Once ordained as a monk, you must fulfill all required and recommended duties based on tenets clearly specified
Once ordained, monks must engage in specific duties as prescribed by Lord Buddha to free themselves from worldly desires. These duties, categorized into 'Kiccavatta' (mandatory) and 'Vatta' (recommend
The Resilient Journey of Dabbamallaputta and Rathapala
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The Resilient Journey of Dabbamallaputta and Rathapala
Dabbamallaputta escaped death twice. First when his mother suddenly passed away; under normal circumstances this would have meant death for the unborn child. However, he did not die. Second, when he e
Dabbamallaputta's life began with extraordinary survival, escaping death at birth and rising in the monastic community of Wat Jetavana due to his immense knowledge. Similarly, Rathapala, of noble birt