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Buddhist Perspective on Sexuality
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Buddhist Perspective on Sexuality
Buddhist View on Sex Monica Luang Por : What do Buddhist scriptures say about sexual life for the Buddhists? : Buddhism suggests that intercourse should be treated as a commitment rather than an enter
Buddhism advocates treating sexual intercourse as a commitment for procreation, distinguishing human relationships from animal instincts. Couples are viewed as spiritual guides for their children, emp
Buddhism and the Understanding of Life
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Buddhism and the Understanding of Life
This question has prompted me to study Buddhism seriously, which has given me an understanding of life: 1. Death is not the end. We still have to be reborn indefinitely, as long as we have not rid our
The text reflects on serious studies of Buddhism and how its teachings on rebirth, karma, and consequences of actions shape a more meaningful life. It emphasizes the importance of performing good deed
Understanding the Dhamma: A Guide for Monks and Novices
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Understanding the Dhamma: A Guide for Monks and Novices
Education Department of Wat Phra Dhammakaya to compile my lectures so that it may be useful in the training of monks and novices on their duties and responsibilities. The result of this is publication
This publication is designed to aid in the training of monks and novices, focusing on the importance of ordination and the spiritual preparation necessary for a life devoted to Dhamma. It serves as an
The Virtue of Clear-Minded Youths
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The Virtue of Clear-Minded Youths
…irmly established on the laws of righteousness. He speaks the truth. He looks after his worldly and spiritual responsibilities. The masses adore that kind of person.
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 Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
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The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
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
A Legendary Woman
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A Legendary Woman
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
Relinquish All Else: The Path to Dhamma
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Relinquish All Else: The Path to Dhamma
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,
What is Meditation?
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What is Meditation?
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
Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
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Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
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
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
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
The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
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
Daily Life of Buddhists and Meditation Practices
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Daily Life of Buddhists and Meditation Practices
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
Unbreakable Bonds: The Eternal Connection of Family
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Unbreakable Bonds: The Eternal Connection of Family
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
Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
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Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
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
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 176 the centre of my body and meditate. After that, I take a shower. Then I go upstairs to chant in the meditation room. I need to climb up 20 steps. Getting upstairs requires a lot of
This text narrates the author's struggle after a life-altering accident, detailing the physical challenges faced in climbing stairs to meditate. Despite broken bones and the pain involved, the author
Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
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Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
"Luang Phaw, I feel like my father takes unfair advantage of my mother. He doesn’t care about his children and only looks after himself. He is only concerned about his own wellbeing. During tough time
In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their family. Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding familial roles and the moral respons
The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
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The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
76. WHAT YOU DO, YOU GET Those of you who take residence at the temple have given up your worldly attachments for the opportunity to be here. Since you have already given up so much, you should make y
In temple residency, individuals sacrifice worldly attachments for spiritual growth. It’s imperative to embrace every chore and task as a responsibility. Ignoring duties undermines the merit gained, w
Family Life Principles
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Family Life Principles
Part One: Family Life 1. Giving (dana): Loving and living together requires sharing. Where there is no giving, the atmosphere feels very unpleasant. Sharing encompasses sharing of problems, too. When
This text discusses four fundamental principles for enhancing family life: 1. Giving (dana) emphasizes the importance of sharing, including sharing problems to foster support. 2. Polite speech (piyava
Building a Strong Marriage: Essential Factors for Success
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Building a Strong Marriage: Essential Factors for Success
clash with each other, or for them not to clash with their in- laws. No matter what, there is always a chance that this can happen. The major concern is that, if the couple didn't learn how to regulat
This text discusses the importance of emotional regulation in marriage and the need for couples to prepare before their union. It outlines four essential factors for a successful marriage, including s
Essential Factors for a Successful Marriage
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Essential Factors for a Successful Marriage
clash with each other, or for them not to clash with their in-laws. No matter what, there is always a chance that this can happen. The major concern is that, if the couple didn’t learn how to regulat
This text explores the importance of emotional regulation in marriages, emphasizing training before marriage to manage disagreements effectively. Couples prepared with self-reliance, the ability to ch