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"Reverend sir, you yourself know that I was going to the weaver’s workshop with my shuttle-basket in hand. So when you asked me, ‘Where are you going?’ I knew very well that your meaning was, ‘When

In this dialogue, the Teacher questions a woman about her understanding of rebirth and death. She expresses her awareness of her mortality but acknowledges her ignorance regarding the specifics of her

A respected senior monk gave an explanation regarding this matter. He said, “A blessing’s sacredness” is dependent upon “how honest the blessing-giver is towards his virtues.” If a blessing-giver is

In this narrative, a senior monk explains that the strength of a blessing is tied to the giver's honesty about their virtues. He illustrates this through the story of Venerable Angulimala, a reformed

Make sure there are no signs of tension anywhere and that you're closing your eyes the right way. Create a feeling of ease, happiness and purity. Feel that you're entering upon a perfect state of calm

This text encourages a deep sense of calm by detaching from worldly concerns and realizing the temporary nature of existence. It highlights the importance of the Seventh Base of the Mind, an integral

Wisdom without words but with feelings. This was a strange but absolutely unforgettable experience. I stayed as long as I could in this place but I had to go back because I was not sure if I had died.

This text shares a unique and transformative experience of feeling at home in a mystical place, reflecting on the profound impact of meditation and the emotions tied to a significant event titled 'The

One day, he came upon a book titled Dhammakaya written in the format of a sermon by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam, who said: “Reading books alone is not enough to gain the perfect knowledge of Dhamma.

Chaiyaboon's quest for true understanding of Dhamma led him to the teachings of Khun Yai Chand at Wat Paknam. Through her guidance, he realized the reality of heaven and hell, the importance of medita

66. POWER THROUGH MERIT Whatever we set out to accomplish in life, we must examine our personal condition as well as the condition of our merit—the “spiritual capital” that we have built. We should at

In life, it is essential to assess both our personal condition and the merit we have accumulated. Striving for greatness should be rooted in good actions rather than desires driven by greed, anger, or

Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica Luang Por although he had abundant wealth, dignity, power, and servants. Finally, he renounced the world and sought to ordain since he realized that a family life does

This text discusses the differences between monastic and secular life through the eyes of a Buddhist perspective. It highlights how a renunciation of material wealth and societal status opens the path

Of course, people closely followed the news about the Temple. After two years, the outcome was the reverse. Unbelievably, the Temple has survived to this day. Many said that in the same period of time

In recent years, the Dhammakaya Temple has faced severe media scrutiny yet continues to attract thousands to its ceremonies, indicating a strong community support unlike the fate of many abandoned tem

Powerless - being jealous in others' success; having ill will High social standing - being respectful to the virtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; la

This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in co

The second one is the "Golden Palace" which is located below the heart and spleen, and the last field is the "Mud Pill Court" or the Palace of Ni-wan which is located about three inches within the hea

The text discusses the Golden Palace and the Mud Pill Court in relation to Daoist meditation. It highlights the visualization techniques associated with the cinnabar field, emphasizing its significanc

When I first met Luang Por1, it was in the summer of 2008. I had come to visit my son, Luang Pi2 Joshua, during his first year as an ordained monk living at Wat Phra Dhammakaya in Bangkok, Thailand. I

In the summer of 2008, I met Luang Por Dattajeevo at Wat Phra Dhammakaya while visiting my son. Initially intimidating, my interactions with this wise monk transformed my understanding of Dhamma. As t

Suzanne Jeffrey is a teacher, writer, and lecturer for Dhammakaya Meditation. Having taught and counseled in international schools for the past twenty-five years, she now lives in New York. She contin

Suzanne Jeffrey is a dedicated teacher and writer who has spent twenty-five years teaching and counseling in international schools. Now residing in New York, she continues her spiritual journey by tra

Contributors Supporting Contributors Ven. Boonchoo Ariyadhammo Ven. Channarong Wanichchachanyo Ven. Chatmongkol Chattalabho Ven. Junkeaw Chandhadhammo Ven. Phadungwit Kuttawitcho Ven. Prompinit Kowith

This document provides a detailed list of supporting contributors involved in various Buddhist activities. The contributors include various Venerable monks, each contributing their skills and knowledg

Part Three: Problems Within the Family towards their happiness, spoiling our children neglects their important emotional and spiritual growth. Spoiled children usually end up more unhappy in the long-

Part three discusses the critical issues faced within families when children are spoiled, leading to unhappiness and self-destructive behaviors. It emphasizes the role of parents as teachers in guidin

PERSEVERANCE, FORTITUDE, AND DEVOTION 136. Endure 137. Improve 138. Having a strong will 139. The speed of the captain is the speed of the crew 140. Born to fight 141. Fight t

This text emphasizes the importance of perseverance, fortitude, and devotion as essential traits for overcoming challenges and achieving greatness. It discusses key principles such as humility, cleanl

THE POWER OF THE MIND VXVIII The Ultimate Courage Our willpower will be recharged automatically as an internal force that enhances courage. We will stay calm and view obstacles as a challenge. Only th

The text discusses how our willpower can be an internal force to enhance courage, enabling us to view challenges as opportunities. Meditation is highlighted as a crucial practice that fosters uncompro

นาก (naga) 1. mystical serpent; 2. candidate for ordination นำบุญกลับไปฝากคนที่บ้าน bring your gift of merit to share with the people at home นิยาย sect; school (of Buddhism) นิครนธ์ (nigantth

เนื้อหานี้นำเสนอคำศัพท์และแนวคิดที่สำคัญในพุทธศาสนา รวมถึง 'นาก' ซึ่งหมายถึงงูศักดิ์สิทธิ์ และ 'นิพพาน' ซึ่งเป็นสถานะของการตรัสรู้ที่สมบูรณ์แบบที่พระพุทธเจ้าและพระอรหันต์จะเข้าถึงได้ การนิพพานถือเป็นค

Dedication May every family that reads this book, have happiness, success, and the resolve to always perform good deeds. We dedicate the merits accrued through every written word in this book, to ou

This dedication expresses heartfelt wishes for happiness and success for families reading the book. It honors the memory of ancestors Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi and all family members who have passed

72 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 56.Unfaltering For the moment, most of us have no idea how much merits we have. But when we attain the Dhammakaya, we will know it for ourselves. Therefore from this moment o

The text discusses the importance of pursuing perfection and inner wisdom, inspired by Khun Yay Ajahn's journey. It emphasizes overcoming negative emotions and viewing the body as a temporary vessel t

The Voice of Abstaining 7. Velama Sutta “If one were to develop even just one whiff of a heart of good will, that would be more fruitful than... if one with a confident mind were to undertake the tra

This text discusses the teachings of the Velama Sutta, emphasizing that developing even a small amount of good will is more fruitful than significant material offerings and merits. It illustrates how