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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
Suzanne Jeffrey But the four basic needs are the first four that I mentioned: food, shelter, clothing, and medicine. Who, then, provides us with these needs? Usually, our parents or guardians are the
The text discusses basic human needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and medicine, emphasizing the role parents or guardians play in fulfilling these needs. It explains the consequences of receiving
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
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Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
gratitude; there is life after death; heavens and hells exist, and enlightenment is attainable. Dharma *Dharma* (Pali, Dhamma) has many meanings: the Truth, the way of the Nature, the right way of l
Dharma, meaning Truth and the way of Nature, is central to Buddhism. Buddhists are guided by three main practices: doing good, avoiding evil, and purifying the mind through meditation. They adhere to
Taking Refuge in Buddhism
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Taking Refuge in Buddhism
Three Refuges" Ever since then, Taking Refuge has remained the standard by which all novices are ordained, even to this day. The process of ordaining novices according to "Taking Refuge" entails the
The text outlines the traditional process of ordaining novices in Buddhism, emphasizing the Taking Refuge ceremony. This involves shaving the head, wearing saffron robes, and seeking blessings from a
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th
Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice
Embracing Change Through Buddhism
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Embracing Change Through Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey "We cannot change our past, but we can change today and our future. Therefore, resolutions are very important. So we must resolve to be born with a pure mind to parents with pure mind
This text emphasizes the significance of making resolutions for personal growth and spiritual development. It highlights the belief that while we cannot alter our past, we hold the power to change our
Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
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Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey meditation, eating, the funniest exercise program in the entire world and, oh yeah, lining up to do activities which takes us about 45 minutes every time we do it. I have come here to
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses her meditation journey at Dhammakaya Cetiya, emphasizing the importance of patience, which she struggles with. Luang Por Dhammajayo's teachings highlight the need for Right L
Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
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Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
Meeting #17 18 March 2010 – Panawat Approximately two hundred teachers have gathered at Panawat from around Thailand, for several days of talks with Luang Por about being role models for their studen
Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master discovered the Law of Kamma. He was not the creator of the Law, but the re-discoverer of the Law of Kamma. All beings who do evil or wrong things will discover the L
In this enlightening session, the Dhammakaya Master discusses the Law of Kamma as a re-discovery, guiding individuals to see their actions' consequences through meditation. The Buddha's enlightenment
Ethical and Moral Development in Education
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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
Metaphors with a Dharma Master at home and what they are bringing into the classroom. And, how many bad habits can we actually fix? The teachers tend to blame the parents and the parents blame the te
This text discusses the critical role of ethical and moral development in education. It highlights the blame game between parents and teachers when children exhibit bad behavior, asserting that these
Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
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Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
Nirvana Nirvana (Pali, Nibbanna) is the state of ultimate happiness -- the happy condition of enlightenment -- the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of everyday life;
Nirvana, or Nibbanna, represents the ultimate state of happiness in Buddhism, transcending the sense-based joys of daily life. Attaining Nirvana marks the end of the rebirth cycle, granting liberation
Ordination Traditions during the Time of the Buddha
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Ordination Traditions during the Time of the Buddha
There are numerous stories of those who had enough faith to push them to be ordained since the time of the Buddha. In each and every story, there are many lessons that can be learned, one common theme
This text discusses the ordination traditions during Buddha's time, emphasizing the importance of faith and perseverance for liberation from suffering. It recounts the story of Buddha's own ordination
Suzanne Jeffrey: Teacher and Writer
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Suzanne Jeffrey: Teacher and Writer
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
University Buddhist Club Initiatives
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University Buddhist Club Initiatives
University Buddhist Club Realizing the need for students to have sufficient moral knowledge to match their academic knowledge, the Dhammakaya Foundation has encouraged students to organize their own
The University Buddhist Club, endorsed by the Dhammakaya Foundation, aims to enhance students' moral understanding alongside their academic pursuits. The Foundation supports the International Buddhist
Ladies Dhammayada Training
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Ladies Dhammayada Training
Ladies Dhammayada Training Since 1986, the Dhammayada Training has extended to female school children and university students. The courses are of 1-2 month duration during the university summer vacat
The Ladies Dhammayada Training has been empowering female school and university students since 1986. Offered during summer vacations, the 1-2 month courses focus on discipline, ethics, meditation, and
Humanitarian Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Humanitarian Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
HUMANITARIAN ACTIVITIES Relief for Natural Disasters In many countries of the world, political unrest or natural disasters have caused such chaos that the very fabric of society has been torn apart.
The Dhammakaya Foundation actively contributes to humanitarian efforts, especially during natural disasters and political unrest. Focused on alleviating suffering, the foundation provides essential do
Earth Day Activities by Dhammakaya Foundation
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Earth Day Activities by Dhammakaya Foundation
Earth Day Activities Each year the Dhammakaya Foundation and its centres sponsor and organize a number of Earth Day activities for people from all walks of life. These activities include tree plantin
Each year, the Dhammakaya Foundation organizes Earth Day activities like tree planting and training in forest conservation, waste management, and cleanliness. Emphasizing moral and ethical education,
Kathina Day Celebration in Buddhism
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Kathina Day Celebration in Buddhism
Kathina Day Kathina Day marks the end of Buddhist lent. It is the only festival in the Buddhist calendar when monks can be offered new triple robes. It is thus the most popular time for supporters to
Kathina Day is a significant celebration in Buddhism that marks the end of Buddhist lent. This unique festival is the only day in the Buddhist calendar when monks can receive new triple robes from the
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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
Letting Go of Material Worries
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Letting Go of Material Worries
“I wanted to leave these worries and suffering behind, which are…” 1. Worrying about choosing the clothes that would go with my look and my hairstyle. 2. Worrying about deciding what accessories to w
The text discusses the many worries related to clothing, accessories, and personal grooming. It emphasizes how these concerns can hinder true happiness and how shifting focus to meditation can lead to
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