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Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
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Only Spiritual Attainment Can Help Us
55. ONLY SPIRITUAL ATTAINMENT CAN HELP US In the entire universe, there is only one refuge from suffering for us, and that is meditative attainment. Hold on to it. Even if you see only a brief flash
In the universe, the only refuge from suffering is meditative attainment. This practice allows the mind to penetrate deep into Nibbana, achieving a state of bliss. However, worldly attachments can dra
Bahiya and Konḍañña: Paths to Enlightenment
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Bahiya and Konḍañña: Paths to Enlightenment
With those words alone, Bahiya was able to become an arahat. However, there are those, both in Thailand and abroad who look at examples such as that of Bahiya and come to the conclusion that you don't
This text delves into the spiritual journeys of Bahiya and Konḍañña, highlighting how Bahiya attained arahatship with minimal guidance, raising questions about the necessity of meditation for enlighte
Wisdom Across Religions: An Interview with Luang Por
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Wisdom Across Religions: An Interview with Luang Por
Interview They all have the same goal. By using the TV program we can learn much from the other religions and incorporate the wisdom into our daily lives. Luang Por Indeed, all the mainstream religion
In this enlightening interview, Luang Por discusses the commonalities among major religions and the importance of incorporating their wisdom into daily life. It marks Luang Por's first appearance on N
Raising Children: Cultivating Supreme Characteristics
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Raising Children: Cultivating Supreme Characteristics
Part Two: Raising Children wisdom and moral training from their parents (Group #4). Even though they may not be wealthy, these children have the ability to develop into successful, wealthy and moral a
In developing children into successful and moral adults, it is essential for parents to consider the qualities they want their children to possess. The text highlights three supreme characteristics: p
Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Our Only Real Belongings
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: Our Only Real Belongings
12 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 2.Our Only Real Belongings There are only two things that really belong to us. One is our mind and the other is the point inside us which is home to the mind. Mind consists o
This text delves into the concept that our only true belongings are our mind and its inner home, referred to as the 'seventh base'. It explains the functions of the mind and emphasizes the importance
Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
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Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
"for example, if we are certain of our integrity regarding our generosity, we can bless a person in this way: *With the truth of the alms I have offered to the monks all year long, may you have abunda
In this text, a senior monk shares insights on the importance of generosity and the practice of giving blessings. He emphasizes that those preparing for life's final chapter should cultivate good deed
88 Meditation Benefits
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88 Meditation Benefits
88 MEDITATION BENEFITS Mindfulness and comprehension – Meditation can help us develop a keen sense of perception and awareness. We will become more alert and mindful of everything around. Our body an
Meditation enhances mindfulness and comprehension, fostering perception and awareness. It aligns body and mind, leading to improved focus and memory, which results in better performance in academics a
The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
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The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
Suzanne Jeffrey why we are here and where do we go after death. So, we have some questions regarding His life: for example, why did he spend six years in self-mortification? Is the number six signifi
In this teaching, Luang Por discusses the significance of the Buddha's life and his journey towards enlightenment. Born into wealth and possessing unique qualities, the Buddha sought wisdom from an ea
The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
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The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
This belief encouraged those well versed in new ideas and knowledge, but lacking morals instilled by the Dhamma, to take advantage of others for selfish gain. These people sabotaged the economic and s
This text discusses how a lack of moral values rooted in Dhamma leads to selfish actions that hinder economic and social growth in Thailand. It emphasizes that worldly knowledge is insufficient withou
The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
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The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
the day we lie on our deathbed, facing the reality of our mortal impermanence, with all our fears returning to confront us once more. Knowledge or wisdom that reveals the truth has and will always pr
When we confront our mortality, knowledge reveals truth and offers a path to peace. Ignorance leads to fear, prompting the pursuit of wisdom to alleviate suffering. We seek answers to life's fundament
Understanding the Path to Nirvana: The Buddha's Teachings
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Understanding the Path to Nirvana: The Buddha's Teachings
the attainment of Nirvana. In the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta, further to the clarification of the profitable path of practice, the Buddha stipulates paths of practice that are unprofitable and might e
This text discusses the Buddha's elucidation of the paths to Nirvana as presented in the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta. It highlights the unprofitable practices, particularly the path of sensual indulgen
The Path to Enlightenment: Understanding Dhammakāya
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The Path to Enlightenment: Understanding Dhammakāya
the knowledge arising from cognition may be erroneous. The knowledge arising from 'knowing', by contrast, de- pends on the Dhammakāya — it is knowledge based on true wisdom such as the Four Noble Trut
This text discusses the distinction between knowledge gained through cognition and that which arises from true wisdom based on the Dhammakāya. It details the bodhisatva's rigorous meditation practice
Pearls of Inner Wisdom: The Brink of Success
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Pearls of Inner Wisdom: The Brink of Success
38 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 25. The Brink of Success Every time we sit cross-legged with our attention firm and our mind still at the centre of the body, although our mind may sometimes suffer sleepines
In 'Pearls of Inner Wisdom', the importance of maintaining a daily meditation practice is emphasized. Each moment spent in meditation brings us closer to enlightenment, despite challenges like sleepin
Stories of Virtue and Wisdom
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Stories of Virtue and Wisdom
Preface........................................................................................................2 1) The Story of Venerable Tissa........................................................
This collection of stories from Buddhist teachings reveals profound insights into the nature of virtue and wisdom. Each narrative illustrates a different principle, such as how evil actions can lead t
The Virtuous Realm of Celestial Beings
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The Virtuous Realm of Celestial Beings
They are pleased to practice the Dhamma because they have been staunch merit makers. There are Bodhisattas that are well-versed in the Dhamma. They take turn giving a sermon to the masses. Although ce
In this celestial realm, beings engage deeply in practicing Dhamma, led by King Sntusita, who values virtue and knowledge. Celestial beings attend discourses and sermons, sharing wisdom and warm embra
Collection of Buddhist Stories and Teachings
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Collection of Buddhist Stories and Teachings
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…m and the Eight Auspicious. Each tale offers insights into leading a mindful life and understanding spiritual wisdom in the face of mortality. For more insightful material, visit dmc.tv.
Dummedha-Jātaka: The Folly of Jealousy
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Dummedha-Jātaka: The Folly of Jealousy
Dummedha-Jātaka. "Exalted station breeds a fool great woe."—This story was told by the Master while at the Bamboo-grove, about Devadatta. For the Brethren had met together in the Hall of Truth, and w
The Dummedha-Jātaka recounts an episode from the life of the Buddha, where he reflects on the story of Devadatta. Jealous of the Buddha's wisdom and Perfections, Devadatta's madness led to his folly.
Congratulations Message from the Sangharaja of Bangladesh
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Congratulations Message from the Sangharaja of Bangladesh
Congratulations Message from the Sangharaja of Bangladesh As the Sangharaja of Bangladesh, Congratulations on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya. On the cheerful occasion of the success of t
The Sangharaja of Bangladesh extends heartfelt congratulations on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, a prominent Buddhist organization. He expresses wishes for its continued prosperity, harm
The Noble Middle Way in Buddhism
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The Noble Middle Way in Buddhism
sense of security, but in the end, he will surely take advantage of us and leave us decapitated in the jungle. It is for all of these reasons that the Lord Buddha taught that self-mortification is a n
The text discusses self-mortification as a non-Buddhist and dangerous practice, as taught by the Buddha. It emphasizes the importance of the Noble Middle Way, or the Eightfold Path, as the means to un
Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Eightfold Path and Threefold Path in Buddhism
[Right concentration, again, becomes the basis of right views, right aspirations, and other steps of the noble eightfold path, which is now experienced on a higher level, and this spiral-like progress
This text elaborates on the interrelationship between Right Concentration, Right Views, and Right Aspirations as pivotal elements of the Noble Eightfold Path leading to liberation. It discusses the sp