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Exploring Wealth and Virtue in Ancient Texts
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Exploring Wealth and Virtue in Ancient Texts
Preface....................................................................................................2 1) Great-wealth the Treasurer’s Son..................................................8
This collection delves into various narratives that highlight the contrasts between wealth and virtue, illustrating the life lessons learned from characters such as Great-wealth, Uggasena, and Kukkuta
The Story of Mattakundali
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The Story of Mattakundali
46 Clear-minded Youths - 5 The Story of Mattakundali On that morning, the Buddha arising early from his deep meditation of compassion saw, in his Net of Knowledge, Mattakundali lying on the verandah.
In this narrative, the Buddha notices Mattakundali, a weak youth, during his morning alms round. Despite his frail condition, Mattakundali expresses faith in the Buddha mentally. Upon passing, he is r
The Story of the Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers
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The Story of the Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers
56 Clear-minded Youths - 6 The Story of the Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers The Buddha then told the boy to tell the non-Buddhist boys to come and have water at the monastery. The parents of th
This passage discusses an encounter where the Buddha encourages non-Buddhist youths to embrace his teachings. Their parents, initially distressed by their disloyalty, are persuaded to send the boys to
Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
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Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
This Life Next Life Payasi Sutta (Rebirth and Karma) Thus have I heard. 1. The venerable Kumara Kassapa¹ was once walking on tour in Kosala together with a great company of bhikkhus, to the number o
The Payasi Sutta recounts the teachings of venerable Kumara Kassapa during his time in Setavya. It narrates the challenges faced by Payasi, a chieftain in this city, as he grapples with misconceptions
Understanding Compatibility in Marriage
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Understanding Compatibility in Marriage
sight, but now they 'fight at first sight'. They quarrel everyday, bringing out the worst in each other. Type 2 - Mr Angel marrying Ms Ogress The husband is a 'prince charming', but the wife is an 'ug
This text discusses different types of marital relationships and how behaviors impact happiness. It categorizes couples into four types: fighting pairs, unmatchable types, abusive dynamics, and harmon
The Power of Inner Love in Marriage
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The Power of Inner Love in Marriage
CERVICE Testimony 1 Mrs Anchalee Nathanson, USA "His teachings, above all, instill in us the intellect to cultivate inner, rather than extrinsic, love. The fully fledged inner love shall safeguard the
Mrs. Anchalee Nathanson shares her journey of marriage and love influenced by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's teachings. She emphasizes that true happiness stems from nurturing inner love, which fosters spiri
What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
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What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
Chapter 16 What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along? Here is a true story for parents who have not yet begun creating harmony in their families. There was once a family with three d
This chapter discusses the challenges faced by families when siblings do not get along. The story of three daughters highlights the emotional pain experienced by the oldest sibling as her sisters rema
What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
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What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
Chapter 16 What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along? Here is a true story for parents who have not yet begun creating harmony in their families. There was once a family with three
In this chapter, a true story illustrates the struggles of a family with three daughters, where two sisters have not spoken for over two years due to conflicts. The pain of living in a divided family
The Buddha's Path to Enlightenment and Influence
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The Buddha's Path to Enlightenment and Influence
Even the Lord Buddha, once enlightened, did not immediately return to Kapilavattthu City to give a Dhamma talk to his father. He realized that if he had done that, his father would not have listened.
After attaining enlightenment, Lord Buddha chose not to return immediately to Kapilavattthu to teach his father. Instead, he focused on sharing his wisdom with the people of Magadha to build his reput
The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
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The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
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
The Bodhisatta and the Traders
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The Bodhisatta and the Traders
The traders heard his saying, and cried--"We are going home, master!" joining their hands, and raising them respectfully to their foreheads. "Then climb up on my back," said the Bodhisatta. Thereat s
In this story, the Bodhisatta aids a group of traders, who respectfully climb onto his back to be safely transported home. Those who obey his guidance escape the fate of their companions who were left
The Dancer Patala and the Wisdom of Kings
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The Dancer Patala and the Wisdom of Kings
O Patala, by Ganges swept away, Famous in dance and, skilled in roundelay, Patala, all hail! as thou art borne along, Sing me, I pray, some little snatch of song. - Then the dancer Patala said, "My d
The text narrates the story of Patala, a talented dancer, who laments that the very waters that save people also bring about his demise. The Bodhisatta uses this to highlight the double-edged nature o
The Importance of Collective Care in Temples
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The Importance of Collective Care in Temples
to the temple, they do so after making a wish and a resolution. Therefore, when a monk uses any of these items, he does so upon the good faith and respect of common people. If you show disregard for
This text discusses the shared responsibility between monks and laypeople in maintaining temple property. It highlights the importance of respect for items used in religious practice and how neglect c
The Encounter at the Sinsapa Tree Grove
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The Encounter at the Sinsapa Tree Grove
' Why are the people of Setavya going forth like this towards the Sivsapa – tree Grove ? ' Then the doorkeeper told him the news. And he said : - ' Then, good doorkeeper, go to the brahmins and househ
In the story, Payasi, the chieftain of Setavya, is informed about a gathering at the Sinsapa tree grove where the Wanderer Master Kassapa is present. While some householders and brahmins approach with
Early Influences and Studies in Buddhism
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Early Influences and Studies in Buddhism
Bumbacher, Stephan Peter. 2007. "Early Buddhism in China: Daoist Reactions." In A. Heirman and S. P. Bumbacher, eds., *The spread of Buddhism*, pp. 203-246. Leiden: Brill. Chandawimala, Rangama. 2013.
This compilation examines significant scholarly works on early Buddhism, including Stephan Bumbacher's study of Daoist reactions to Buddhism in China, and Rangama Chandawimala's analysis of the Abhaya
Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
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Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
on Saturday, April 22, 2000, Khun Yai was 91 years old when the great Cetiya was completed. She lived to see that big day. The Great Dhammakaya Cetiya is indeed a gift to mankind. The compounds surrou
On April 22, 2000, Khun Yai, at 91, witnessed the completion of the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya, becoming a central hub for over one million Buddhists globally. After her passing on September 10, 2000, an
The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
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The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
ments with a Phammo Master him, and begged him to come back. "I cannot come into your castle with these clothes on," said the hermit. "The people turned me away at the gate because they saw my old cl
In this entertaining story, a hermit is initially turned away from a feast due to his old clothes. After receiving new attire, he humorously chooses to feed his clothes instead, illustrating the lesso
The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
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The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
Dababamalla Story of Dababamalla When Dababamalla was in his mother’s womb, nearing his time of birth, his mother suddenly died. Many people were under the impression that he also, must have perishe
The story of Dababamalla begins with his mother's tragic death during childbirth. Despite the belief that he did not survive, Dababamalla emerged miraculously from her womb just as the flames of her f
The Downfall of a Wicked King
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The Downfall of a Wicked King
When they heard what he said, people thought, 'The king, though he ought to have protected others, threw the blame on another. After he had with his own hands placed his treasure in the tank, he went
This narrative depicts the consequences faced by a corrupt king who, instead of taking responsibility for his actions, shifts the blame onto others. After the people realize the king's treachery, they
The Importance of Cleanliness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Cleanliness in Buddhism
they also love cleanliness. There is a story about a monk who would often meditate in the woods. He would often use the base of trees for relieving himself. One night, as the monk sat there meditating
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