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… end. Whenever you are home, you must sweep the street. If you are not home, then it is a different story. But try to sweep at least once a week. If you keep doing this, your neighbors will come to know yo…

The text discusses the importance of parents' behavior towards their neighbors, emphasizing Buddha's Four Bases of Social Solidarity: Generosity, Kind Speech, Useful Conduct, and Even Treatment. It hi

At that time, my father was seventy years old. I wanted him to chant, meditate and purify his mind, and I hoped that he would accrue as many merits as he could during the latter part of his life, so t

… supportive family dynamics. For anyone seeking to aid a loved one's recovery from alcoholism, this story serves as a reminder that innovative solutions and steadfast effort are crucial in fostering change…

… in his Dhamma, and some eventually attained enlightenment themselves. The moral of the Lord Buddha story is that, in order for children to be successful in helping their fathers quit drinking, they themse…

The text recounts how the Lord Buddha, after his enlightenment, did not immediately return to his father but chose to build his reputation first. He performed miraculous acts which helped his family s

1. The mentor should have an unambiguous biography. There must be proof of his life history; it can not be vague and unreliable. 2. He must be extremely intelligent, exceptionally virtuous, e…

This text examines the criteria for an exemplary mentor, using the Lord Buddha as a prime example. It highlights the importance of a well-documented biography, exceptional knowledge, and the ability t

that one can do whenever one wants to. Ordination requires merits accumulated from one's past life, as well as meeting all the qualifications set out in the discipline section of the Tripitaka. Unfort

…ion to ordain after college, aiming to bring merit to his family and educate himself in Dhamma. The story touches on unpredictability of life and deepens the understanding of unselfish love from family. On…

…ll be less powerful. He pointed out examples recorded during the Lord Buddha's time, especially the story of Venerable Angulimala (Ahimsaka) vividly described in the Buddhist Canon. The respected senior mo…

บทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของความซื่อสัตย์ในการให้คำอวยพร โดยยกตัวอย่างเรื่องราวของพระอังคุลิมาลที่เคยเป็นฆาตกร แต่หลังจากที่ได้ฟังคำสอนจากพระพุทธเจ้า เขาได้เปลี่ยนแปลงตัวเองและประสบการณ์ในการให้คำอวย

Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica Luang Por 24 : Good, thank you. What do the monks think about family life? And do you consider family life to be a distraction from your faith? : Family life is restri

…ritual attainment, while monkhood is viewed as the most effective way to achieve enlightenment. The story of Prince Siddharta illustrates how even a life of comfort and joy may not lead to true satisfactio…

…can be defined differently from religion to religion, so it is necessary to give examples. Like the story of the Norwegian navy men, who were reborn as earth sprites because they don't have enough merit to…

The text discusses the concept of death and rebirth, emphasizing that individuals who harmed animals in their past lives may face rebirth as animals themselves. It suggests that good and bad deeds def

… did not say we have to believe, He told us to go find out for ourselves just as He did. There is a story of two people discussing hell: The first person argued, "I don't believe in hell". The second perso…

This text discusses the Buddhist understanding of heaven and hell, emphasizing the role of boonya and baap in determining one's afterlife. It explains that heaven is achieved through purifying one's a

Love and Family My name is Richard Braun. I am German and I have been married to a woman for 13 years. In the past, those who visited us could sense the heat in our home despite the very cold weather

This text shares the story of Richard Braun, a German man married for 13 years, who describes the temperamental dynamics of hi…

Journey to Joy 60 60 the world, I had an opportunity to study Dhamma further. At the centre in Tokyo, there was a need to translate Dhamma into Japanese. A member of the staff at the Tokyo centre, who

In this narrative, the author recounts their journey in understanding Dhamma while in Tokyo. The story highlights the challenges of meditation, from physical discomfort to the slow-learning process. Wit…

Journey to Joy 98 86 I am a son in a Chinese family. My family owned a trading company. My family was never interested in Buddhism or meditation. We never went to any temple, never hung an amulet and

…in Buddhism or meditation, he initially believed in the supremacy of engineering and intellect. The story captures his experiences, including celebrating graduation with friends and reflecting on his upbri…

… which he suggested. After reading them for a while, I started to wonder. I was shocked to read the story of infinite universes in the Tripitaka. How could it be? How could monks have known about this scie…

The text reflects on the surprising knowledge contained in the Tripitaka regarding infinite universes, discovered long before modern science by Edwin Hubble. It raises questions about how ancient monk

Journey to Joy 126 I am Margitta Dietermann and I am 48 years old. I was born in Germany and I left my country with my own young family when I was 26 years old. For more than 22 years now, I'm living

…nal growth, she began to navigate her insecurities and move towards a more successful practice. Her story highlights the importance of believing in oneself and the potential for joy on the journey to self-…

Journey to Joy 154 My name is Pat Goski. I am a 52 year-old American working as a registered nurse. I was raised in the Catholic tradition, converted to a more fundamental type of Christianity and hav

…xplores my emotional journey towards healing and finding joy again amidst the heartache. More of my story can be found at dmc.tv.

Hope and Willpower In 1988, I lost my beloved daughter, Yve, in an accident. She died at a public hospital in Sydney, Australia. She was disabled and would go to the hospital for short periodic treatm

…initial visit to a psychiatrist offered temporary relief but did not sustain her mental peace. This story emphasizes the raw emotional turmoil of losing a child and the ongoing struggle for hope and willpo…

Journey to Joy 166 Ms. Khamnoi Saengjai (Thailand) ""When I met with the accident, I lost both my legs and my husband. At that moment, I felt like I had lost everything. It was difficult to accept, bu

…a resilient mindset, demonstrating that even in the face of adversity, joy can be rediscovered. Her story serves as a testament to the healing power of meditation and the human spirit. For more insights, v…

Hope and Willpower I felt great sorrow when my husband, the main provider of the family, died from a bus accident in the beginning of 2001. I felt that I had lost everything and cried so much that I d

…onfusion, and the fear of an uncertain future, all while trying to care for her young children. The story highlights the importance of hope and willpower in overcoming life's most challenging obstacles, sh…

Journey to Joy 170 I was a legless single mother of two young children at that point of time in my life. I had to take care of my children on top of the challenges I faced when taking care of myself.

…ion shines through as she navigates the hardships and showcases the power of community support. The story highlights the strength and courage needed to find joy amidst adversity and the relentless pursuit …

Journey to Joy 178 because of the inspiring DMC programme that I watch daily and also because I have attained the inner Dhammakaya. Sometimes I would be a kalyanamitta or virtuous fellow to others who

… of the DMC programme and the inner peace achieved through Dhammakaya meditation. It highlights the story of a customer contemplating suicide due to personal struggles. Through discussions about the value …