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Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
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Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
…ulimala, a killer who aimed to destroy Him, His solution was to make him surrender by combining His supernatural powers and a graceful sermon appropriate to the situation, in order to make Angulimala wholeheartedly bel…
…pread loving kindness to expand hearts and foster forgiveness. With Angulimala, the Buddha combined supernatural powers and wise teachings to convert a killer into a believer, showcasing the power of compassion. Additi…
The Escape from Goblins
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The Escape from Goblins
…as a flying horse, white all over, and beaked like a crow, with hair like muñja grass, possessed of supernatural power, able to fly through the air. From Himalaya he flew through the air until he came to Ceylon. There …
…eving they need not fear. At that moment, the Bodhisatta, reborn as a magnificent flying horse with supernatural powers, arrives to aid. He calls out from the skies, offering a way home to those willing to escape. This…
Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
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Saddhā: The Criterion of Being the Tathāgata's Son
Saddhā: Criterion of being the Tathāgata's Son The first point to be looked at is the criterion of being the Buddha’s ‘true son’ which is, in this passage, defined by means of his irremovable confiden
This text discusses the criterion of being the Tathāgata's son, emphasizing the irremovable confidence (saddhā) in the Buddha. It defines this confidence as settled and unchangeable despite external i
The Lord Buddha: A Model of Wisdom
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The Lord Buddha: A Model of Wisdom
…anda. Nandopānanda possessed the Wrong View and was violently poisonous. Thus, Ven. Moggallana used supernatural powers to defeat the stubborn serpent. 8) When the Lord Buddha encountered a being that possessed Wrong V…
…n facing challenges like debate and Wrong Views. Ven. Moggallana, representing the Buddha, utilized supernatural powers against Nandopānanda, a serpent symbolizing Wrong View. The Buddha tailored his wisdom to persuade…
Wisdom of the Lord Buddha in Facing Challenges
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Wisdom of the Lord Buddha in Facing Challenges
…anda. Nandopānanda possessed the Wrong View and was violently poisonous. Thus, Ven. Moggallana used supernatural powers to defeat the stubborn serpent. 8) When the Lord Buddha encountered a being that possessed Wrong …
…tilizing His understanding to confront experts and overcome obstacles. Ven. Moggallana demonstrated supernatural powers to subdue Nandopānanda, a being with Wrong View, while the Buddha engaged a Brahma at his level to…
Realities of the New Middle East
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Realities of the New Middle East
REALTIES OF THE NEW MIDDLE EAST 13 always been the possibility that Syria could be coaxed and pressured into adopting more pragmatic policies. Revived U.S. efforts to relaunch the Israeli-Palestinian
The text discusses the political realities of Lebanon following Syria's withdrawal and the influence of Hizbollah and other political factions. Despite Syrian troop withdrawal, control issues persist,
The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
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The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
Luang Por: "Humans are categorized into two groups: either believing that the Unknown Factor exists, or believing that it does not exist. There are, of course, atheists, who say that the possibility e
Luang Por categorizes humans into two groups based on belief in the Unknown Factor, discussing atheists inclusively in those who believe. He elaborates on those who perceive this factor as necessary f
Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
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Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey concentrate on the inside, or inside our center, it is impossible for kilesa to exist. Whenever you are angry, your mind goes outside. It is easy to get hooked, easy to be angry. The
In this insightful discussion on meditation, Luang Por explains how the mind often drifts outside our center, leading to anger and distraction from self-awareness. By focusing inward and engaging in g
Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
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Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
But it is impossible to turn back the clock to more propitious circumstances. The biggest tension—between integrating Hamas and denying the movement its proclaimed goal of destroying Israel—can only b
The text discusses the challenges of integrating Hamas while managing its actions against Israel. It stresses the importance of regional pressures and U.S. support for a unified Palestinian government
U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
policy in Iraq and of the Palestinian–Israeli peace process. The United States needs to recognize that terrorism is not the result of blind hatred of Western civilization, as the Bush administration i
This text argues that U.S. policies in the Middle East must shift to address underlying political issues to effectively curb terrorism and ensure oil flow. It outlines critical tasks for U.S. engageme
The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
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The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
represented by the March 8 forces led by Hizbollah and the Syrian regime, seen as proxies for Iran and its policy of regional domination. The Syria–Lebanon cluster, in this view, is at the center of t
This content discusses the influence of Syria and Iran on Lebanon's political environment, particularly the roles of the March 8 forces led by Hizbollah, and the March 14 coalition resisting Syrian co
The Complex Dynamics of Sunni Politics in Iraq
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The Complex Dynamics of Sunni Politics in Iraq
nizations with local roots. They understand the importance and advantages of a decentralized system. They appear to have very little respect for the central government or even for Sunni politicians in
This text examines the intricate dynamics of Sunni political groups in Iraq amid changing power structures. Local organizations show a preference for decentralized systems, often in conflict with each
A Changed Region: The Transformation of the Middle East Post 9/11
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A Changed Region: The Transformation of the Middle East Post 9/11
A Changed Region After September 11, 2001, the Bush administration launched an ambitious policy to forge a new Middle East, with intervention in Iraq as the driver of the transformation. "The establi
This analysis reflects on the changes in the Middle East following the events of September 11, 2001, highlighting the ambitious policies of the Bush administration aimed at establishing democracy and
Meditation for World Peace and Happiness
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Meditation for World Peace and Happiness
that wishes all beings free of suffering and able to attain greater happiness. Wish that all beings will discover the greatest thing: to attain the utmost happiness that arises from meditation and tha
This text emphasizes the profound benefits of meditation, encouraging practitioners to wish for the happiness and freedom from suffering of all beings. It advocates for a boundless mindset filled with
Giving Courage to Others
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Giving Courage to Others
166 THE TRUE REFUGE VIIXVII Giving Courage to Others Before we can encourage other people, we should be able to encourage ourselves first. The only way to empower the mind is to cling to the source of
Before we can encourage other people, we should be able to encourage ourselves first. The only way to empower the mind is to cling to the source of the absolute power of the Triple Gem. If our minds c
The Lord Buddha's Approaches to Conflict Resolution
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The Lord Buddha's Approaches to Conflict Resolution
…ulimāla, a killer who aimed to destroy Him, His solution was to make him surrender by combining His supernatural powers and a graceful sermon appropriate to the situation, in order to make Angulimāla wholeheartedly bel…
The Lord Buddha illustrated conflict resolution through examples. He demonstrated that loving kindness can transform anger and fear into understanding. When faced with aggression, his calm presence an
Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
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Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
Chand’s father was a good family man but he was addicted to alcohol. He was gentle when sober, but unpleasant when drunk. One day, he became so drunk that he fell asleep under the house while the fami
Chand's life was deeply affected by her father's curse of deafness, as he was an alcoholic whose words held power. In Thai culture, forgiveness is vital, and after her father's death, she feared she w
นิรวาณและแนวคิดในพุทธศาสนา
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นิรวาณและแนวคิดในพุทธศาสนา
… อาสัณฑกรรรมใกล้สายตา ‘Death-threshold Kamma’, state of mind at the time of death. อิจฉา envy อิทธิ supernatural power อิทธิบาท 4 (Iddhipada 4) Four Foundations of Success, consisting of: 1. Inspiration (chanda) – to b…
บทความนี้สำรวจแนวคิดสำคัญในพุทธศาสนา รวมถึงนิรวาณ ซึ่งเป็นเป้าหมายสูงสุดในการเข้าถึงการหลุดพ้นจากความทุกข์ อธิบายการกำเนิดของอารยันและการย้ายถิ่นไปยังอินเดีย พร้อมทั้งอธิบายวันอาสาฮิปูนชะ ที่พระพุทธเจ
The Bodhisatta's Departure
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The Bodhisatta's Departure
After the lapse of two or three days, when his mother had gone to the forest, he put his father on his shoulder and rushing on with the swiftness of the wind, by the hint given him by his mother, he r
In this story, the Bodhisatta, prompted by his mother, carries his father across a river, venturing beyond her sphere. The mother desperately pleads for their return, expressing her sorrow and offerin
Mahāyāna Buddhism: Reasons for Diversity in the Buddha’s Teachings (4)
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Mahāyāna Buddhism: Reasons for Diversity in the Buddha’s Teachings (4)
…coming Buddhas. The *Prājñāparāmita Sūtras*, in addition, have been well known as mantras that have supernatural power and ward off suffers and free from all evil. **Keywords:** Buddhism, Mahāyāna, *Prājñāparāmita Sūt…
บทความนี้สำรวจถึงการเปลี่ยนแปลงแนวคิดการบรรลุธรรมในพระพุทธศาสนามหายานซึ่งขึ้นอยู่กับพระธรรมคำสอนใน *ปรัชญาปารมิตา* โดยเน้นการสะสมบุญในชีวิตประจำวันแทนการเป็นนักบวช การศึกษาความหมายของสุญตาจะช่วยให้ผู้