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The Story of Kukkutamitta
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The Story of Kukkutamitta
5 The story of Kukkutamitta While residing at the Veluvana monastery, the Buddha uttered Verse with reference to the hunter Kukkutamitta and his family. At Rajagaha there was once a rich man's daugh
…ing the surprising connections between wealth and love in the context of spiritual fulfillment. The tale illustrates profound themes of devotion and the essence of family, highlighting the intersection of…
The Buddha's Encounter with the Hunter
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The Buddha's Encounter with the Hunter
One day, the Buddha surveyed the world early in the morning with his supernormal power and found that the hunter, his seven sons and their wives were due for attainment of Sotapatti Fruition. So, the
In this tale, the Buddha uses his supernormal powers to guide a hunter and his family towards enlightenment. Whe…
The Story of Venerable Tissa
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The Story of Venerable Tissa
6 The Story of Venerable Tissa While residing at the Jetavana Monastery the Buddha spoke this verse with reference to Venerable Tissa. The story goes that a certain youth of respectable family, who
…amily who, after receiving a coarse robe-cloth, worked with his sister to create a finer robe. This tale highlights themes of devotion, craftsmanship, and community support among monks, illustrating the i…
การช่วยเหลือผู้ประสบภัยในประเทศไทย
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การช่วยเหลือผู้ประสบภัยในประเทศไทย
ช่วยกันน้ำ GRILLE คนไทย CA tale แตงกวา ๓๐๐ กิโลกรัม และต้นหอม ๑๐๐ กิโลกรัม ความช่วยเหลือของพระเดชพระคุณ พระธรรมปิฎก เจ้าคณะจังหวัดส…
วัดพระธรรมกายได้มีบทบาทสำคัญในการช่วยเหลือผู้ประสบภัยในปัจจุบัน โดยได้จัดส่งอาหารกล่องวันละประมาณ 30,000 ชุด พร้อมถุงยังชีพไปยังพื้นที่ที่ได้รับความเดือดร้อนต่าง ๆ รวมทั้งจัดการกับโครงการก่อสร้างเพื่อ
The Eternal Bond of Love in Reincarnation
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The Eternal Bond of Love in Reincarnation
the puddle to let Dipankara Buddha and his disciples walk over to the other side, so they would not get wet. Dipankara Buddha prophesied that Sumedha would become the next Buddha, known as Gautama Bim
…nkara Buddha and his disciples, illustrating how their virtuous actions influence future lives. The tale of Sumedha and Princess Bimba highlights the depth of love that transcends lifetimes, showcasing ho…
Teaching Your Unborn Child
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Teaching Your Unborn Child
Chinese people understood this well. They even have a fable called "Teaching your Unborn Child" that has been retold continually since ancient times. During the Cheng Meng Season (a Chinese tradition
…htful owner. When two women claim ownership, they ultimately return the bag to the true owner. This tale emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity, showcasing the timeless wisdom of teaching valu…
The Dangers of Gambling and Family Impact
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The Dangers of Gambling and Family Impact
Part Three: Problems Within the Family If we work hard at making an honest living, then gambling is a terrible trap to be caught in. Bookies make their money simply because we do not know how to spend
…e and resources, ultimately harming our family relationships. The discussion serves as a cautionary tale about the hidden dangers of gambling and its far-reaching implications on family and personal ethic…
The Fable of Teaching Your Unborn Child
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The Fable of Teaching Your Unborn Child
Chinese people understood this well. They even have a fable called "Teaching your Unborn Child" that has been retold continually since ancient times. During the Cheng Meng Season (a Chinese tradition
…lly return the money to the true owner, showing the value of helping others fully and honestly. The tale reinforces the lessons imparted to the unborn child about not coveting what does not belong to them…
The Tale of the State-Elephant and the Royal Courtyard
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The Tale of the State-Elephant and the Royal Courtyard
"And now, goodbye," said he to the king as he ended this rebuke; and rising in the air, he passed to Benares and halted in mid-air over the royal courtyard. And there was a great stir in the city and
…uring fairness, and his reign flourishes under the Bodhisatta’s influence. The Master concludes the tale, revealing the identities of the key figures in this ancient narrative. For more insights, visit dm…
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
…ealize the king's treachery, they unite to punish him and elevate the Bodhisatta to the throne. The tale not only showcases the themes of justice and morality but also highlights the importance of recogni…
The Tale of Patala the Dancer
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The Tale of Patala the Dancer
Once upon a time, sire, a certain dancer named Patala lived not far from Benares, in a village on the river’s bank. One day he went into Benares with his wife and after gaining money by his singing an
…sperate for survival, she requests one song from him to earn her living. What follows is a poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and the struggle against fatal circumstances. This story illustrates the conseq…
The Simile of the Caravan
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The Simile of the Caravan
23. ' Well then, Prince, I will give you a simile ; for it is by way of a simile that some intelligent men discern the meaning of what has been said. Once upon a time, Prince, a great caravan of a tho
…ers a mysterious figure on the road, raising questions about the journey and conditions ahead. This tale encourages reflection on leadership, resource management, and the impact of decisions in a vast ent…
This Life Next Life: The Gambler's Tale
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This Life Next Life: The Gambler's Tale
This Life Next Life In anger thereat will I keep to it. In guile will I keep to it. In self-respect will I keep to it!! 27. 'Well then, Prince, I will give you a smile, for it is by way of a smile t
…irst gambler swallows every adverse die, while the second deceives him by using poisoned dice. This tale serves to symbolize the danger of ignorance and the consequences of deceitful actions. It echoes th…
The Journey of Value Exchange: Hemp Tales
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The Journey of Value Exchange: Hemp Tales
This Life Next Life 70 There they saw a heap of hemp thrown away. Then one said to the other : " Here's a heap of hemp : do you make some into a bundle, I'll do the same and we'll carry it away."
In this engaging tale, two individuals discover various discarded hemp products during their travels through village stre…
Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
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Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
…pect to Khun Yai. This is the biggest gathering of Buddhists in history. Like the story in a fairy tale: A tiny little farmer girl, completely illiterate, took a journey on a spiritual quest, found a Gr…
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 King and The Hermit
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The King and The Hermit
…ribly wrong, and even though the Queen consulted the King (as every Queen should, of course, in any tale of this sort) they could not come up with a solution to the problem. So the Queen asked the King to…
Once upon a time, a King and Queen lived in a castle, ruling wisely until a problem arose. The Queen urged the King to seek the guidance of a hermit on a neighboring mountain. After a long journey, th
The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
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The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
Then thought the mahout to himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumble over the precipice and meet his death.” S
…uld possess such a magnificent creature, highlighting the importance of valuing true greatness. The tale emphasizes the consequences of foolish leadership and the deep bond between the mahout and the elep…
Valähassa-Jataka
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Valähassa-Jataka
Valähassa-Jataka "They who will neglect," etc.—This story the Master told while staying in Jetavana, about a Brother who had become a backslider. When the Master asked him if it was really true that
The Master recounts a tale to a Brother who admits to backsliding due to temptation from a woman. He explains how women can le…
The King's Test of Skill
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The King's Test of Skill
Now one day the family priest said to the king, "My lord, because this youth does nothing by the power of his art, we do not know whether he has any skill or not: we will now test him." The king read
In this tale, a king and family priest seek to test a youth's abilities after treasure goes missing from the pal…
The Tale of the Robe and Its Consequences
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The Tale of the Robe and Its Consequences
"My robeclouth was a coarse one, eight cubits long, but this is a fine one, nine cubits long. this is not mine; it is yours. I don’t want it. Give me the same one I gave you." "Venerable, this cloth i
This tale narrates the story of a monk and his reluctance to accept a fine robe gifted by his sister. Despite…