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Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
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Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
Meeting #10 04 February 2010 I am here today with a friend and volunteer to the Wat, Jane Welfar. She has been helping various programs here for the past three years, and literally gave up her li
This meeting revolves around a farewell to a dedicated volunteer, Jane Welfar, who has devoted three years to assisting at the Wat. The discussion focuses on Luang Por's insights into the nature of ex
The Treasure's Son: Lessons from Dhammapada
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The Treasure's Son: Lessons from Dhammapada
Preface The 5 stories of the treasure’s son from 302 stories of Dhammapada in Tripitaka. Layman 3 stories such as Great-wealth the Treasurer’s Son, The Story of Uggaena the Treasurer’s Son, Kala-Ana
This preface introduces five stories of the Treasure's Son from the Dhammapada, illustrating the complexities of wealth and inheritance in the time of the Buddha. It highlights the challenges of getti
The Pursuit of True Happiness
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The Pursuit of True Happiness
the desire of young people who seek happiness in companionship; once they find their match they are happy, but then later on comes the suffering. Suffering in the form of concern, worry, jealousy, pri
The text discusses how young people often seek happiness in companionship, experiencing initial joy that can later transform into suffering due to jealousy, pride, and disappointment. This can lead to
The Eightfold Path in Meditation
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The Eightfold Path in Meditation
"Through meditation, we learn that we need to follow the eightfold path in order to meditate more profoundly and to continually improve. Every part of this path supports the other. For example, Right
Through meditation, following the Eightfold Path is essential for deeper practice and improvement. Each aspect of the path reinforces the others, aiding in cultivating better meditation. Adherence to
Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
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Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
"First, we must try to go to them indirectly. Do you see? We will only be here for seven days so we must be patient. We should always train ourselves to speak kindly and by doing this, we will gain bi
This text emphasizes the significance of patience and kindness according to Buddha's teachings during a week of meditation while following the eight precepts. It highlights the importance of good mann
Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
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Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
Meeting #17 18 March 2010 – Panawat Approximately two hundred teachers have gathered at Panawat from around Thailand, for several days of talks with Luang Por about being role models for their studen
Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa
Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
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Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
Here is the extracted text from the image: --- **Nurturing with a Dharma & Artikel** have more money and to be more beautiful. Meditation clarifies our mind because we can see it the way it should
บทความนี้พูดถึงความสำคัญของการทำสมาธิและการประพฤติปฏิบัติธรรมในชีวิตประจำวัน โดยชี้ให้เห็นว่า การทำสมาธิช่วยให้จิตใจชัดเจนและทำให้มีปัญญามากขึ้น นอกจากนี้ยังเน้นถึงการทำความดีและการบริจาคเพื่อสร้างควา
Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
Suzanne Jeffrey "The students you are teaching now will be the politicians when you retire. If you do not teach them properly, then who is to blame? We are!! We are to blame because we are probably n
The content emphasizes the responsibility of educators to guide students, as they will shape the future. It discusses various perceptions of the Unknown Factor, including Nibbana, God, and Supreme Kno
The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
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The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
Suzanne Jeffrey fish would come to the road and Luang Pu would feed the fish and give them a blessing. That created good boon for the fish, the family, and Luang Por. When he grew up, then, the Dhamm
This text discusses how early Dhamma teachings and the support of family can influence a child's mindfulness and ethical behavior. It reflects on the challenges of modern society where distractions li
The Rebirth of Tambadathika: A Lesson in Dhamma
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The Rebirth of Tambadathika: A Lesson in Dhamma
28 OCTOBER Kasiha Readam After the discourse, Tambadathika accompanied Venerable Sariputta for some distance and then returned home. On his way home a cow (actually a demon in the guise of a cow) g
After the death of Tambadathika, who was gored by a demon disguised as a cow, the Buddha reveals his rebirth in the Tusita deva world. Despite a life of evil deeds, Tambadathika attained *anūṇa maha*
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 Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
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The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
Networking with a Dharma Politizer We worship money as God and morality is lost. When we do this, we begin to associate with ‘bad’ people, or people who lead us away from the very thing that would he
In examining the decline of empires, we find a key factor in the worship of money, leading to a loss of morality. This disintegration results in laziness and dependency on society. Understanding the R
Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
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Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
Glossary Arahant – Someone who has attained enlightenment (or no longer has defilement). This person is free from greed, delusion, ignorance and such things as that. Baap – The bad stuff that’s floa
This glossary provides definitions of essential terms in the context of enlightenment and mindfulness practices. It discusses concepts such as Arahant, individuals who have achieved enlightenment free
Suzanne Jeffrey: Teacher and Writer
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Suzanne Jeffrey: Teacher and Writer
Suzanne Jeffrey is a teacher, writer, and lecturer for Dhammakaya Meditation. Having taught and counseled in international schools for the past twenty-five years, she now lives in New York. She contin
Suzanne Jeffrey is a dedicated teacher and writer who has spent twenty-five years teaching and counseling in international schools. Now residing in New York, she continues her spiritual journey by tra
Concerns of Senior Citizens and the Monastic Community
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Concerns of Senior Citizens and the Monastic Community
Senior Citizens Never fear from the concerns of the more senior citizens in society is courage in the face if coming of death. Many old people are uncomfortable with the approach of death and for some
Many senior citizens grapple with the fear of death and the possibility of neglect from loved ones. Some choose to distract themselves with material comforts or focus on their grandchildren rather tha
A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
B RIEF HISTORY 1 In the midst of the daily rush and bustle demanded by modern metropolitan life has grown up a unique cultural centre to encourage and awaken people to the transformation that can be
Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst cultural turbulence, it emphasizes spiritual over material values, aiming for world
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
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WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE O n its present 800 acres site, WDC will comprise the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall (the largest spiritual assembly hall in the world), the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara,
The World Dhammakaya Centre spans 800 acres and includes the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall, the largest spiritual hall globally, and the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara, dedicated to the revered med
Understanding Craving in Buddhism
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Understanding Craving in Buddhism
12 I have permitted you to take the robe and divide it among you." The Buddha continued, "Craving is, indeed, a grievous matter among living beings here in the world. Even as rust which springs from
The Buddha emphasizes that craving is a significant source of suffering in the world. Just as rust deteriorates iron, craving corrodes the essence of living beings, leading to negative consequences su
Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
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Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
T HE FUTURE There is still a long way to in the promotion of social harmony and everlasting peace in the world because the scale of the task is enormous and there is no previous perfect example which
The future holds the possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedication. The Dhammakaya Foundation plays a crucial role in offering education in virtue and medita
Youth Development Activities by Dhammakyha Foundation
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Youth Development Activities by Dhammakyha Foundation
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES Dhammakyha Foundation has always emphasized youth development. To do our best to fill the ethics vacuum experienced by children growing up in an increasingly secular a
Dhammakyha Foundation prioritizes youth development by addressing the ethics vacuum in society. The foundation offers 3-7 day residential courses on ethical living and meditation for students and teac