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Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
early texts that 'dhammakāya' must be singular. 100 In any case, the verse conveys the meaning that a Paccekabuddha has dhamma(s) as his body (or bodies), where 'dhammas' refers to the qualities perta
This study analyzes the term 'dhammakāya' and its relation to enlightenment. Dhammakāya is presented as a singular concept applying to both the Buddha and Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing that 'dhamma' ref
Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
In the case that 'brahma-' refers to the neuter 'brahman' In the other case in which the term brahma- is translated as 'brahman'63 the ultimate,64 the third parallel65 suggests that the term dhamma in
This text clarifies that the term 'brahma-' can refer to either the masculine 'Brahmā' or the neuter 'brahman,' ultimately leading to the view that dhamma signifies transcendental realities. It sugges
Raising Children: Cultivating Supreme Characteristics
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Raising Children: Cultivating Supreme Characteristics
Part Two: Raising Children wisdom and moral training from their parents (Group #4). Even though they may not be wealthy, these children have the ability to develop into successful, wealthy and moral a
In developing children into successful and moral adults, it is essential for parents to consider the qualities they want their children to possess. The text highlights three supreme characteristics: p
Understanding the Pāli Verses and Buddhist Doctrine
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Understanding the Pāli Verses and Buddhist Doctrine
The Text The first nine leaves are inscribed with Pāli verses and a commentary in Tai Yuan.4 The final leaf of the manuscript is an addendum, inscribed with a stanza of the Dvatiṃsa-mahāpuruśa-lakkhaṇ
The manuscript presents Pāli verses and commentary in Tai Yuan, summarizing Buddhist doctrines about the Buddha's physical body and wisdom. It includes thirty stanzas highlighting qualities like divin
The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son
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The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son
36 Clear-minded Youths - 4 The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son When questioned, the boy answered that his parents came to feed him in the night and that he went to sleep contentedly and without fear aft
In this narrative, a king learns about a boy who feels safe and content due to his mindfulness of the Buddha. The king is curious whether this mindfulness alone provides protection against evil. He co
Clear-minded Youths: The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son
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Clear-minded Youths: The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son
40 Clear-minded Youths – 4 The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son Verse 5: Fully alert and ever vigilant are Gotama Buddha’s disciples, who by day and by night are always mindful of the qualities of the
This section narrates how Gotama Buddha’s disciples remain fully alert and vigilant, maintaining mindfulness of the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. Their day and night focus extends to the components of t
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
The story unfolds during the Cheng Meng Season, where two sisters find a bag of money. The older sister, teaching her unborn child about virtues, insists on waiting for the rightful owner. When two wo
The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
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The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
For example, if there were statements about constructing a Dhamma Hall or a monk's shelter soon, then this must happen. In short, the temple must produce results as soon as it can. Thus, the first sac
The teachings of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam emphasize three sacred formulas essential for temple prosperity: cleanliness, diligent teaching of Dhamma, and frequent meditation practice. Cleanliness is vital
Translator's Preface to Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta
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Translator's Preface to Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta
Translator's Preface This book has been compiled and translated not exclusively from the written Thai version of Phrabhavana-viryakhun’s ‘Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta’, but also from many subsequent re
This preface discusses the compilation and translation of Phrabhavana-viryakhun’s Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta from Thai texts and various teaching sessions. It emphasizes the author's intent to make th
Teachings of the Buddha on Nobility and Right Action
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Teachings of the Buddha on Nobility and Right Action
ter asking all the monks’ names, the Buddha would ask his. The Buddha knew what he was thinking and asked the man his name. “Ariya” replied the man. In fact, the Buddah didn’t need to be told the man’
In this text, the Buddha teaches that true nobility is defined by one's actions towards living beings. Ariya learns that harming others disqualifies him from being 'noble', resulting in his attainment
Understanding the Basics of SEO
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Understanding the Basics of SEO
6 Teaching the Tradition "Ever since being ordained in my youth and after all these years in the monkhood, there is nothing more sacred than meditation in the Dhammakāya tradition." (Phramongkolthepm
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the practice of improving the ranking of a website in search engine results. By optimizing various factors such as keywords, content quality, and back-linking strat
Author's Preface on the Uniqueness of Buddhism
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Author's Preface on the Uniqueness of Buddhism
Author's Preface Buddhism is unique in teaching a way to overcome suffering, with its aim definitely to liberate oneself from the Cycle of Existence [vadda-samśāra] thereby attaining the highest eter
The Author's Preface highlights Buddhism's distinctive qualities in teaching ways to alleviate suffering and attain ultimate happiness, emphasizing its systematic approach to teachings and virtues. It
Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
and is ‘spiritually reborn’. The dhammakāya becomes her new identity as the milk nourishes her spiritually. It is something she is given as a verbal teaching. To add the material from the Apadānas is
This text delves into the doctrine of dhammakāya, representing a new spiritual identity that arises from teachings, akin to nourishment from milk. It connects the concepts found in the Agañña-sutta, i
Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
Vin.II.192, A.IV.186, 210, 213 Just as a piece of clean cloth that is deprived of dirt would well-absorb the dye, the pure and clear eye of dhamma (dhammacakku) arose to the man, on that current seat
The text discusses the qualities of noble disciples in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of clear perception of dhamma and the eradication of doubts and fetters. It describes the transformation exp
Understanding Child Behavior and Parental Responsibility
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Understanding Child Behavior and Parental Responsibility
Children often encounter problems later in life because the parents did not fulfill these responsibilities. Why Do Some Children Behave Badly? Our ancestors provided us with a very interesting answer.
Children face challenges later in life when parents neglect their responsibilities. This text explores how inadequate parenting skills contribute to children's understanding of right and wrong and the
Teaching Children to Live by the Five Precepts
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Teaching Children to Live by the Five Precepts
Chapter 32 Teaching Children to Live by the Five Precepts It is not an overstatement to say that teaching children to abide by the Five Precepts is the most important responsibility of their parents;
Teaching children to abide by the Five Precepts is crucial for shaping their futures and that of society. It is the responsibility of parents to impart these teachings, as many adults struggle to unde
The Importance of the Five Precepts in Society
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The Importance of the Five Precepts in Society
4. We shall not lie, utter profanity, speak nonsense, or use divisive words. 5. We shall not consume intoxicants such as addictive drugs and alcohol. These Precepts are needed to keep peace on earth.
The Five Precepts serve as fundamental guidelines for maintaining peace on earth. Originating before Buddha, they measure human behavior: full adherence results in complete humanity, while deviating r
Teaching Children Frugality for Financial Security
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Teaching Children Frugality for Financial Security
Chapter 11 Teaching Children Frugality to Ensure the Family's Future Children's future financial security can be measured by their frugality and parents can cultivate good economic sense in their c
Chapter 11 emphasizes the importance of teaching children frugality as a means to secure their financial future. It advocates for parents to model good economic sense and begin instilling these habits
Pharajbhananaavisudh: A Journey in Dhamma and Meditation
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Pharajbhananaavisudh: A Journey in Dhamma and Meditation
In year 1969, Pharajbhananaavisudh [Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu] ordained at Paknam thus entered Buddhist priesthood. Since then he has been committed to teaching with compassion all Buddhists freque
In 1969, Pharajbhananaavisudh, or Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu, dedicated himself to teaching Buddhism and meditation, especially to children of his temple congregation. His dream of establishing a de
Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
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Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
Gombrich, while differently translating the term in this passage as a bahubbiha compound 'dhamma-bodied,' similarly interprets it as an indication that the Buddha's true import is due to 'his teaching
This text delves into various scholars' interpretations of the term 'dhammakāya' within the context of early Pāli suttas. Gombrich views it as 'dhamma-bodied,' emphasizing that the essence of the Budd