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Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
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Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
The second type of elderly person is called "A Fruitful Person," a philanthropist or altruist. Throughout their lives, these elderly people have diligently earned their livelihood, and are well prepar
The text discusses the qualities of 'Fruitful Persons,' elderly individuals who exemplify self-sufficiency a…
Creating the Best in Oneself through Generosity
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Creating the Best in Oneself through Generosity
On the contrary, those who had once been selfish, angry, or jealous, and then reversed their conduct by improving themselves, will possess positive thoughts, speech, and actions. When good deeds are a
This text discusses the importance of transforming negative traits like greed and anger into positive ones th…
The Wisdom of Ancestral Teachings on Family Values
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The Wisdom of Ancestral Teachings on Family Values
family members fight over property or money. This causes the decline of the very best in the family and problems can only increase. Since our ancestors fully understood this fact, they led their desce
This text discusses the impact of family members fighting over property and money, highlighting how such conf…
Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
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Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
their families to have control over themselves at a young age, the grandparents instilled them with generosity through alms offerings to the monks and daily observance of the five precepts. These whol
This text discusses how families can instill moral values and mindfulness in children through daily Dhamma st…
Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W
The text discusses two types of fools in Buddhism: External Fools, who are non-Buddhists aiming to undermine…
Characteristics of a True Buddhist
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Characteristics of a True Buddhist
are like any of them and if we have performed our duties as true Buddhists yet or not. A true Buddhist must exhibit the following characteristics: 1) Belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment. It is t
This text examines the qualities necessary for being a true Buddhist, highlighting the importance of belief i…
The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
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The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
hoped that future generations would study Buddhism to gain a correct understanding of the realities of life. Thus, if our ancestors were still alive, we can imagine how they would feel about our carel
This text reflects on the future of Buddhism in Thailand, especially regarding the increasing number of aband…
Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
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Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
minds only when they practice meditation until their minds reach a profound level of peacefulness and becomes so bright that they are able to see their minds through the brightness. Most people in thi
The text discusses the significance of meditation in achieving a peaceful mind, which allows individuals to …
The Impact of Media on Buddhism and Monastic Life
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The Impact of Media on Buddhism and Monastic Life
they should keep in mind that the Sangha Council has jurisdiction over a monk's case. When a final judgment is made, people should not criticize or comment on it. If people do, in Buddhism it is consi
The text discusses the jurisdiction of the Sangha Council over monk cases and the implications of negative m…
Understanding Respect in Buddhism
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Understanding Respect in Buddhism
be summed up in the following proverb: One rotten apple spoils the whole barrel. If people think this way, they can harm Buddhism unknowingly. This is certainly not the nature of a Buddhist. Buddhists
The text illustrates the negative impact of generalizing about monks based on misconduct and emphasizes the …
Understanding Merit in Buddhism
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Understanding Merit in Buddhism
should think in this way. As long as the monks do not seriously break the monastic discipline, you should think that you are giving alms to them to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and meditati
This text emphasizes the importance of giving alms to monks to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and me…
The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
examine this so that we will not miss the opportunity to do so. We should clearly understand the importance of contributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to
This text emphasizes the significance of donating Buddha images as a means to contribute to spiritual merit. …
The Benefits of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Benefits of Contributing Buddha Images
benefits in contributing for a Buddha image. We now understand why our ancestors focused on this moral contribution. My own grandmother understood the benefits of contributing a Buddha image, as she d
… donated multiple Buddha images for her family, reflecting her commitment to spiritual welfare. The text encourages readers to undertake this valuable act, suggesting that contemporary society has strayed…
Dhammakaya Meditation Centers Worldwide
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Dhammakaya Meditation Centers Worldwide
WORLD-PEC Mobile.+(61)4-1145-39461 Website: www.dhammakaya.org.au Brisbane Brisbane Meditation Center 73 Lodge Rd., Wooloowin Brisbane, Queensland QLD 4030, Australia Tel. +(61)7-3857-3431 Mobile.+(61
…ge of meditation practices, including daily English lessons and week-long retreats in Thailand. The text emphasizes the importance of family unity and the consequences of disconnection within families, hi…
คัมภีร์ปฏิรูปมนุษย์
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คัมภีร์ปฏิรูปมนุษย์
๓๗๐ คัมภีร์ปฏิรูปมนุษย์ [๒๕๖] คหบดีบุตร คนดีแต่พูด เธอพึงทราบว่า ไม่ใช่มิตรแท้ เป็นมิตรเทียมโดยเหตุ ๔ ประการ คือ ๑. กล่าวต้อนรับด้วยเรื่องที่เป็นอดีตไปแล้ว ๒. กล่าวต้อนรับด้วยเรื่องที่ยังมาไม่ถึง ๓. ส
…ัมภีร์ปฏิรูปมนุษย์ diskutierte die Unterschiede zwischen aufrichtigen und unehrlichen Freunden. Der Text beschreibt vier Gründe, die einen unehrlichen Freund definieren, darunter das Rückschauen auf Verga…
คัมภีร์กู้วิกฤตชาติ
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คัมภีร์กู้วิกฤตชาติ
๔๐ คัมภีร์กู้วิกฤตชาติ เบียดเบียนผู้อื่น ทำลายวัฒนธรรมอันดีงามของสังคม ผิดศีลธรรม หรือแม้จะผิดกฎหมาย ก็หาวิธีเลี่ยง เพื่อให้ได้ประโยชน์เป็นของ ตนเป็นใช้ได้ กล่าวโดยตรงก็คือ คนใจหยาบเป็นคนมักง่ายนั่นเอ
… เพื่อให้สามารถปฏิบัติตนด้วยความรับผิดชอบต่อความอยู่ดีมีสุขของสังคมและชาติได้อย่างแท้จริง redundant text should be removed
Confronting Obstacles
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Confronting Obstacles
II. CONFRONTING OBSTACLES The World of Problems 34 The Right Solution 36 Solvable and Insolvable 38 Knowledge for the Crisis 40 A Compass for Life 42 Handling Obstacles 44 Peace of Mind 46 Mental Stre
…focus on success despite difficulties. Emphasizing that setbacks and discouragement are normal, the text encourages readers to endure challenges for personal enlightenment. Ultimately, it advocates for fi…
The World's Common Problems: The World of Defiled Minds
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The World's Common Problems: The World of Defiled Minds
THE WORLD'S COMMON PROBLEMS II The World of Defiled Minds Irrespective of the prevailing situation, we have to accept all happenings as the way of the world. Common people are subject to mental impuri
In 'The World of Defiled Minds', the text discusses the prevalence of mental impurities among common people. It acknowledges that while some …
Improve Oneself First: The Key to Happiness
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Improve Oneself First: The Key to Happiness
THE WORLD'S COMMON PROBLEMS III Improve Oneself First When the energy is used up, our gains will vanish. This is also true for honour, fame and happiness. So why waste our time trying to correct the o
… personal growth and a deeper understanding of oneself, which is crucial for lasting happiness. The text encourages a shift in perspective that prioritizes self-correction over external correction, positi…
The World's Common Problems: Stronger Defilement, Weaker Wisdom
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The World's Common Problems: Stronger Defilement, Weaker Wisdom
21 21 THE WORLD'S COMMON PROBLEMS IV Stronger Defilement... Weaker Wisdom This world is a gathering place of imperfect people. Both men and women have a dark side to their minds. The springing up of m
This text reflects on the imperfections inherent in humanity, discussing how mental impurities can weaken wis…