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The Tale of the White Elephant
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The Tale of the White Elephant
…e it cast over a precipice and killed. So he summoned the mahout and asked whether he called that a trained elephant. “Indeed he is well trained, sire,” said the mahout. “No, he is very badly trained.” “Sire…
In ancient Rājagaha under King Magadha, a stunning white elephant captured hearts during a royal procession, inciting jealousy in the king. Determined to rid himself of the source of praise, the king
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…isten while your mind is still. 308 You should train your mind to be still even though you were not trained to do so since childhood. Instead, you were trained to not be still, to always think and search for…
Journey to Joy emphasizes the necessity of training your mind to be still in a world that often compels constant thought and distraction. It acknowledges the challenges posed by a lifetime of conditio
Creating the Very Best in Oneself
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Creating the Very Best in Oneself
… characteristics that differ from other living beings in this world. They are: 1) The mind can be trained to have a higher quality. 2) The mind can be rid of evil. 3) The mind can accrue purity. Acc…
…otential for growth and purity according to Buddhist principles. It emphasizes that the mind can be trained to a higher quality, rid of evil, and accrue purity. Good and evil deeds shape our minds, and throu…
The Importance of Meditation in Education
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The Importance of Meditation in Education
…y will share more in common, but for right now, they have one. The teachers, of course, have to be trained in meditation because meditation helps them be better teachers! The teachers must strive to always …
… creating a peaceful and productive classroom atmosphere. It emphasizes the need for teachers to be trained in meditation to better relate to their students, fostering a joyful learning environment where chi…
Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
…s, orderliness and punctuality or we will be disorganized, socially inept and disrespectful. A well-trained and self-disciplined person will meet with positivity from our elders, or if badly trained will rec…
This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec
The Elephants Performance Before the King
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The Elephants Performance Before the King
…d had the elephant halted at the brink of a precipice. "Now," said he to the man, "if he is so well trained as you say, make him stand on three legs." And the mahout on the elephant's back just touched the …
In a remarkable display of skill, a king tests a trained elephant by commanding it to perform various tricks on a mountain's edge. The mahout expertly guide…
Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism
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Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism
The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism began in 1999-2007, with a total of 71 classes completing the Programme. There have been 8.090 monks from 5.833 temples, from across the countr
…Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism, initiated from 1999 to 2007, has successfully trained 8,090 monks from 5,833 temples across Thailand, promoting the teachings of the Buddha. This program…
The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
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The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
…cloud our mind. We will develop false friendships and these are people around you who have not been trained to live their lives morally: these people become false friends. There are four groups of them: (1) …
In our lives, we encounter both true and false friends. False friends can lead us down destructive paths due to their selfishness, insincerity, and lack of principles. They can contribute to societal
YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
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YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
…on during which they are exhorted by priest instructors into behave themselves at home as they were trained at the camp. Yuwakalayanamitra, moreover, are told that they can always meet with priest instructor…
Before concluding the YUWA CAMP, participants receive a final orientation emphasizing their behavior at home consistent with training. They are encouraged to connect with priest instructors and mentor
Understanding the Mind and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind and Defilements
…s. (12) The mind is self-luminous but this disappears as a person grows older. (13) The mind can be trained indefinitely and endlessly. "Here are some cautions regarding the mind: The mind, under the influe…
This text delves into the complexities of the human mind, emphasizing its speed and difficulty to control. It discusses how meditation can help in training the mind, which is often distracted by defil
Cultivating Good Habits in Education
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Cultivating Good Habits in Education
…ater peace and harmony. Right Speech — With Right Intentions and Mindfulness Students who have been trained to observe and practise the 10 Right Views will definitely not speak untruths or indulge in harsh, …
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Truth for the Family: Teaching Respect and Responsibility
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Truth for the Family: Teaching Respect and Responsibility
…e doing it, and even the parents are too embarrassed because they are not used to it. If we are not trained to be respectful from a young age, we will grow up to be self-centered, and then we will not even b…
In this section, the text emphasizes the necessity of teaching children respect and humility for personal growth and societal harmony. It argues that while some may advocate for freedom in thought, it
Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
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Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a pe…
การฝึกอัสเตรีตี้ช่วยให้เราแยกแยะความต้องการและสิ่งที่ต้องการได้ชัดเจน โดยเริ่มจากการใช้ชีวิตในวัดและสวมเสื้อผ้าขาวเพื่อความมีสติและระมัดระวัง การปฏิบัติดังกล่าวนำมาซึ่งความสงบทั้งทางกายและจิตใจ และเมื
Journey of Growth: Chaiyaboon's Educational Transition
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Journey of Growth: Chaiyaboon's Educational Transition
…e was on his own most of the time, he learned how to economize and save. Therefore, this experience trained him to be vigorous, confident and responsible in this he differed from other boys who grew up in we…
In 1950, Chaiyaboon was relocated to Petchaburi, leading to his transition between multiple schools. Living with the generous teacher Samarn Sang-Aroon, he honed his skills in independence and respons
Understanding Body and Mind
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Understanding Body and Mind
…turn may affect our personality and reasoning to some degree, with correct guidance the mind may be trained to choose to foster only good thoughts and actions that will be of great benefit to us as well as t…
Chapter 1 delves into the importance of understanding oneself, highlighting the distinction between human mental capacities and other creatures. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness in recognizin
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a pe…
The text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultiv
Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
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Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
…litical movements and arm their militias. The main Shi'i parties active in Iraq today organized and trained their militias in Iran, particularly in the 1990s. Broadly speaking, Tehran is now encouraging a Sh…
This text discusses the significant changes in the balance of power in the Middle East following the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq and the subsequent rise of Iranian influence in the region. The removal o
Mappings with a Dharma Master
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
…s. We will have great friends, our future will be bright, and we will be successful because we have trained ourselves with morality. Likewise, bad habits will lead to thinking, speaking, and acting poorly 12…
The text discusses the importance of individual self-awareness and ethical behavior in shaping relationships and society. It emphasizes that one must start with self-improvement through meditation and
Building a Strong Marriage: Essential Factors for Success
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Building a Strong Marriage: Essential Factors for Success
…he word and disruption on a regular basis. They will not live a peaceful life. But if they had both trained themselves well before their marriage, no matter the degree of disagreement, they should be able to…
This text discusses the importance of emotional regulation in marriage and the need for couples to prepare before their union. It outlines four essential factors for a successful marriage, including s
Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
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Superior Love through Superior Dhamma
…his is such that he would have the opportunities to learn the Dhamma, to practice meditation, to be trained in discipline and to be a pure and refined individual. This is truly a wonderful tradition. Women a…
This text discusses the challenges of living with a partner and how the Dhamma provides guidance for a harmonious family life. It highlights the four virtues: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, an