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Mappings with a Dharma Master
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
Mappings with a Dharma Master we first start with our own individual self and then work outward in all directions. “The six directions start with the smallest unit, ourselves. We are in the center o
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
The Journey to Inner Happiness through Meditation
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The Journey to Inner Happiness through Meditation
Wisdom sphere provided warmth, safety and peace. If I kept my mind focused on each crystal ball, I could feel the happiness increasing in my body. It was as if an invisible “happiness cloak” had been
In this enlightening text, the author shares a personal meditation experience involving crystal balls that symbolize warmth and joy. As the author meditates, they describe feeling an 'invisible happin
The Enlightenment of Siddhattha Gotama
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The Enlightenment of Siddhattha Gotama
…ferent. He was not simply siddhartha Gotama at all, but something far more marvelous than that. His true self was in fact vast, open, unconditioned and was beyond the dualities of pain and pleasure, space and …
…ha. At dawn, he perceived the universe anew, transcending worldly attachments and understanding his true self as something vast and unconditioned, which he identified as Nirvana. Following his enlightenment at…
The Pursuit of True Happiness
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The Pursuit of True Happiness
…re complex issues. And it would only get worse rather than better, in terms of losing control of my true self. Money accumulated in bank accounts will eventually just become a game of 'numbers'. 219 I also fee…
…vancement, realizing that it often leads to greater responsibilities and a disconnection from one's true self. The pursuit of material wealth serves only as a fleeting distraction, driving a cycle of desire. T…
Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhist Philosophy
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhist Philosophy
V. Reference 2: Dhammakāya and Paccekabuddhas A Paccekabuddha is counted as one of the two types of Buddhas. According to Buddhist philosophy, a Paccekabuddha is a person who is of the highest wisdom
This text discusses the concept of Paccekabuddhas, individuals of high wisdom who achieve self-enlightenment but lack the ability to teach. It explores scholarly arguments about the pre-Buddhist origi
The Power of Inside Meditation
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The Power of Inside Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey "When I was first starting out, before I met Luang Por Dhammajayo, I used to meditate on the outside, not the inside. This is a very powerful meditation, but I learned that it is not
… leading to lost energy. The text discusses how our growth leads to external perceptions, obscuring true self-awareness. Meditation serves as a cleansing process, brightening the mind and revealing our true na…
The Quest for True Happiness
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The Quest for True Happiness
I believe that if we look at each individual person, we will see that we are all made of the same components: our physical body and our mind. We can favour our body by giving it beverages, food, and t
This text discusses the connection between individual well-being and happiness, emphasizing the necessity of balancing the physical body and the mind. It questions whether superficial pleasures lead t
90 Benefits of Meditation
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90 Benefits of Meditation
90 MEDITATION BENEFITS lived to be true ten thousand years ago should still be true today and should remain true ten thousand years from now. Knowledge gained from meditative insight is based on rea
Meditation offers profound insights that connect us to our true essence and spiritual nature. It generates 'merit,' which is a form of positive energy originating from good deeds. Merit is essential f
Addressing Family Issues for Child Development
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Addressing Family Issues for Child Development
Part Three: Problems Within the Family towards their happiness, spoiling our children neglects their important emotional and spiritual growth. Spoiled children usually end up more unhappy in the long-
Part three discusses the critical issues faced within families when children are spoiled, leading to unhappiness and self-destructive behaviors. It emphasizes the role of parents as teachers in guidin
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 46 46 universal love, the love of all of humankind without expectation of reward or gain. To love ourselves in the appropriate way, we have to still the mind by relaxing and gently clos
In this chapter, the focus is on cultivating universal love and self-love without expectations. By relaxing the mind through meditation, individuals can achieve inner peace and a sense of cleansing th
Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
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Dhamma for Laypersons and the Four Levels of Beauty
A person who has the Dhamma for Laypersons (Gharāvās-dhamma) must display four regular habits: 1. Habit of Responsibility – Whatever the task at hand, he must do it to the best of his ability, in t
A person who follows the Dhamma for Laypersons exhibits four habits: responsibility, self-training, endurance, and sacrifice. These traits ensure self-reliance and leadership within families. In marri
Self-Development and Teacher Training Initiatives
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Self-Development and Teacher Training Initiatives
Meeting #8 January 03, 2010 Today I am here with Luang Pi Joshua and Luang Pi Anurak. I have just returned to Bangkok and the Wat, after spending the end of 2009 in New York, helping my daughter move
In this meeting, various educational initiatives are discussed, focusing on self-development programs and teacher training. Projects include a Self-Development program inspired by the Five Rooms and S
Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
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Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
Needing with a Dharma Adviser The Unknown Factor ------------------------------- It Must Exist Because of Balance: If There Is Suffering, Fear, And Ignorance, There Must Be Something That Can Fix It
The text delves into the concept of seeking a Dharma adviser to help navigate the unknown factors of suffering, fear, and ignorance. It discusses that if there is suffering, there must be a solution,
Cultivating Good Habits in Education
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Cultivating Good Habits in Education
Teacher should remind themselves often that only good habits cultivate progress in academic and moral knowledge. Right Thought — About Human Survival, Livelihood and Interaction Right thought comes fr
ในบทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของการปลูกฝังนิสัยดีในด้านการศึกษาและจริยธรรมสำหรับครูและนักเรียน ครูควรเตือนตัวเองเสมอว่านิสัยดีจะช่วยพัฒนาความรู้ทั้งด้านวิชาการและจริยธรรม การพูดและการกระทำที่ถูกต้องเริ
Understanding Marriage Expectations
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Understanding Marriage Expectations
hope that you will find someone else to help you with the many things in life. There are some who get married because they expect that their spouse will treat them favorably in different ways; and at
This text discusses the misconceptions surrounding marriage and the impact of unrealistic expectations on relationships. Many enter marriage hoping their spouses will meet their needs continuously, wh
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
When we receive fortune, prestige, recognition or happiness, our minds will remain calm, not overwhelmed or attached. A person who is aware of suffering and happiness has trained the mind to be as sta
This text elaborates on the Three Characteristics: impermanence, suffering, and non-self, as fundamental truths of existence in Buddhism. It highlights how fortune, prestige, and happiness are tempora
Truth for the Family: Understanding Precepts and Human Nature
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Truth for the Family: Understanding Precepts and Human Nature
Part Five: Truth for the Family stockpile of behavioral (social, emotional and spiritual) problems, creating a generation of people who are only interested in themselves. Ignorance is the force behind
In this section, we discuss how behavioral problems contribute to a self-centered generation and the role ignorance plays in social issues. Parents often blame external factors for their children's st
Understanding Self-Dependence in Marriage
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Understanding Self-Dependence in Marriage
hope that you will find someone else to help you with the many things in life. There are some who get married because they expect that their spouse will treat them favorably in different ways; and at
In a marriage, expectations can lead to disappointment if not grounded in self-dependence. Many marry for beauty or behavior, but these qualities fade. True relationships rely on self-sufficiency and
Understanding the Eternal Punishment of Life and the Role of Educators
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Understanding the Eternal Punishment of Life and the Role of Educators
In this prison there is punishment. It is not normal punishment like whipping or torture, which comes to an end; the punishment in this prison goes on forever and ever. Ageing, sickness, death and bir
This content discusses the perpetual punishment of existence, highlighting how suffering is inherent in our lives through age, sickness, and basic needs. It emphasizes the necessity for mindful teachi
Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
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Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
7. LOOK WITHIN YOURSELF I look at myself. I look through myself. I understand "me" clearly. I look into my physical self to find my human nature until I thoroughly understand it. Then I look deeper in
This text encourages individuals to look within themselves for true understanding rather than focusing on others. It highlights the journey of self-discovery through examining both physical and spirit