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The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
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The Importance of Dhamma in Modern Society
…a seed of hope for future generations, so that they might find not only worldly knowledge, but also truth and the wisdom of Lord Buddha. It is gratifying to see that young students and lay people are bec…
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 Benefits of Chanting
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The Benefits of Chanting
… your body. Meditating is a form of mental exercise for attaining Dhammakaya (the ultimate body of Truth), or enlightenment. Those who practice often and meditate daily will have clarity of mind and a hei…
Chanting offers numerous benefits including enhancing mental clarity and focus, fostering unity, and preserving the teachings of Lord Buddha. It can improve self-confidence and even aid in speech issu
The Charismatic Teachings of Luang Por
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The Charismatic Teachings of Luang Por
…uang Por was neither sure nor confident of whether he would be able to teach to others the profound truth and wisdom of what he was learning, so he went to Khun Yai Ajahn to ask what he should teach them. …
This text highlights Luang Por's charismatic teaching style, characterized by engaging, personal anecdotes and direct communication. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own learning be
Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
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Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
…re, what is true and what is not true. Any thought or action will have an effect; this is a factual truth that can be proven, not a religious concept. It is hoped that this book will be viewed in a way tha…
…ng Por guides many, showing how one's actions can influence others. The teachings reflect universal truths not confined to Buddhism, encouraging readers to assess their beliefs and apply these insights to …
The Teachings of the Buddha
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The Teachings of the Buddha
The Teachings of the Buddha The Teachings of the Buddha are known as Dhamma, a Pali word for the Truth, the law of righteousness. In his first sermon the Buddha emphasized that one should live the Middl…
…ing extremes of indulgence and self-mortification. Central to Buddha's teachings are the Four Noble Truths, which acknowledge suffering as a vital part of existence, and the Noble Eightfold Path as a guide…
True Education: The Path to Enlightenment
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True Education: The Path to Enlightenment
…a. When the mind is still clouded by kilesa, our knowledge is lacking as we cannot see and know the truth or reality. When faced with the challenge of overcoming the suffering from living one's life, it i…
True education encompasses attaining wisdom through listening, analyzing, and ultimately through meditation. The journey to enlightenment involves purifying the mind from kilesa. Just as a fisherman n
Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
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Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
… Those who meditate with consistency will have good emotions, and can easily see and understand the truth that everyone has good and bad in them, accepting that people are imperfect yet have to rely upon, …
Chapter 4 emphasizes the significance of regular meditation in helping individuals recognize the duality of good and bad within themselves and others. By understanding this balance, people can cultiva
The Importance of Home in Education
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The Importance of Home in Education
…ist with apprehension its destructive influences. It is here that the right view with regard to the truth of our existence and the world may have its foundations laid for future life. The bedroom is also s…
This text discusses the significance of home settings in educating young pupils. It emphasizes that the bedroom serves as a place for nurturing awareness and prayer, while the bathroom teaches hygiene
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
…out this as his 'Inner Light', manifested through meditation, which was bright enough to reveal the truth of all things and release him from human sufferings into Nirvana.
Life goals are categorized into three levels: the earthly goal of happiness, good health, and social acceptance; the celestial realm goal, influenced by religious beliefs in afterlife concepts; and th
Formation of Habits
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Formation of Habits
…Attitude toward one’s means of livelihood Good Habits Result from Proper Training • A penchant for truth, honesty • A penchant for self-command, a penchant for self-discipline • A penchant for patience, b…
The text discusses the formation of habits across five key areas of life, emphasizing proper training for cultivating good habits. It highlights attitudes towards necessities and living together, as w
Formation of Good Habits
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Formation of Good Habits
…Attitude toward one's means of livelihood Good Habits Result from Proper Training * A penchant for truth, honesty * A penchant for self-command, a penchant for self-discipline * A penchant for patience, b…
…lihood. It highlights that good habits are a result of proper training, focusing on virtues such as truthfulness, self-discipline, patience, and selflessness. By cultivating these traits, individuals can d…
Formation of Habits
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Formation of Habits
…Attitude toward one's means of livelihood Good Habits Result from Proper Training . A penchant for truth, honesty . A penchant for self-command, a penchant for self-discipline . A penchant for patience, b…
…. It emphasizes the importance of good habits resulting from proper training, including traits like truthfulness, self-discipline, patience, and charity. By cultivating these habits, one can improve their …
The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
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The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
The arrangement miscarried, however, for on the first three visits that Siddhatha made to the village he saw things that had a deeply traumatic effect on his over-protected consciousness. He was initi
…not lead to liberation. Ultimately, he chooses to meditate under the Bodhi Tree, determined to find truth or die trying. Through intense concentration, he achieves profound insights into the cycle of Samsa…
Priceless Treasure and the Importance of Merit
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Priceless Treasure and the Importance of Merit
…pure and clean. Let Luang Por (Dhammajaya) know everything, positive or negative, according to the truth. Honor your pure intentions, your good morality, and your genuine truthfulness; in the same manner …
เนื้อหาเน้นถึงความสำคัญของการดูแลสุขภาพจิตและการสร้างบุญเพื่ออนาคต เชิญชวนให้ทุกคนไปวัดเพื่อสะสมบุญก่อนที่จะสายเกินไป และการเก็บรักษาเจตนาบริสุทธิ์ของตนเอง ก่อนการก่อสร้างวัดที่มอบให้แก่ชุมชน โดยถือว่
The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
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The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
…ture built on a crumbling foundation. October 22, 1980 *Dhammakaya Body of Enlightenment; Body of Truth. Dhammakaya meditation is a profound meditation technique taught by Luang Por Wat Paknam. Kun Wai c…
This text reflects on the values of modesty and the pursuit of virtue through consistent good deeds. The author shares experiences from their time at Wat Paknam, where humility and quietude were key t
The Profound Truth of Meditation
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The Profound Truth of Meditation
…ANCED MEDITATION Because I have the purity of body, mind and speech, I have adhered to morality and truthfulness, and I have an utmost love for meditation. I was allowed straight into the super-advanced me…
…e. After weeks of meditation under his guidance, expanded consciousness allows practitioners to see truths clearly. The journey to super-advanced meditation requires morality, truth, and an immense love fo…
Relinquish All Else: The Path to Dhamma
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Relinquish All Else: The Path to Dhamma
…ful stillness. If you cannot, you will not be able to reach the Dhamma kaya within you. All Dhamma (Truth) resides within us. You have to stop your mind to read into it. This is why meditation is so import…
The text emphasizes the significance of meditating and reciting the mantra 'samma arahang' to create merit. To attain Dhammanetya, one must bring the mind back to focus, specifically above the navel,
Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
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Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
… earth. The fact is that we have not paid any attention to it, but once we do, we will find out the truth. February 10, 1982 63. SILENCE MAY SEEM LIKE DEFEAT, BUT IN FACT IT IS VICTORY Addressing a disci…
In this collection of reflections, the author shares profound insights gained from attending a meditation workshop and personal challenges faced in building a temple. The narrative emphasizes the impo
Taking the Long-Term View in Life
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Taking the Long-Term View in Life
…. Never mind what others might say. Ignore them; there is no use for argument. Let them realize the truth when their own death comes. October 1, 1992 96. ONE WHO ATTRACTS Build up your merit as much as y…
The text emphasizes the significance of adopting a long-term viewpoint, where the accumulation of merit becomes paramount. It suggests that upon death, only merit and demerit accompany us, urging indi
Exploring Buddhist Concepts and Monastic Life
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Exploring Buddhist Concepts and Monastic Life
…rth and rebirth; cycle of existence faith and confidence; belief; confidence based on knowledge of truth Sakya, the name of a royal race in the northern frontiers of Magadha Sakyamuni, the sage of the Sak…
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจแนวคิดที่สำคัญในพุทธศาสนา เช่น ความรู้สึกหรือเวทนา ความโชคร้ายในสังสารวัฏ และการใช้ชีวิตในที่อยู่อาศัยของพระสงฆ์ นอกจากนี้ยังมีการพูดถึงหลักศีลธรรมและคุณธรรมที่สนับสนุนการปฏิบัติที่ดีโด