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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
Teaching with Truthfulness and the Virtue of Resolutions
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Teaching with Truthfulness and the Virtue of Resolutions
122. TEACHING WITH TRUTHFULNESS Nowadays, I see so many people setting themselves up to be meditation masters. This saddens …
ในยุคปัจจุบัน มีผู้คนจำนวนมากที่ตั้งตัวเป็นครูสอนการทำสมาธิ ซึ่งทำให้รู้สึกเศร้าใจ การหยุดความคิดที่วุ่นวายเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการบรรลุรัฐพุทธรรม ข้าพเจ้าตั้งความตั้งใจให้สอนด้วยความจริงใจและปฏิบัติตามศีลธ
Resolutions for a Pure Life
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Resolutions for a Pure Life
… not ones who seek recognition and fame; may they be ones who seek solitude; be content, honest and truthful; and be ones who practice meditation a great deal. 134. A PLACE WITH FRESH AIR Nowadays I see t…
This text emphasizes the significance of personal resolutions for those who follow a path of purity in body, speech, and mind. It expresses a desire to live in environments that foster a sense of free
Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
…ay 31, 1981 158. TRUST To my elders I pay the deepest respect by showing my humility, honesty, and truthfulness. I have no fear of the repercussion for doing virtuous acts. In doing so, I have earned thei…
The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl
Understanding Nibbana and Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Nibbana and Key Buddhist Concepts
Nibbana (Skt. Nirvana): the state of ultimate happiness, the happy condition of enlightenment, the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of the everyday livid; nor is it
…hree Baskets, is the comprehensive Buddhist scripture covering discipline, discourses, and ultimate truths. Transcendental merit is earned through meditation and mental cultivation, while the gesture of Wa…
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
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
…in sexual misconduct. ์สัมมาทิฏฐิ (samma-dhiti) Right View, view and wisdom in accordance with the Truths, consisting of the following beliefs: 1. Generosity is virtuous and should be practiced; 2. It is …
This text provides important insights into various Buddhist concepts including the achievement of faith (စัทธ Sambhā), the nature of mental objects, the principle that all beings possess their own kar
Understanding Right Speech and Right Effort in Buddhism
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Understanding Right Speech and Right Effort in Buddhism
…l realms; 8. Monastics are able to purify themselves of all defilements. RIGHT SPEECH: To speak the truth, and with kindness; to abstain from lies, slander, harsh language, and idle chatter. RIGHT EFFORT: …
This text explores key concepts in Buddhism, highlighting the existence of the afterlife and rebirth, the importance of purification for monastics, and the principles of Right Speech, Right Effort, Ri
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…
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…
Understanding Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path
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Understanding Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path
…Eightfold Path (the Path to end suffering)* 1. Right View - view and wisdom in accordance with the Truths; to have a positive attitude about others as well as themselves. 2. Right Thought - to think witho…
This text discusses the origin of suffering, which stems from attachment to desire and worldly pleasures. It highlights that suffering ceases when such attachments are released. The Noble Eightfold Pa
Ten Perfected Virtues and Right View
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Ten Perfected Virtues and Right View
…Panna wisdom 5. Viriya efforts, industriousness, hardworking 6. Khanti patience, endurance 7. Sacca truthfulness 8. Adhittana resolution, determination, firmness of purpose 9. Metta loving-kindness 10. Upe…
This text outlines the Ten Perfected Virtues (Paramis) in Buddhism, emphasizing the significance of Dana (generosity), Sila (morality), and other virtues for a moral life. It explores Sammadhitti or R
The Impact of Good Deeds and Dhamma Practices
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The Impact of Good Deeds and Dhamma Practices
…l wisdom. It is through Dhamma that we get to know the Law of Karma, the cycles of rebirth, and the truth of nature. Giving Dhamma knowledge. By giving Dhamma knowledge, we are providing the moral foundat…
การทำดีและการให้บุญแก่ผู้อื่นเป็นเรื่องสำคัญที่ช่วยเสริมสร้างการสนับสนุนจากผู้อื่น การสอนธรรมะเป็นรากฐานสำหรับหลักจริยธรรมและปัญญาทางจิตวิญญาณ ซึ่งเปิดทางให้เรารู้ถึงกฎแห่งกรรม การเกิดใหม่ และความจริง
The Balance of Mind and Body
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The Balance of Mind and Body
… awareness. It is this insight that leads to spiritual wisdom, enabling a person to understand the “truth of nature”, the purpose of one’s life, the means to avoid suffering, and the path to reach the ulti…
The text discusses the intricate relationship between mind and body, emphasizing that both must coexist in harmony for optimal functioning. It highlights the necessity of mental care akin to physical
Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation and Mental Progress
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Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation and Mental Progress
…heres (ayatanas), the Eighteen Elements (dhātu), the Twenty-Two Faculties (indriya), the Four Noble Truths and Dependent Origination. The meditator sees and knows clearly through their insight knowledge th…
การทำสมาธิแบบธรรมกายมุ่งเน้นไปที่การวางจิตใจ ณ ศูนย์กลางของร่างกายโดยไม่ต้องมองเห็นภาพภายนอก การตั้งใจภาพที่แท้จริงนำไปสู่การให้ความชัดเจนในจิต เพราะเมื่อจิตอยู่ในสภาวะสงบจะเกิดภาพที่สามารถขยายหรือหรื
The Teachings of Venerable Sariputta
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The Teachings of Venerable Sariputta
…ion, he came very close to attaining sotapatti magga and reached as faras anuloma nana (adaption-to-truth-knowledge).
In this passage, Venerable Sariputta visits an executioner's house, where the executioner, Tambadathika, struggles with guilt over his past actions. Sariputta tactfully prompts him to reflect on his r
The Fear of Death and Eternal Wisdom
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The Fear of Death and Eternal Wisdom
36 Buddha Meema the Buddha expounded a discourse in appreciation (anumodana). At the end of the discourse, Mahadhana the merchant attained sŏtapatti fruition. He followed the Buddha for some distance
…death through the story of Mahadhana, a merchant who reached sotapatti fruition but faced the harsh truth of mortality shortly after. This text illustrates how ignorance leads to false security in life and…
The Queen's Regret
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The Queen's Regret
The queen replied that she was only washing her face, her hands and her feet, and so was doing nothing wrong. Then she continued, "But, that room is very strange. If anyone went into that room, to one
…eath, ultimately resulting in her rebirth in Niraya (hell). The narrative explores themes of guilt, truth, and consequences, highlighting the queen's internal conflict and the grave repercussions of deceit…
The Story of Many Youths
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The Story of Many Youths
10 Clear-minded Youths - 1 The Story of Many Youths Then the Buddha spoke in verse as follows: Sukhakamani bhutani yo dandena vihimsati attano sukhamesano pecca so na labhate sukham. Sukhakamani bhu
…nuine happiness arises from non-violence and compassion. All the youths in attendance realized this truth, achieving Sotapatti Fruition. The message emphasizes that fulfilling one’s happiness should not in…