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The Birth of a Meritorious Person
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The Birth of a Meritorious Person
Chapter 5 The Birth of a Meritorious Person Everyone feels excited when there is a new addition to the family. Some of these families are so elated they invite monks to receive offerings at their hom
This chapter discusses the elation families experience with the arrival of a new child. It poses deep questions about human existence, our beginnings, and the diverse fates of individuals. It emphasiz
Raising Children to Be Smart and Virtuous
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Raising Children to Be Smart and Virtuous
families, have everything they want, but receive little parental supervision. These children have the highest chance of becoming unwholesome. Children of Type IV families receive continuous knowledge
เนื้อหานี้เกี่ยวกับการเลี้ยงดูเด็กตามหลักธรรมของพระพุทธเจ้า โดยนำเสนอคำสอนที่ช่วยให้เด็กเติบโตเป็นคนดี โดยเน้น 3 คุณสมบัติสำคัญ ได้แก่ ไม่มีความยุ่งยาก, มีสติปัญญา และมีความเมตตา ผู้ปกครองควรพิจารณาคุ
The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
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The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
2. Self-improvement (Dama) “The second virtue is to always improve oneself. I kept improving myself professionally. From an ignorant person, I kept advancing myself until I was able to be a good provi
This text discusses the four virtues that foster personal development. The first virtue emphasizes continuous self-improvement to advance one's career and resist vices. The second virtue focuses on en
Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
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Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
do not know when we are going to die. We must sooner or later be separated from all loved ones and treasured things. How can people think about death? 1. Thinking about death with the false view: Th
In contemplating death, there are varied perspectives. The false view neglects merit and life’s purpose, while the right view emphasizes the importance of good deeds before we die. Life’s ultimate goa
The Stories of Enlightened Monks
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The Stories of Enlightened Monks
The story of Dharmma (๙) A few reach the other shore & Those who follow the Dhamma are liberated. Libertation thoughts & Mind are beyond worldlyness. 1. The story of Monk Jaya (๙) The story of Monk M
This text narrates the enlightening stories of several monks, including Monk Jaya, Mahakassapa, Bhaisaputra, Anurudh, Sanyasi, Kosambi, Sumpamathera, and Ravantheera. It highlights their journeys towa
Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
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Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
Digest from speech of Ven. Chuon Bunsim Head Office of Pedadogy of the General Inspection for National Buddhist Education of the Kingdom of Cambodia The History of Buddhism and the Revival of Cambodi
Buddhism in Cambodia faced severe decline during the Pol Pot regime when monks were forced to abandon their vows and temples were destroyed. After the 1980s, efforts to restore Buddhism began, as the
Exploring the Concept of Dhammakaya
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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakaya
First, as a *kammadhāra* compound, the translation of the term *dhammākāya* will be ‘the body that is transcendental (lokuttara) dhamma’ or ‘the body that is Nibbāna.’ This gives a similar sense as th
The term Dhammakaya can be viewed in two ways: as a kammadhāra compound translated to mean 'the body that is transcendental dhamma' or as a tappurisa compound meaning 'body pertaining to transcendenta
Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
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Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples
VI. Reference 3: Dhammakāya and Noble Disciples Besides the term’s relation to the Buddha and Paccekabuddhas, a Pāli canonical reference mentions also the relation of dhammakāya with noble disciples.
In the context of Pāli texts, the term dhammakāya is linked to noble disciples as evidenced in the story of Gotamī, the great nun and Buddha's foster mother. As she approaches her passing, Gotamī refl
Supramundane Paths and Fruits in Dhammakāya
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Supramundane Paths and Fruits in Dhammakāya
supramundane paths and fruits. 113 The ‘four pairs’ are mentioned instead when particular paths and their corresponding fruits are collectively called under the same titles. Of the eight transcendenta
The text discusses the different transcendental levels of dhammakāya, highlighting the distinction between trainees and non-trainees. The first seven levels correspond to qualities of trainees, wherea
ความฉลาดในการรู้จักประโยชน์อย่างมีเหตุผลสู่การหลุดพ้นสูงสุด
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ความฉลาดในการรู้จักประโยชน์อย่างมีเหตุผลสู่การหลุดพ้นสูงสุด
พรเจ้าอุตตตริวิมาขัจิรมาณำณำพาวารกนา ดวยน: the wisdom of recognizing expedient toward the ultimate liberation is the two sublime ears of the Lord. โลภิคยาลุกฺตรํณํImagine the figure of recognition the
บทความนี้พูดถึงความฉลาดในการรู้จักประโยชน์ไปสู่การหลุดพ้นสูงสุด โดยเปรียบเทียบองค์ประกอบต่างๆ ของความฉลาดในพระพุทธศาสนากับคุณลักษณะของพระเจ้าที่มีการเปรียบเทียบกับริมฝีปาก ดั้งฟัน และลิ้น ซึ่งแสดงถึงค
คาถาที่ 6 ของบทที่ 16: ธรรมาธูปรวงศ์
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คาถาที่ 6 ของบทที่ 16: ธรรมาธูปรวงศ์
(คาถาที่ 6 ของบทที่ 16) ธรรมาธูปรวงศ์ จ ปราณบุรี ยาส ตานุตตร ยอดธรรมาวุธ สตูป คมภิรึ สรุปธิวิตี้ ฯ ตตรร จ สตูปมุขเฏียํ สมุน ป(ศยด ศากายมุนี ชิน อิทิ ปรากฏคนตํ มโนช เณจ สุวรรณ จ) (Thomas 1916d: 114) ค
บทนี้กล่าวถึงการเข้าสู่ธรรมชาติที่แท้จริงและการเห็นพระพุทธเจ้าในรูปแบบของรูปปั้นทองคำ ซึ่งเป็นการหยุดยั้งความโลภ โกรธ และหลง โดยการสัมผัสประสบการณ์ภายในที่เกิดจากการปฏิบัติทางจิต การบรรยายนี้เกี่ยวข้อ
The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
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The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
68 The Virtue of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to feed one non - returner, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed 100 oncereturners. "If one were to feed one arahant, that
In the Velama Sutta, the text highlights the profound impact of offering food to individuals with high spiritual attainment. It asserts that feeding a single non-returner yields greater merit than fee
The Balance of Mind and Body
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The Balance of Mind and Body
* What is a mind without a body? A ghost. * What is a body without a mind? A corpse. * The mind and body must function in good balance and harmony. - A body with healthy mind = intelligent, alert, m
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 Right Speech and Right Effort in Buddhism
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Understanding Right Speech and Right Effort in Buddhism
6. This world and the next do exist. There will be afterlife and reirths; 7. There is such thing as being born instantly in fully grown form (opapatika). This is the method of birth of beings in the h
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
Understanding the Seven Bases of the Mind
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Understanding the Seven Bases of the Mind
The first to the sixth bases are the paths, or the resting points, of the mind. The Seventh Base is the home of the mind. This is where the mind should be maintained at all times. You’ll be able to s
The Seven Bases of the Mind explain the journey of mental focus, with the first six as resting points and the Seventh Base as the ultimate home of the mind. This final destination is where the mind sh
Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
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Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey from defilement are manifested within the mind since we are born. It forces the mind to think, speak, and act imperfectly and it allows us to slide into bad habits. Finally, defile- m
This text discusses the concept of defilements, which manifest in the mind from birth and lead to bad habits and suffering. It emphasizes the need for right understanding and mind control, urging prac
Understanding Defilements and the Path to True Happiness
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Understanding Defilements and the Path to True Happiness
"• In conclusion, the sufferings of all beings are caused by succumbing to the influence of our accumulated defilements - from the past until this moment. We open our eyes (all of our senses are open)
In conclusion, suffering arises from our defilements, which influence our actions and desires. To achieve true happiness, we must eliminate these defilements through good actions, stopping poor habits
Meditation Techniques From Wat PakNam
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Meditation Techniques From Wat PakNam
Suzanne Jeffrey This meditation technique was re-discovered, and then taught, by Luang Pu Sodh Wat PakNam, the Abbot of Wat PakNam in Bangkok, Thailand. This rediscovery happened in 1914. His “best”
This text explores meditation techniques rediscovered by Luang Pu Sodh at Wat PakNam in 1914. His teachings emphasize stillness of the mind as key to meditation success. Detailed steps include stretch
Meditative Focus and Inner Clarity
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Meditative Focus and Inner Clarity
5. If you find that you cannot dissuade the mind from wandering, then your mind needs an inner object as a focus for attention. Gently imagine that a bright, clear, crystal ball, the size of the tip o
In this meditation guide, you'll learn to find inner focus using the visualization of a crystal ball at the center of your body. Initially, if your mind wanders, gently bring it back by imagining a br
The Benefits of Chanting
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The Benefits of Chanting
The Benefits of Chanting 1. Clarity of mind and mental focus while chanting 2. Promotion of a spirit of unity among those chanting 3. Helping to preserve tradition and to promote community spirit 4. H
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