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… us to our next existence are merit (wholesome) and sin (unwholesome). In one’s life, if one can accumulate more good deeds, problems can be reduced, and happiness will result. Conversely, if a person a…

Daily practice of Dhamma has been essential for past generations, teaching the importance of accumulating merit over sin. By fostering moral values in families, ancestors contributed to the developm…

…for the 3 Not to kill living being, not to commit adultery, not to tell lies, not to knowingly consume alcohol or intoxicants. The Warm Hearted Family 338 Blessing Our Descendants The Warm Hearted Fam…

Family disputes over property and finances can deteriorate relationships. Ancestors encouraged their descendants to practice generosity, contributing to positive family dynamics. Teaching children to

…y improving themselves, will possess positive thoughts, speech, and actions. When good deeds are accumulated, bad habits will turn into positive ones and they will be creating more of the very best in t…

…aring alms for monks, instill values of gratitude and compassion in both adults and children. By accumulating merit, individuals can enrich their lives and positively impact future generations, emphasiz…

…n of how a person can develop his/her best qualities. In accordance with Buddhist principles, the human "mind" has characteristics that differ from other living beings in this world. They are: 1) The…

The text discusses the significance of the human mind and its potential for growth and purity according to Buddhist principles. It emphasizes that…

…d bring their children to pay respect to the grandparents every night. Then the grandparents would summarize all the good deeds they had done that day in a blessing for their grandchildren. In doing so,…

คำว่าอวยพรในภาษาไทยหมายถึง 'วาระ' ซึ่งแปลว่าเป็นการให้สิ่งที่ดีที่สุดแก่กัน การอวยพรมีความสำคัญในวัฒนธรรมไทย โดยเฉพาะในการส่งผ่านคุณธรรมและความดีงามจากผู้สูงอายุไปยังเยาวชน ผ่านการเล่าเรื่องและพฤติกรร

…ldren to be the caretakers of their fortunes. They are well prepared for their own funerals with accumulated savings and will perform final merit-making before their eternal sleep. After the property ha…

This text discusses how elderly individuals, known as 'The Fruitful Person', prepare for their final days by passing on their possessions to their children. They reflect on their lives with pride, ens

…er alms. That means they always accrue merit by offering alms to monks every morning in order to accumulate provisions for the next life. 2) Doing one’s best to strictly adhere to the Five Precepts e…

The second type of elderly individual, termed 'A Fruitful Person', exemplifies philanthropy and self-sufficiency. These individuals have not only prepared well for their later years but have also enga

Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected increased by at least 300,000 per year while retiremen…

In 1999, Thailand faced a concerning trend where the elderly population being neglected rose by 300,000 annually, while retirement homes could only accept 200 more residents per year. This reflects a

…to for many reasons. 1. Parents serve as the physical mold. They give us the physical form as a human, suitable for performing meritorious deeds. Although they may have not raised us, we still owe o…

The passage highlights the significance of remaining close to a dying parent, suggesting actions like giving Dhamma talks, offering alms, and encouraging chanting to alleviate suffering. It emphasizes

…turmoil for others 3. Meditation practice (Bhāvanāmaya) Mental development through meditation 4. Humility (Apaṭṭhānamaya) Reverence and humility towards others with virtue 5. Aiding others (Veyyāvacc…

This text emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation. It explains how a person's mental state can determine their spiritual fate in the afterlif

…st waiting for death to come, without cultivating merit or anything good, is a waste of a precious human life. 2. Thinking about death with the right view: Death is unavoidable, therefore, before dying…

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

…ering and happiness. Instead, we should prepare for the inevitable suffering with a steady mind. "Human beings were born with inherent forms of suffering which include aging, sickness and death. Everyd…

ชีวิตเป็นการผสมผสานของความทุกข์และความสุข ไม่มีทางหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ได้ พระพุทธเจ้าสอนให้เตรียมใจให้พร้อมรับมือกับความทุกข์ ซึ่งรวมถึงความแก่ ความเจ็บป่วย และความตาย ผู้คนมักจะมองข้ามความทุกข์ด้วยการ

… the temple and practicing virtues. It also encourages monks to try to convince their parents to accumulate merit. -Ordering for Loved Ones -These days, in pursuing their goals in life, most men tend to…

การบวชลูกชายเป็นวิธีที่ช่วยให้พ่อแม่เข้าสู่การบรรลุคุณธรรมและสะสมบุญ เรื่องนี้ชี้ให้เห็นว่าหากพ่อแม่ไม่เริ่มปฏิบัติตามคำแนะนำ พวกเขาจะไม่สามารถสะสมบุญได้อย่างเต็มที่ การเข้าไปที่วัดและปฏิบัติธรรมจึงมี

… And then my decision was swayed. Upon graduation, I was offered a very good job, the workload consumed me, and thoughts of ordination were pushed aside. It must have been my past merit coming to help …

The narrative emphasizes the unexpected nature of life, highlighting the author's struggle to prioritize ordination amidst personal and familial obligations. With deteriorating health in family member

that one can do whenever one wants to. Ordination requires merits accumulated from one’s past life, as well as meeting all the qualifications set out in the discipline sec…

This narrative discusses the importance of familial love and the motivation behind the decision to ordain. The author reflects on moments that brought him close to death, which deepened his desire to

…ast once. And any son who sees it will be very motivated to ordain. The writer has ordained for a number of Buddhist Lents, and I can attest that the joy of ordination is limitless. I have learned that…

The text discusses a poignant poster illustrating a mother and son, emphasizing the importance of ordaining while one's mother is alive, as a symbol of gratitude. The personal experience of the writer

…n who ordains as a Buddhist monk for at least the period of Buddhist Lent. The parents must have accumulated a tremendous amount of virtue. It does not occur often since the first requisite is the willi…

Chapter 35 discusses the rarity and importance of a son ordaining as a monk during Buddhist Lent. It highlights that such a decision reflects the virtue of the family and the son's commitment rather t

Yet there are a number of parents who believe that children should be left free to think and that training them to medi…

…young age, helps children understand the importance of virtue and community. It fosters a sense of humility and prevents the development of large egos. Early training in manners and meditation allows ch…

… possessions to be comfortable. If certain things were taken “Namo tussa bhakavato arahatо summа from us, we will not be able to survive. Even if we sumbud…

…image. They emphasize the significance of not killing, stealing, committing adultery, lying, or consuming intoxicants, as these actions harm not just oneself but also affect the happiness of others. Thr…

…. This is how the Fourth Precept came into existence. How did the Fifth Precept, one shall not consume intoxicants, come into existence? The Lord Buddha gave us these lines of reasoning to contemplate…

This text discusses the Fourth Precept, emphasizing that dishonesty diminishes love and trust. It relates this to the Fifth Precept, which forbids intoxicants, showing how ethical behavior leads to me