หน้าหนังสือทั้งหมด

Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
15
Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey concentrate on the inside, or inside our center, it is impossible for kilesa to exist. Whenever you are angry, your mind goes outside. It is easy to get hooked, easy to be angry. The
…editation is emphasized, illustrating how external attachments can detract from our inner peace and understanding. By understanding and practicing these principles, individuals can foster a positive cycle of goodn…
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
28
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
…know that He needed to find a way to end suffering forever. Therefore, after seeing the ascetic and understanding the reasons for this type of life, He became a monk and went on His journey to find the answer to H…
…alogue between different spiritual paths. This exploration encourages individuals to seek their own understanding of life, suffering, and the unknown factors within themselves, promoting a personal journey toward …
Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
43
Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
… bad habits, follow us into the next life. “We must, then, do two things. First we must have right understanding. We cannot blame others for the habits that we have formulated for ourselves! We are fighting again…
…ifest in the mind from birth and lead to bad habits and suffering. It emphasizes the need for right understanding and mind control, urging practitioners to avoid material distractions and focus internally during m…
Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
48
Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
…ch encounter we have with each person we meet has an outcome. This is why in knowing, learning, and understanding the eightfold path, each person will be able to overcome unhappiness and realize the ‘Path’ that th…
…y is distinct, the universal qualities remain unchanged. The discourse highlights the importance of understanding one's personal baggage derived from various sociological affiliations and stresses that overcoming …
Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
51
Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
…lowing the path’, this does not mean we are all in the same path at the same time, or have the same understanding of it. This is why we cannot be critical of one another on our journey, and we must always have lov…
…rtance of compassion and support among practitioners. The journey is not the same for everyone, and understanding this diversity can lead to deeper connections and collective growth. Remember to spread loving-kind…
Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
59
Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
“Our brain (the five senses actually) takes in information in this way: Perception, Memorization, Thinking, Knowing or Cognition. Perception, of course, starts the process by an action happening to us
…ach stage, emphasizing the depth required in thinking and the pitfalls of rote memorization without understanding. Additionally, it critiques the current societal trend of discouraging critical thinking, suggestin…
Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
75
Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
Meeting #13 04 March 2010 – International Buddhist Association Building Luang Por has agreed to meet with the members of the Peace Revolution Conference for a Dhamma talk and a question/answer sessio
…experiences and the relationship between body, mind, and Dhamma. Observing attendees, he emphasizes understanding one's mind through meditation. He encourages exploring the nature of existence and meditation's ins…
Exploring the Nature of the Mind
80
Exploring the Nature of the Mind
Suzanne Jeffrey It is not something to see with the eyes, so you must meditate and practice and see it for yourself. The mind is at the seventh base, and is approximately the size of an eye socket. I
This text discusses the importance of meditation and self-awareness in understanding the mind. It highlights how our perceptions affect our knowledge and the various challenges like he…
Overcoming Bad Habits Through Meditation and Good Teacher Guidance
99
Overcoming Bad Habits Through Meditation and Good Teacher Guidance
… teachers); (2) Listen to the Dhamma (listen to the teaching clearly and thoroughly); (3) Seek true understanding of the teaching of those teachers; and (4) Follow those teachings completely. “The fifth principle…
…ive precepts, which include associating with good people, listening to the Dhamma, and seeking true understanding. The importance of a teacher who exemplifies virtue and discipline is emphasized, alongside the res…
The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
101
The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
…student, finding some way to make the information vital for their lives, according to the student’s understanding. The teacher must prioritize the teaching so that all relevant information is given, and finally th…
…their education. Fundamental questions like 'What?', 'Why?', and 'How?' are emphasized for a deeper understanding of the curriculum. The goal is to cultivate self-reliance through knowledge acquisition, drawing fr…
Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
105
Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey Sensation Memory Thought Wisdom Illustration #8 and amalgamate them for true understanding. "Of course, the mind works properly if all things are working properly. But, as we are aware, not…
This passage discusses the workings of the mind and the importance of meditation for achieving true understanding. It emphasizes that the mind functions properly only when all inputs are correct, highlighting that…
The Personal Journey of Overcoming Defilements
109
The Personal Journey of Overcoming Defilements
Suzanne Jeffrey Defilements are individual, so getting rid of defilements is a personal journey. But we, as teachers, can help if we teach students good habits. Defilements can force the mind to thin
…necessary. Questions regarding purity and intent, such as the reasons behind eating, are crucial to understanding one’s habits. Elements like quality, quantity, technique, timing, and environment significantly imp…
The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
111
The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
Suzanne Jeffrey tions, although in the beginning of our life, when we are developing our habits, our six directions give us total input - in other words, we are in-taking all the information that wil
…pment through six directions, emphasizing the role of ethical living and the teachings of Buddha in understanding one's mind and actions. It highlights the significance of the Eightfold Noble Path, which offers gu…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
114
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master systemized, or categorized, the Dhamma, and he was able to individualize the lessons so that the people He was talking to would have the ears to hear, and the wisdom to
… Buddha demonstrated patience with his students, teachers today must equally nurture each learner's understanding. Ordination allows men to expand their horizons and engage in good works, whereas marriage may limi…
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
121
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
Suzanne Jeffrey " Meditation and concentration help us to discover and understand all of this. One of our jobs, as you well know, is to train the future leaders so that they will understand this, too
In this discourse, Suzanne Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of meditation and concentration in understanding Kamma, which refers to the actions we take and their intentions. We are tasked with training future…
The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
132
The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
Suzanne Jeffrey The Reality of Life: We get this picture from our parents. Our birth is the most critical time, and the weakest time, of our life. Because the four elements are impure, we realize tha
In 'The Reality of Life,' Suzanne Jeffrey delves into how our early upbringing shapes our understanding and actions. The text emphasizes how our birth is a vulnerable point characterized by defilements t…
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
158
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
…nd people never understand its true meaning. It simply means "Action with Intention." In an initial understanding of the Law of Kamma, you need to have intention in order to create it. Different actions with diffe…
… association with virtue in Thai culture. This content aims to guide readers toward mindfulness and understanding of these teachings for a balanced life.
The Transformative Power of Meditation
17
The Transformative Power of Meditation
…bjectively instead of being caught up in the blur of shifting events in the world. Thus, clarity of understanding and the wisdom to deal with social problems are the transforming factors by which meditation can ma…
…ds to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understanding of the world. This clarity fosters wisdom to address societal issues and contributes to world peace…
The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
14
The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
…and receives many benefits for his present life. Furthermore, he gains knowledge, wisdom, a greater understanding of the world, both socially and economically as well as physical, mental and spiritual well-being. …
…re existence. In addition to spiritual benefits, ordination fosters knowledge, wisdom, and a better understanding of societal and economic dynamics. It also contributes to one's physical, mental, and spiritual wel…
The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
24
The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
…of age even after listening only briefly to the teachings of Lord Buddha was immediately capable of understanding the existence of suffering in the world, and thus decided to be ordained without any hesitation. Ev…
…e Buddha's teachings and achieved Arahant status. Such motivations often stem from faith and a deep understanding of suffering in the world. The sacrifices made for a life free from worldly possessions are emphasi…