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Part Five: Truth for the Family 2. Ideally, he/she should be extremely intelligent, exceptionally virtuous, exceedingly knowledgeable of the truths about life (be enlightened), and all his knowledge m

In this passage, we delve into the qualities of an ideal mentor and the essence of the Buddha's teachings. The ideal mentor is someone who is not only intelligent and virtuous but also knowledgeable f

At the end of the discourse, Anathapindika, the father of Culasubbhadda, approached the Buddha to invite him to have alms-food in his house the following day. But the Buddha replied that he had alread

In a profound dialogue, Anathapindika invites the Buddha for alms, but the Buddha declines, stating a prior commitment to Culasubbhadda. Confused, Anathapindika points out the geographical distance. T

"Through meditation, we learn that we need to follow the eightfold path in order to meditate more profoundly and to continually improve. Every part of this path supports the other. For example, Right

Through meditation, following the Eightfold Path is essential for deeper practice and improvement. Each aspect of the path reinforces the others, aiding in cultivating better meditation. Adherence to

The Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) is a research institute that traces the roots of the Buddha’s teachings back to original manuscripts with the aim of finding true and clear evide

The Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) is dedicated to tracing the origins of the Buddha's teachings, aiming to discover clear evidence of early Dhamma practices. Established by the 60

family members fight over property or money. This causes the decline of the very best in the family and problems can only increase. Since our ancestors fully understood this fact, they led their desc

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

DMC Channel The positive televised media, which has been initiated by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo under the name DMC (Dhammakaya Media Channel), has brought benefits to many diverse audiences. At the mom

DMC Channel, initiated by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, broadcasts 24/7 globally, providing diverse programs beneficial to audiences of all ages. With translations in multiple languages, DMC serves as a worl

An Ancient Secret for the New Millennium Students attend a single class, which is composed of men and women of all ages and religious beliefs, where they watch, meditate, and learn about the Dhamma. T

In a unique class, men and women of various ages and beliefs gather to meditate and learn about Dhamma, leading to significant transformations in their lives. As students share their experiences and s

Journey to Joy 128 anger, dissatisfaction in life, depression, physical dysfunctions, burning out symptoms and different stages of inner and outer conflicts, mainly showing up in their partnerships an

In 'Journey to Joy', the focus is on addressing the negative emotions and conflicts in life, particularly those manifesting in family and partnership dynamics. The text emphasizes the importance of te

Journey to Joy By meditating in the group and by training with the Teaching Monks, I always get inspired to exercise meditation regularly at home, each day at least 30 minutes in the morning and 30 mi

In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares personal experiences of meditation and the importance of regular practice. Inspired by teachings from monastic practices, the daily schedule includes morning and

What then is the difference between a monk, and a regular beggar on the street? Monks also depend on alms gathering, and although this same word is used for beggars, the act in itself, is entirely dif

The text discusses the fundamental differences between monks and street beggars. While both seek alms, begging for monks is an act of humility and dignity, whereas for beggars it often signifies despe

8. Bhojana Sutta: A Meal "In giving a meal, the donor gives five things to the recipient Which five? He/she gives life, beauty, happiness, strength, & quick - wittedness. Having given life, he/sh

The Bhojana Sutta highlights the spiritual significance of giving a meal, describing how the donor, by providing food, imparts five essential qualities to the recipient: life, beauty, happiness, stren

The image contains three pictures, each depicting people involved in religious or spiritual activities, probably in a Buddhist setting. The text content is not visible or is not the primary focus, but

This content showcases three images capturing the essence of Buddhist spiritual practices. The top image features a monk leading meditation on a raised platform, guiding a group seated on mats in a tr

"First, we must try to go to them indirectly. Do you see? We will only be here for seven days so we must be patient. We should always train ourselves to speak kindly and by doing this, we will gain bi

This text emphasizes the significance of patience and kindness according to Buddha's teachings during a week of meditation while following the eight precepts. It highlights the importance of good mann

The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism began in 1999-2007, with a total of 71 classes completing the Programme. There have been 8.090 monks from 5.833 temples, from across the countr

The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism, initiated from 1999 to 2007, has successfully trained 8,090 monks from 5,833 temples across Thailand, promoting the teachings of the Buddha. T

Later on, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo reflected his thoughts on ordination that: “Ordaining as a Buddhist monk is not an easy task, just simply donning a saffron robe is not enough. One must train oneself t

Luang Phaw Dhammajayo reflects that ordaining as a monk requires more than just wearing the robe; it involves training to take on the 227 precepts and adhering to monk's disciplines. His commitment to

Dhamma Teaching on Sunday Every Sunday, those who come to visit Wat Phra Dhammakaya will be impressed from seeing people in white with joyful minds. The image of everyone, from all walks of life rega

Every Sunday, visitors to Wat Phra Dhammakaya are welcomed by joyful practitioners meditating together in harmony. Individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and languages come together, embodyin

Currently, every Sunday, about 10,000 people come to meditate at the temple. Usually the first Sunday of every month there are about 30,000 people. On Buddhist auspicious days, such as Magha Puja Day,

ขณะนี้ ทุกวันอาทิตย์มีผู้มาทำสมาธิที่วัดประมาณ 10,000 คน โดยเฉพาะวันอาทิตย์แรกของเดือนจะมีประมาณ 30,000 คน ในวันสำคัญทางพุทธศาสนา เช่น วันมาฆบูชา วันวิสาขบูชา หรือพิธีกรรมกฐิน จะมีพิธีพิเศษในช่วงบ่าย

after I leave this world, my Teaching (the Dhamma) will be your teacher in my place.” The Buddha blessed us with his Teachings and his sense of Discipline to carry us forward in his place. The gifts

After leaving this world, the Buddha offered the teachings of the Dhamma as a guide for his followers. His teachings have withstood the test of time, showcasing their timeless relevance. The commitmen

66 The Virtue of Approving 7. Velāma Sutta "Now, householder, if the thought should occur to you, 'Perhaps it was someone else who at that time was Velāma the brahman, who gave that gift, t

In the Velāma Sutta, the householder is reminded that true merit comes not from the quantity or grandeur of gifts, but from the character and realization of those who receive them. The teaching emphas

Visualization of the Buddhas: The Interfusion of the Chinese and Indian Cultures in Central Asia as Reflected in a Fifth Century Apocryphal Sutra." PhD Dissertation. Yale University. Yamabe, Nobuyoshi

This dissertation examines the merging of Chinese and Indian influences in Central Asia, particularly through apocryphal Buddhist texts. It also discusses various publications that delve into Buddhist