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home there would be a big water basin with a scooper or a cup next to it. If a passerby was thirsty, he could quench his thirst. A simple water basin becomes a basin of value, converting plain water

In our homes, simple acts of kindness, like providing water for passersby, can transform our environment. When parents model good behavior and care, children learn the importance of compassion. This c

Then the maiden took her shuttle-basket and went to her father. He was asleep even as he sat at the loom. Not observing that he was asleep, she presented the shuttle-basket. As she did so, the basket

This narrative recounts the tragic tale of a maiden who inadvertently causes her own death while visiting her father, a weaver. The father, engulfed in grief, seeks the comfort of the Teacher, who hel

Thankings with a Dharma Master ourselves. This is also an important room for economy, as well, because we have to learn to cut back on our spending for clothing and accessories. The last room is the

In this insightful text, a Dharma Master emphasizes the vital role of teachers and parents in shaping children's morality and behaviors. The importance of creating supportive environments in homes and

"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

While a conclusion is proposed here to some extent, it may be useful to examine further implications from the parallel usage of the term 'dhamma' and 'brahma' elsewhere, for it may add further underst

เนื้อหานี้สำรวจการใช้คำว่า 'ดัมมะ' และ 'บราเหมะ' ในวรรณกรรมพุทธศาสนา และการตีความความหมายที่เชื่อมโยงกันของทั้งสองคำ เป็นการศึกษาความสำคัญของการใช้คำที่ขนานกัน ซึ่งสะท้อนถึงสถานะความบริสุทธิ์สูงสุดที่

Chapter 30 How Good Deeds Can Bring Good Outcomes It has always been a challenge to develop human beings to resist the temptations to do bad deeds, and to do good deeds wholeheartedly without any exp

Chapter 30 discusses the challenges of guiding children to embrace good deeds while resisting bad ones. It emphasizes the importance of parents in teaching values and nurturing self-governance in chil

But to be able to control their own behavior, they must fully understand the Law of Kamma. Then, when there is the opportunity to commit bad deeds, and nobody is watching, they will be able to control

Understanding the Law of Kamma is essential for controlling one's behavior and performing good deeds regardless of external recognition. This text emphasizes that comprehending the Law of Kamma aids i

"even when your parents have passed away, your duty as a grateful son or daughter is not finished. Apart from taking responsibility for organizing a fitting funeral, a grateful son and daughter will d

This chapter emphasizes that even after parents have passed away, the duty of a grateful child continues. It highlights the importance of organizing a respectful funeral and conducting meritorious dee

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

28 OCTOBER Kasiha Readam After the discourse, Tambadathika accompanied Venerable Sariputta for some distance and then returned home. On his way home a cow (actually a demon in the guise of a cow) g

After the death of Tambadathika, who was gored by a demon disguised as a cow, the Buddha reveals his rebirth in the Tusita deva world. Despite a life of evil deeds, Tambadathika attained *anūṇa maha*

for who we are: Not in the mirror, but inside of our mind. If we focus on the external, then defilements cloud our mind. We will develop false friendships and these are people around you who have not

In our lives, we encounter both true and false friends. False friends can lead us down destructive paths due to their selfishness, insincerity, and lack of principles. They can contribute to societal

128. MAKE RESOLUTIONS EVEN WHEN MAKING SMALL MERITS Even when you make small merits, make resolutions to never run into fools¹ (immoral people), but to surround yourself with only the virtuous. 129.

การทำบุญถือเป็นโอกาสที่ดีในการตั้งปณิธาน เพื่อให้เราได้อยู่ห่างจากคนที่ไม่ดีและมีชีวิตที่บริสุทธิ์ในทุกช่วงชีวิต การตั้งปณิธานนี้รวมถึงการสร้างความเข้าใจในธรรมะ การมีสุขภาพที่ดี และสามารถทำบุญได้อย่าง

This corresponds to the set of four activities41 belonging to a Stream-attainer (sotāpattiyānga) which brings about other sets of qualities. The titles ‘born of dhamma’ (dhammaja) and ‘created by dham

This content discusses the process of spiritual attainment through dhamma, emphasizing four key activities that lead to the emergence of noble qualities. It highlights how listening to the Buddha's te

activities such as music composing for the 1985 New Year celebration, and exercises on public speaking, advocacy and fundraising for Kathina or robe offerings thus constituted their daily routine. Som

The Yuwakalanayamittra training program has significantly influenced children's lives since its inception. In 1985, activities like music composing and public speaking prepared them for spiritual lead

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

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

**Congratulatory letter** The 60th Dhammachai Education Foundation of Australia and New Zealand has developed an increasing commitment in recent years to the academic study of the Buddhist tradition,

The 60th Dhammachai Education Foundation of Australia and New Zealand has strengthened its commitment to studying the Buddhist tradition. The foundation established the Dhammachai International Resear

12 I have permitted you to take the robe and divide it among you." The Buddha continued, "Craving is, indeed, a grievous matter among living beings here in the world. Even as rust which springs from

The Buddha emphasizes that craving is a significant source of suffering in the world. Just as rust deteriorates iron, craving corrodes the essence of living beings, leading to negative consequences su

Suzanne Jeffrey fish would come to the road and Luang Pu would feed the fish and give them a blessing. That created good boon for the fish, the family, and Luang Por. When he grew up, then, the Dhamm

This text discusses how early Dhamma teachings and the support of family can influence a child's mindfulness and ethical behavior. It reflects on the challenges of modern society where distractions li

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