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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 ke…
This text discusses the four virtues that foster personal development. The first virtue emphasizes continuous self-improvement to advan…
The Purification of Offerings in Dakhināvíbhanga Sutta
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The Purification of Offerings in Dakhināvíbhanga Sutta
54 The Virtue of Absolving 6. Dakhināvíbhanga Sutta 13. "And how is the offering purified both by the giver an…
…eceiver. It delineates scenarios: when a virtuous giver offers to an immoral recipient, the giver's virtue purifies the offering; conversely, when an immoral giver offers to a virtuous recipient, the recipi…
Objectives of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Objectives of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…omote social harmony through the practice of meditation -- to promote in world society a culture of virtue and morality irrespective of gender, race, language or religion and belief. Objects and purposes of…
The Dhammakaya Foundation aims to foster social harmony through meditation and promote a culture of virtue and morality across diverse demographics. Its main objectives are to provide meditation and cultura…
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 ke…
In this chapter, the author discusses the essential virtues for self-improvement and personal growth. The second virtue emphasizes the importance of continuou…
The Importance of Virtue and Association
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The Importance of Virtue and Association
32. ALL THINGS MUST BE BASED UPON VIRTUE Those ignorant ones, who have no virtue yet desire fame, power and prestige, are doomed to fail in …
This text emphasizes that ambition without virtue leads to failure. The author reflects on a life built on merit and caution against desiring others'…
Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
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Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
…iny drop of water can fill up a big jar. Likewise, each act of good deed will fill up your "jar" of virtue. But with no good deed done at all, your "jar" of virtue is empty. Never be lazy or preoccupied wit…
…text emphasizes the importance of small, consistent good deeds as a means of filling one's 'jar' of virtue. It highlights that personal efforts and merits shape one's fate, advocating for the pursuit of mer…
Embracing Virtue and Avoiding Harm
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Embracing Virtue and Avoiding Harm
… THE FLAG OF VICTORY We are extremely fortunate to be born a human being. We are born to pursue virtue, to build spiritual benefits. So take this opportunity to accumulate only good things for yoursel…
…text emphasizes the importance of being human and the opportunity to build spiritual assets through virtue. The author shares personal experiences of adhering to the Five and Eight Precepts, discussing the …
Quality of Mind: Mankind's Most Precious Resource
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Quality of Mind: Mankind's Most Precious Resource
… the quality of the human mind there are two major components which are (a) the instilling of human virtue; and (b) the practice of meditation to purify the mind. If either virtue or meditation is absent, t…
…me and moral vacuums plaguing society. True fulfillment stems from elevating the human mind through virtue and meditation. Without these elements, individuals struggle with societal challenges, particularly…
Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
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Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
…f you close the bridge, then the person cannot encroach. This is the biggest weakness that plagues virtue seekers. It is an obstacle that inhibits the path to Perfections. For such little gain, one can los…
…itual path. Many have faltered due to intimacy, making prevention essential. Maintaining purity and virtue will enable clearer insight and the ability to overcome obstacles. The advice remains relevant: abs…
The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
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The Essence of Modesty and Virtue
… her student Luang Por Dhammapanyo, current Abbot of the Dhamma- [rest is cut off]* 31. BUILD MORE VIRTUES We are born to pursue virtue. I have been doing good deeds and building up my virtue little by lit…
This text reflects on the values of modesty and the pursuit of virtue through consistent good deeds. The author shares experiences from their time at Wat Paknam, where h…
Understanding Dhammakāya and its Significance in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhammakāya and its Significance in Buddhism
…mmakāya as being succeeded or prosperous with treasured qualities (guṇa-ratana) such as the body of virtue (silakkhandha) that is pure in all respects, “yopi so bhagavā… sabbākaraparisuddha- silakkhandhādia…
…ma-vinaya as a guiding principle and discusses dhammakāya's association with special qualities like virtue, concentration, and wisdom. The text delves into complex nuances of how these qualities relate to p…
Raising Smart and Virtuous Children
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Raising Smart and Virtuous Children
… projects, using minimal time and resources, which is a great asset in any environment. This is how virtue translates into intelligence; it is through the examples set by people around them. **Conclusion**…
…children away from immorality, parents cultivate an environment of wholesomeness. This resonance of virtue and intelligence prepares children to face modern societal challenges confidently. Parents should a…
Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
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Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
…bitter ending" or "Sweet mouth, sour bottom." 4th Level: Beauty of Mind - This is the beauty of the virtue within a person, which can be expressed through the many aspects of all the responsibilities that p…
…responsibilities. It highlights the necessity of marriage counselors, or 'elders,' who possess deep virtue and can navigate family issues based on their experiences. The importance of finding suitable spous…
DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
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DhaKma: Your Path to Self-Reliance and Prosperity
…aged to survive everything because I have Dhamma as my refuge. May 5, 1980 10. LOVE YOURSELF Build virtue. When your merit is as big as a mountain, your obstacles will have no effect on you. Your goodness …
…arma as a refuge, one can navigate life’s challenges. The key to a prosperous life lies in building virtue and accumulating merit. This journey of self-improvement and positivity creates 'blessings' that en…
The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
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The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
… problems and sufferings that arise due to selfishness and bias, structural education that develops virtue and morality will lead each individual to recognise the sufferings caused by their own selfishness …
…Bias manifests in love, anger, wrong views, and fear, disrupting peace. Without education promoting virtue, selfishness and bias perpetuate suffering. Educating individuals about the impacts of their action…
Truth for the Family: Dhamma Teachings
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Truth for the Family: Dhamma Teachings
…ed that there was a set of teachings specifically tailored for householders. They include four main virtues, which are: 1. Truthfulness (sacca): This first virtue taught me to be sincere, straight-forward, …
Part Five discusses essential virtues for householders taught in Dhamma, emphasizing truthfulness, self-improvement, and enduring hardsh…
The Importance of Elders in Marriage Guidance
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The Importance of Elders in Marriage Guidance
…ey can bring their morals to a higher level. Otherwise, they will lack the knowledge, ability and virtue to handle all the duties that marriage will bring them. They must be able to look after themselve…
เพื่อให้การแต่งงานประสบความสำเร็จ จำเป็นต้องมีผู้แนะนำที่รู้จริงซึ่งมักจะเป็นผู้สูงอายุที่มีคุณธรรม พวกเขาสามารถให้คำปรึกษาในเรื่องการเลือกคู่ การทำหน้าที่ของคู่สมรส และการทำงานในชุมชน นอกจากนี้ คู่สม
The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
…uddha image earns the following types of merit: 1) The contributor develops increased morality and virtue. 2) Because the contribution empowers other individuals to perform good deeds, the contributor wil…
…itual knowledge. Contributing to Buddha images grants immense merit: it enhances morality, inspires virtues in others, creates lasting reverence across lifetimes, aids in avoiding non-virtue, ensures rebirt…
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
…h her faith and confidence in the power of merit5, told the team that the power of their collective virtue and merit would lead them to "celestial wealth" and would attract benevolent people to help them ac…
… faith in the power of merit, Khun Yai inspires her team to believe in the potential for collective virtue to attract support. Her optimism motivates them to pursue their dream of a space dedicated to teach…
The Power of a Purified Mind
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The Power of a Purified Mind
… merit to our name, we would still achieve success. In this life, my mind is fixed on the quest for virtue and merit. The one thing which concerns me is that my merit will be less than other people’s. This …
…idea that with merit, one can overcome obstacles and achieve success, asserting that the pursuit of virtue is essential for personal growth. Ultimately, having faith in one's accumulated merit is crucial fo…