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Understanding the Five Precepts and Spiritual Cultivation
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Understanding the Five Precepts and Spiritual Cultivation
Part Seven: Appendixes All of these precepts are meant to decrease kilesa, especially sexual desire and allow us to focus on spiritual cultivation. Five Precepts: five rules of conduct that we can cho
This section discusses the Five Precepts aimed at reducing kilesa, particularly sexual desire, fostering spiritual growth. The Five Precepts include refraining from killing, stealing, sexual misconduc
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 26 the Buddhist scriptures, return to life again. This is an inheritance for the world which the Great Master bestowed to all people. Its knowledge gives us confidence in our meditation
In 'Journey to Joy,' the teachings of the Dhammakaya are unveiled as a source of true happiness and wisdom. The great Master gifts this knowledge to the world, guiding individuals towards self-awarene
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 126 I am Margitta Dietermann and I am 48 years old. I was born in Germany and I left my country with my own young family when I was 26 years old. For more than 22 years now, I'm living
Margitta Dietermann, a 48-year-old psychotherapist originally from Germany, shares her journey of self-discovery after moving to Switzerland with her family. Struggling with self-doubt and the belief
Journey to Joy: Finding Inner Peace
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Journey to Joy: Finding Inner Peace
Journey to Joy 156 my eyes closed, easily and gently. I felt serene and relaxed. By just following the voice of the venerable one, I was happy. A smile appeared on my face automatically. If thoughts i
This passage describes a transformative meditation experience where the author finds deep serenity by following a guide's voice. Using the mantra ‘Samma Arahang,’ they achieve a state of calmness, fee
Journey of Growth: Chaiyaboon's Educational Transition
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Journey of Growth: Chaiyaboon's Educational Transition
In 1950, his father received an order to relocate to Petchaburi. Chaiyaboon had to be separated from the school owner since he was transferring to Aroonpradit School for the fourth grade. After living
In 1950, Chaiyaboon was relocated to Petchaburi, leading to his transition between multiple schools. Living with the generous teacher Samarn Sang-Aroon, he honed his skills in independence and respons
Embracing Contentment
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Embracing Contentment
BE CONTENT Let us be neither blindly ambitious nor greedy. Instead, let us learn modesty and contentment. Greed can turn an honest man into a fraudulent one. I dislike a dishonest person. When you ar
This text emphasizes the significance of being content and modest rather than succumbing to greed. It highlights how greed can lead to dishonesty and misery. By maintaining a pure mind and living simp
The Significance of Ordination in Thai Buddhism
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The Significance of Ordination in Thai Buddhism
Thailand is a Buddhist Society. A large part of our culture stems from Buddhist heritage. Our forefathers handed down to us through the generations, a lasting legacy of humble thought and traditions d
Thailand is deeply rooted in Buddhist culture, with a legacy that promotes moral values. The process of ordination allows individuals to elevate their consciousness and become part of the Buddhist com
Formation of Habits
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Formation of Habits
Formation of Habits • The work which is done in each of the five rooms • Attitude toward the consumption of the four necessities in these rooms • The way to consume the four necessities in these rooms
The text discusses the formation of habits across five key areas of life, emphasizing proper training for cultivating good habits. It highlights attitudes towards necessities and living together, as w
Promoting World Peace Through Inner Peace
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Promoting World Peace Through Inner Peace
ages around the world attend the class ‘Dream in Dream’, the biggest class room in the world. His promotional teachings arouse everyone to be aware of one’s own action against the law of kamma, the un
This text highlights the impact of the 'Dream in Dream' class led by Most Venerable Phrarajbhavanavisudh, encouraging individuals to reflect on their actions in relation to the law of kamma. The medit
Tomorrow The World Will Change
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Tomorrow The World Will Change
Tomorrow The World Will Change Religions for Peace Our global community is comprised of people seeking refuge in various faiths. For the most part, the founder of each religion – be it Buddhism, Chr
Our global community is made up of individuals seeking refuge in different faiths, all promoting love for fellow humans. To adhere to these teachings, we must avoid exploitation and violence. History
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
When we receive fortune, prestige, recognition or happiness, our minds will remain calm, not overwhelmed or attached. A person who is aware of suffering and happiness has trained the mind to be as s
This text discusses the importance of understanding the Three Characteristics of existence: Impermanence, Suffering, and Non-self. It emphasizes that fortune, prestige, and happiness are temporary and
Practicing the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence
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Practicing the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence
The Buddha answered this question in one word: benevolence. That is to say mutual benevolence, the practice the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence (Sāngahavatthu), promote happiness in living togethe
The Buddha highlighted benevolence as key to mutual happiness. The Four Universal Forms include: 1. Giving (Dāna) – sharing wealth and support fosters a positive atmosphere. 2. Pleasant Speech (Piyavā
The Importance of Instructors at YUWA CAMP
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The Importance of Instructors at YUWA CAMP
Instructors with good understanding of children and their nature are indispensable elements of YUWA CAMP. These include priests and mentors with whom children identify and on whom they put their trust
Instructors at YUWA CAMP play a crucial role in children's development by fostering trust and understanding. These mentors, who children identify with, help create a supportive environment essential f
Formation of Good Habits
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Formation of Good Habits
Formation of Habits * The work which is done in each of the five rooms * Attitude toward the consumption of the four necessities in these rooms * The way to consume the four necessities in these rooms
This text discusses the various aspects of habit formation, emphasizing the importance of attitude towards life's necessities, manners in living and working together, and one's approach to livelihood.
Summer Camp Organized by Dhammakaya Foundation
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Summer Camp Organized by Dhammakaya Foundation
SUMMER CAMP During the summer vacation, the younger generation has an opportunity to join a summer camp organized by the Dhammakaya Foundation. Participants receive training on peaceful community livi
During the summer vacation, the younger generation has an opportunity to join a summer camp organized by the Dhammakaya Foundation. Participants receive training on peaceful community living and disco
Meetings with a Dharmar Master
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Meetings with a Dharmar Master
Meetings with a Dharmar Master [With this, he smiles because many of the people in the room are past 50. And they are groaning at the thought that they are passed the meditation stage.] If we can er
In a meeting with a Dharmar Master, the conversation revolves around the path to enlightenment and overcoming defilements. The Master emphasizes that eradicating defilements is essential for reaching
Building Good Habits Through Daily Routines
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Building Good Habits Through Daily Routines
Meetings with a Plummeta Doctor that schedule almost every day. Now this routine usually starts with us simply getting up in the morning. Whatever time that may be, we all get up and start our day.
The text discusses the importance of establishing good habits through daily routines in different spaces of the home. It emphasizes the significance of starting the day well, such as making your bed,
Understanding the Elements of Body and Mind
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Understanding the Elements of Body and Mind
Suzanne Jeffrey perfectly mixed together in the body: earth, water, wind and fire. The earth element is the solid component of flesh, skin, and bone. The water element is the liquid – blood and plasm
This text discusses the four essential elements of the body—earth, water, wind, and fire—and introduces the concept of the mind as a refined, invisible entity that exists only in a living body. It exp
MooThings with a Dhamma Master
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MooThings with a Dhamma Master
MooThings with a Dhamma Master solvent that destroys cells in the body, no matter how we use it. From the medical point of view, cell destruction will continue to increase if we continue to drink. Th
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The Personal Journey of Overcoming Defilements
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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
Defilements are a personal issue, and overcoming them is a vital journey supported by teaching good habits. The moment of birth represents a critical crisis in life. Individuals begin with ignorance a