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118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin

Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona

As demonstrated, the Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras changed a concept of enlightenment from "adapting a monastic lifestyle and practicing meditation extremely" to "accumulating good karma in daily life." This

The Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras redefined the concept of enlightenment in Buddhism, moving away from the traditional focus on monastic practices and extreme meditation. Instead, it emphasized the importance

The Virtue of Absorbing 1. Udaya Sutta Over and over, the seeds all get planted; Over and over, the rain - god sprinkles rain. Over and over, the farmer farms the field; Over and over, the food grows

The Udaya Sutta discusses the cyclical nature of life, where actions lead to results. It emphasizes the importance of wisdom in breaking the cycle of birth and death. Those who gain true understanding

Palestinian legislative elections to proceed credibly — but then led to an immediate American effort to overturn the result through any possible means. The Bush administration’s short attention span f

The text discusses the complications surrounding the Palestinian legislative elections and the subsequent U.S. effort to undermine the democratic outcome, particularly emphasizing the Bush administrat

Rice gave a more detailed explanation of the American approach to democratic reform in a speech in Cairo in June 2005. In January 2006, the United States went further: it canceled a meeting planned to

In a speech in Cairo in June 2005, Rice underscored U.S. democratic reform measures. The U.S. reacted to Egypt's governance by canceling a free-trade agreement due to human rights concerns. While some

Dealing With the New Middle East The Bush administration's attempt to shape a new Middle East has been a major factor in the emergence of the new and extremely problematic realities we have discussed

The Bush administration's policies have complicated the realities in the Middle East. A new approach is needed, prioritizing diplomacy and a clear understanding of U.S. limits in the region. Confronta

But it is impossible to turn back the clock to more propitious circumstances. The biggest tension—between integrating Hamas and denying the movement its proclaimed goal of destroying Israel—can only b

The text discusses the challenges of integrating Hamas while managing its actions against Israel. It stresses the importance of regional pressures and U.S. support for a unified Palestinian government

38 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST must be clearly defined; in the Middle East, the concept of democracy promotion has fluctuated from aggressive rhetoric of regime overthrow at one extreme to small, little noti

The text discusses the fluctuating concept of democracy promotion in the Middle East, highlighting the confusion between promoting democracy and regime overthrow. It emphasizes the need for the U.S. t

After thrice marching round it he said, “My lord, the thieves went down into this tank,” and taking out the treasure, as if he had deposited it there himself, he gave it to the king and said, “My lord

This excerpt from The Favorite Jataka illustrates a dialogue between a king and a youth who has recovered treasure from thieves. The king, overwhelmed with appreciation for the recovery, demands the c

Suzanne Jeffrey to find the time to really look inside of yourself: Be calm and look inside. You should sleep in the sea of boon, wake up in the sea of boon, and still your mind. Make yourself calm an

This text emphasizes the need for self-reflection and continuous meditation to achieve inner calm and happiness. It highlights the teachings of the Buddha that encourage self-improvement and fostering

The Victure of Aousiving 6 1. Udaya Sutta¹ Breaking the Cycle The origin is Śāvatthi. The Blessed One putting on robes in the morning and taking bowl and robes approached the Brahmin Udaya’s house.

This text recounts the story of the Blessed One visiting Brahmin Udaya's house three times in a single day for alms, receiving rice each time. Udaya's annoyance at the repeated visits brings forth a d

Let my masters, the executioners, wait till I have visited my friends and advisers, my kinsmen by blood, in this or that village or town, and come back " ? Or would the executioners cut off the head o

This text delves into a philosophical discourse about the inevitability of death and the moral implications of one's actions. It contrasts the yearning for a reprieve from execution with the notion th

10. 'Even though Master Kassapa says so, it still appears to me that not one of these things exists. ' 'Have you any further evidence, prince ?' . . . 'I have, Master Kassapa. ' 'As how ? ' 'Here it i

In a thought-provoking dialogue, a prince challenges Master Kassapa's assertions about the existence of a spiritual realm. The prince draws upon personal experiences with friends who lived virtuous li

This Life Next Life 30 In this way, Prince, is the other world to be seen, and not, even as you imagine, by this fleshly eye. Let this be a proof to you that there is another world, that there are b

In this text, Prince questions Master Kassapa about the existence of another world and the nature of existence beyond death. The discussion revolves around the moral behavior of Wanderers and Brahmins

once dead, they will be better off, that they are fond of life, averse from dying, fond of happiness, disinclined for sorrow. This, Master Kassapa, is for me evidence that there is no other world, no

This text discusses the human inclination towards life and happiness while fearing death and sorrow. It presents a simile involving a brahmin with two wives and the devastating consequences of greed w

Inflict on him what penalty you wish. " And I should say: - " Well then, my masters, throw this man alive into a jar; close the mouth of it and cover it over with wet leather, put over that a thick ce

In this dialogue, the speaker challenges beliefs about the soul and an afterlife through a vivid imagery of a man's punishment. A scenario involving sealing a man in a jar and observing whether his so

67. ONE DROP AT A TIME FILLS UP A JAR Together, each tiny 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, you

This 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 pur

Suzanne Jeffrey ample, of sitting for long periods of time in meditation. We must also be patient toward the imperfection of others. And we must practice this. Why? Because this helps us correct the

In this enlightening text, the author reflects on the journey of self-improvement over a span of thirty-nine years under the guidance of Luang Por Dhammajayo. Through meditation, the author addresses

This Life Next Life ISBN : 978-616-91637-2-5 Research : Siripunno English editor : Dr. Apiraporn Vasavakul Illustration : WWW.DMC.TV Graphic Design : Mr. Wittaya Suttisiriyothin First Edit

This Life Next Life is a comprehensive exploration of Buddhist teachings and principles related to moral and spiritual development. Compiled by Siripunno and edited by Dr. Apiraporn Vasavakul, this bo

It is just as if a farmer, Prince, were to enter a wood taking with him plough and seed, and were there, in an untilled tract, in unfavourable soil, among unprouted stumps, to plant seeds that were br

In this passage, Master Kassapa illustrates the difference between ineffective sacrifices and those that are rooted in right intention and character. A farmer with poor seeds and unfavorable condition