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The Journey of Candasaro Bhikkhu: A Monk's Path to Enlightenment
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The Journey of Candasaro Bhikkhu: A Monk's Path to Enlightenment
He pondered about what he should do with his life, and came to the conclusion that there was nothing more worthwhile for him to do than pursuing a life of purity by becoming a monk. He made the resolu
Sodh, later known as Candasaro Bhikkhu, decided to pursue a life of purity by ordaining as a monk at the age of 22. He practiced meditation relentlessly and sought the guidance of esteemed teachers ac
The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
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The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
Suzanne Jeffrey Life, of course, is not as neat as these teachings are laid out for you, and we do not always meet life’s stresses, or sufferings, head-on with a Dhamma teaching. When I become frustr
Suzanne Jeffrey reflects on her journey of understanding Dhamma teachings through the wisdom of Luang Por Dattajeevo. She shares insights into dealing with life's challenges, the importance of mindful
Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
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Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey meditation, eating, the funniest exercise program in the entire world and, oh yeah, lining up to do activities which takes us about 45 minutes every time we do it. I have come here to
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses her meditation journey at Dhammakaya Cetiya, emphasizing the importance of patience, which she struggles with. Luang Por Dhammajayo's teachings highlight the need for Right L
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
A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
B RIEF HISTORY 1 In the midst of the daily rush and bustle demanded by modern metropolitan life has grown up a unique cultural centre to encourage and awaken people to the transformation that can be
Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst cultural turbulence, it emphasizes spiritual over material values, aiming for world
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
the Raja inquired why a person might ordain, the response he was given, was as follows. When confronted with one or all of the following four circumstances, a person usually seeks refuge in the monkho
In exploring why individuals may choose to ordain as monks, four key circumstances are highlighted: old age, illness, poverty, and social rejection. These situations often drive individuals to seek re
Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
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Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
Certainly! Here is the extracted text from the image: --- **Introduction** defiled minds. We see our fellow human beings as enemies because of our defined minds. Because of defilements we have feel
This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of humankind, leading to negative emotions such as sadness and a
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
Goals of Life Life goals have three levels: the goal on Earth, the goal in the celestial realm, and the goal beyond (Nirvana). The goal on Earth is to live happily, enjoy good health, be blessed with
Life goals are categorized into three levels: the earthly goal of happiness, good health, and social acceptance; the celestial realm goal, influenced by religious beliefs in afterlife concepts; and th
The Lasting Way to Disseminate and Protect Buddhism
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The Lasting Way to Disseminate and Protect Buddhism
The Lasting Way to Disseminate and Protect Buddhism Working Room To build up wealth Bed Room To build up motivation Bath Room To build up vitality Dining Room To build up life energy Dressing Roo
The text discusses the enduring methods for disseminating and safeguarding Buddhism by training individuals to cultivate motivation, vitality, life energy, insight, and material wealth in the context
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
106. HELP FROM MERIT A layperson asked if she ran into obstacles and was far away from me, what she should do to get help from me (through my power of virtue). I advised her to recall the virtues from
This text offers insights into the power of merit and how it helps individuals overcome obstacles and achieve success. It emphasizes that the virtues gained from good deeds can assist in difficult tim
Embracing the Final Lifetime
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Embracing the Final Lifetime
147. FINAL LIFETIME I reflected on my situation and I perceived that, in one of my past lifetimes, I must have committed certain unwholesome acts that resulted in negative retributions for me. That w
In this text, the author reflects on the challenges encountered in their current life, attributing them to past misdeeds. Recognizing this as the final lifetime, the commitment to performing good deed
Elements of Religious Culture in Buddhism
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Elements of Religious Culture in Buddhism
ขาลพะ ข้อฟ้า ขาดก ชาติ ชาติก่อน ชาติหน้า ชิวาหา ชุมชื่น แชมชื่น ซิ elements of religious culture inherited from the Aryan tradition, with a small proportion from the religion of the Indus Valley. wo
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจองค์ประกอบของวัฒนธรรมทางศาสนาในพระพุทธศาสนาที่สืบทอดมาจากประเพณีอารยันและมีส่วนเล็กน้อยมาจากศาสนาในหุบเขาอินดัส นอกจากนี้ยังมีการกล่าวถึงปรัชญาสำคัญของการเกิดใหม่และความสำคัญของชาติทั้ง
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
MERITS Everybody wants to be rich, beautiful and smart. Nobody wants to be poor, ugly and dumb. But how come some people are born lucky and other are not? The answer is because of ‘merit’, or the lac
Merit is the product of good deeds and serves as a positive energy that can lead to being rich, beautiful, and smart. It encompasses virtue and goodness, influencing one's present and future based on
Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
The opposite of merit is demerit, or ‘sin’. Demerit is the product of bad deeds. Bad deeds cause ‘bad karma’. Demerit is a negative energy that is created when a bad deed is performed: mentally, bodil
The opposite of merit is demerit, representing the consequences of bad deeds which cause negative karma. Both good and bad deeds are governed by the Law of Karma, where actions determine outcomes in t
ชีวิตสมณะ: ความสุขที่แท้จริง
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ชีวิตสมณะ: ความสุขที่แท้จริง
ชีวิตสมณะเป็นชีวิตของผู้มีบุญ พอใจมีความสุขก็จะไม่รู้สึกว่ากรงนั้นยาวนานจะรู้สึกว่าเดี๋ยววันเดี๋ยวคืน วันเวลาผ่านไปเร็ว ถ้าใจไม่มีความทุกข์จะอิ่มเอมใจรสราวฉะไหนก็ไม่มีความสุข นั่นเป็นเรื่องจริง จากประ
ชีวิตสมณะเป็นชีวิตของผู้มีบุญที่มีความสุข ด้วยความสบายใจทำให้วันเวลาผ่านไปอย่างรวดเร็ว หากใจไม่มีความทุกข์ ชีวิตของการเป็นสมณะเป็นชีวิตที่ดีที่สุดที่ไร้เครื่องพันธนาการ เสมือนคำสอนจากประสบการณ์ของหลวง
Understanding Life's Differences Through Buddhism
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Understanding Life's Differences Through Buddhism
with disabilities like deafness or blindness? Why are some people born into a wealthy family while others are born so poor that they cannot even get a drop of their mother's milk? Why are some born in
This text examines profound questions about social and physical inequalities in life, such as wealth disparity and disability. It emphasizes that these variations, though perceived as normal, have dee
War of Existence: The Unconditional Love of Parents
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War of Existence: The Unconditional Love of Parents
"War of Existence." Winning is accomplished by having a clear mind before departing. This is absolutely necessary. Therefore, when our relatives are ill, regardless of our closeness to them or the sev
In 'War of Existence,' the importance of having a clear mind before significant life transitions is emphasized. It underscores the need for caring for ill relatives and teaching children the value of
Understanding Family Dynamics and Challenges
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Understanding Family Dynamics and Challenges
Even before problems arise, if parents discus these topics with their children, lovingly and rationally, their children will understand the immense love parents have for them. This can be the starting
แม้ก่อนที่ปัญหาจะเกิดขึ้น หากผู้ปกครองพูดคุยกับบุตรในหัวข้อต่างๆ อย่างรักใคร่และมีเหตุผล เด็กๆ จะเข้าใจความรักอันมหาศาลที่พ่อแม่มีให้ จึงสามารถเริ่มคิดและทำได้อย่างมีความรับผิดชอบ ครอบครัวที่เผชิญวิกฤ
Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
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Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such
การฝึกอัสเตรีตี้ช่วยให้เราแยกแยะความต้องการและสิ่งที่ต้องการได้ชัดเจน โดยเริ่มจากการใช้ชีวิตในวัดและสวมเสื้อผ้าขาวเพื่อความมีสติและระมัดระวัง การปฏิบัติดังกล่าวนำมาซึ่งความสงบทั้งทางกายและจิตใจ และเมื
Understanding Suffering and Happiness in Family Life
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Understanding Suffering and Happiness in Family Life
Part Five: Truth for the Family Even though we may dislike difficulties and seek only happiness, there is no way to avoid suffering because life is a mixture of suffering and happiness. Instead, we sh
ในชีวิต เราไม่สามารถหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ที่มาพร้อมกับความสุข โดยเฉพาะเมื่อพูดถึงครอบครัว หลายคนมักมีความคาดหวังว่าการมีคู่และบุตรจะนำมาซึ่งความสุข แต่กลับพบกับความรับผิดชอบที่หนักหน่วง เช่น การดูแลและบ