หน้าหนังสือทั้งหมด

Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta - The Worthiness of Gifts
12
Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta - The Worthiness of Gifts
2. Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta Bhikkhus, these five are unworthy gifts. What five ? Giving disrespectfully, giving without heart and thought, not giving with one’s own hand, giving something which is to be d
The Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta explains the nature of giving in Buddhism, distinguishing between unworthy and worthy gifts. Unworthy gifts include those given disrespectfully, without thought, not given from
The Voice of Abandoning: Velama Sutta
60
The Voice of Abandoning: Velama Sutta
The Voice of Abandoning 7. Velama Sutta "Householder, regardless of whether a gift is coarse or refined, if it is given inattentively, disrespectfully, not with one's own hand, as if throwing it away
In the Velama Sutta, the Buddha emphasizes the importance of the quality of gifts over their material worth. Whether a gift is simple or elaborate, the intention behind it matters greatly. Gifts given
The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
35
The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
live with them from the time we are born. Each one of these groups shapes our character, our basic nature, and that is why we teach that the very first, of the thirty-eight blessings in this life is t
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจบทบาทที่สำคัญของกลุ่มคนต่างๆ ในการกำหนดลักษณะและธรรมชาติของเรา เริ่มต้นจากพ่อแม่ที่สอนและดูแลเรา ต่อมาคือครูที่ให้ความรู้และสอนให้เราเรียนรู้ที่จะสังคม รวมถึงบทบาทของคู่ชีวิตและเพื่อนที
The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
50
The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
The Eightfold Noble Path For Attaining Dhamma 1. Samma Ditti - Right View and Understanding 2. Samma Sanggappa - Right Thought 3. Samma Waja - Right Speech 4. Samma Gammanda - Right Action 5. Samma A
The Eightfold Noble Path consists of eight practices that guide individuals towards the attainment of Dhamma. Each aspect emphasizes practical and mindful approaches to living, including Right View, R
Meetings with a Dharma Master
52
Meetings with a Dharma Master
Meetings with a Dharma Master each of our social groups. But, as our understanding becomes more refined, our journey within each group becomes more unified because of our understanding – our Right Vi
In this insightful discussion, a Dharma Master emphasizes the importance of refined understanding within social groups. As individuals cultivate Right View, their journey becomes more unified, leading
Refocusing Wat's Mission for Global Peace
71
Refocusing Wat's Mission for Global Peace
Suzanne Jeffrey predominantly by Thai people, and cater to the Thai population. Luang Por begins by saying that even though there are centers around the world, if the Wat really wants to gauge its’ s
In this meeting, Luang Por highlights the need for the Wat to refocus on its foundational mission of achieving World Peace through Inner Peace. He expresses concern over the limited participation of l
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
141
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
Networking with a Dharma Politizer We worship money as God and morality is lost. When we do this, we begin to associate with ‘bad’ people, or people who lead us away from the very thing that would he
In examining the decline of empires, we find a key factor in the worship of money, leading to a loss of morality. This disintegration results in laziness and dependency on society. Understanding the R
Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
157
Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
Sucone Jeffray life, and depend on ourselves. They usually live for a really, really, really long time (like hundreds of thousands of years) until they deplete their good kamma. Dhamma – (Sanskrit:
The text discusses the concepts of Dhamma, meditation, and the Eightfold Noble Path as essential elements leading to true understanding and happiness. It emphasizes that true nature and enlightenment
Taking the Long-Term View in Life
69
Taking the Long-Term View in Life
95. TAKE THE LONG TERM VIEW I am someone who takes the long term view (seeing beyond this life). Nothing can be taken with us after death except our merit and demerit. Accumulate as much merit as you
The text emphasizes the significance of adopting a long-term viewpoint, where the accumulation of merit becomes paramount. It suggests that upon death, only merit and demerit accompany us, urging indi
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
57
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
စัทธ Sambhā achievement of faith สัณฐานหรือรูปทรงของมโนติ shape of mental object สัตว์ทั้งหลายมีกรรมเป็นของตน all beings have kamma of their own สันสกฤต Sanskrit, another ancient language used in I
This text provides important insights into various Buddhist concepts including the achievement of faith (စัทธ Sambhā), the nature of mental objects, the principle that all beings possess their own kar
Ten Perfected Virtues and Right View
80
Ten Perfected Virtues and Right View
Ten Perfected Virtues (Paramis): 1. Dana giving, charitable act, generosity 2. Sila morality, ethics, precepts 3. Nekkhamma renunciation; relinquishment of worldly possessions 4. Panna wisdom 5. Viriy
This text outlines the Ten Perfected Virtues (Paramis) in Buddhism, emphasizing the significance of Dana (generosity), Sila (morality), and other virtues for a moral life. It explores Sammadhitti or R
Establishment of Rules in the Pāṭimokkha
3
Establishment of Rules in the Pāṭimokkha
Abstract: When Were the Rules in the Pāṭimokkha Established? by THANAVUDDHO BHIKKHU Many modern scholars in both the East and West share the view that most of the content in the Vinayapitaka, t
This article by THANAVUDDHO BHIKKHU discusses the establishment of monastic rules in the Pāṭimokkha, challenging the view that these rules were developed post-Buddha. Through comparative studies of va
The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
4
The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
Unlike the *Sutta*, once any rule of the *Pāṭimokkha* has been set down, it will affect the daily life of all monks. If any monk breaks it, he must admit for his offence. Therefore, it is hard to imag
The Pāṭimokkha rules, once established, significantly influence the daily lives of monks within the sangha. Any monk who breaks these rules must confess to the offense, which underscores the importanc
Meditation Techniques for Mindfulness
88
Meditation Techniques for Mindfulness
Simply maintain your mind, softly, and gently, in the middle of your abdomen. The way that you focus your mind at the centre of the body, is by comparing it to the lightness, and gentleness of a bird'
This text outlines techniques for focusing the mind during meditation, comparing the experience to a feather gently touching water. It emphasizes relaxation at the center of the abdomen, using visuali
Challenges in Modern Family Life
26
Challenges in Modern Family Life
Part One: Family Life 3. Disinterest or Disengagement: In modern society, many parents are becoming disinterested or disengaged in raising their own children and couples are becoming more disintereste
Part One discusses disinterest and selfishness in family dynamics, leading to a generation lacking firm guidance. Parents express fatigue in enforcing rules, while selfishness complicates sharing resp
Raising Our Children to be Good People
68
Raising Our Children to be Good People
attend; we just need them to be in a good and positive environment. Being the number one student in class does not mean that student will become the richest person in the world. Knowledge from textboo
การเลี้ยงดูเด็กให้เป็นคนดีนั้นขึ้นอยู่กับสภาพแวดล้อมที่ดีและการเลือกมิตรที่ดี การศึกษาในตำราเรียนไม่เพียงพอที่จะนำไปสู่ความสำเร็จ แต่ยังต้องมีความเคารพและการกระทำที่ถูกต้อง มงคลสูตรชี้ให้เห็นว่าควรหลี
Four Types of Families and Child Upbringing
51
Four Types of Families and Child Upbringing
In some families, we see virtuous parents have intelligent children, but the parents do not know how to raise them. As a result, the children turn out to be troublesome and the parents are puzzled ove
In family dynamics, virtuous parents often face challenges in raising intelligent children due to a lack of knowledge or time. Four family types emerge: those with time but no knowledge, knowledge but
Ordaining for One's Parents Brings Merit
151
Ordaining for One's Parents Brings Merit
informed of right and wrong. In elevating their moral standards, they will gain more merits. And finally, while at the temple, they will see that other people are observing the precepts and practicing
การบวชเพื่อพ่อแม่ไม่เพียงแต่เพิ่มคุณงามความดีให้กับตนเอง แต่ยังส่งผลให้พ่อแม่ได้มีโอกาสฝึกปฏิบัติธรรมมากขึ้น ข้อความนี้ชี้ให้เห็นว่าการสอนและพูดคุยระหว่างพระกับพ่อแม่สามารถกระตุ้นให้ครอบครัวทำความดีได
The Four Universal Forms of Benevolence
37
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 (Sangahavatthu), promote happiness in living togethe
This text discusses the Buddha's concept of mutual benevolence as the foundation for happiness in relationships. It outlines the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence: Giving, Pleasant Speech, Mutual Be
Family Problems and Solutions
80
Family Problems and Solutions
Part Three: Problems Within the Family 1. Money comes from hard work! We can explain that going out at night is a waste of money. People need to work hard to be able to purchase food, shelter and clot
This text delves into issues facing families, emphasizing the importance of hard work for financial stability and cautioning against the dangers of peer pressure and risky behaviors. It highlights tha