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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

"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th

Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice

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

Suzanne Jeffrey the body will die. (4) It likes to travel fast and far. The speed of light is 186,000 miles a second, so it takes 8 minutes to see from the earth to the sun. But our mind perceives th

This text delves into the complexities of the human mind, emphasizing its speed and difficulty to control. It discusses how meditation can help in training the mind, which is often distracted by defil

Suzanne Jeffrey Again, he draws on the paper and places it on the overhead. 1. In Samsara: Person’s Brain <- -> P/M/T/K 2. Initially with mind: Brain <- P/M/T/K ↓ Mind 3. Advanced (in Meditati

In this discussion, the relationship between the brain and mind is explored in the context of Samsara. The text explains that our thinking can often be clouded by the limitations of our brain, leading

"We are like flowers that need to be watered every day. We need good soil and good water in which to grow. Of course our Kamma plays a role in this, but we can overcome some of our bad kamma by changi

This text emphasizes the necessity of daily meditation for personal growth and understanding Kamma. It highlights the need to change bad habits and perform good deeds to overcome negative karma. The t

Suzanne Jeffery can lead us to a perfectly balanced mind. In any culture or society, if they don’t support the eightfold path, it is a throw-away. All cultures need to have Respect, Patience, and Dis

This text emphasizes the importance of respect, patience, and discipline in achieving a balanced mind and wisdom. It suggests that all cultures must embrace these values to ensure peace and wisdom. Th

"Through meditation, we learn that we need to follow the eightfold path in order to meditate more profoundly and to continually improve. Every part of this path supports the other. For example, Right

Through meditation, following the Eightfold Path is essential for deeper practice and improvement. Each aspect of the path reinforces the others, aiding in cultivating better meditation. Adherence to

Meeting #13 04 March 2010 – International Buddhist Association Building Luang Por has agreed to meet with the members of the Peace Revolution Conference for a Dhamma talk and a question/answer sessio

In a gathering at the International Buddhist Association, Luang Por leads a Dhamma talk addressing meditation experiences and the relationship between body, mind, and Dhamma. Observing attendees, he e

Suzanne Jeffrey "Additionally, the environment in which these things are used affects our health and habits. We must pay attention to every small detail. If we have a good doctor, we can help an illn

In this discussion, Luang Por addresses the difficulty of recognizing and changing bad habits, comparing them to an illness. He explains that bad habits are often ingrained from birth and influenced b

Suzanne Jeffrey It is not something to see with the eyes, so you must meditate and practice and see it for yourself. The mind is at the seventh base, and is approximately the size of an eye socket. I

This text discusses the importance of meditation and self-awareness in understanding the mind. It highlights how our perceptions affect our knowledge and the various challenges like health and mood th

The text from the image is: "Meetings with a Dharma Master need to make our resolution of having good parents in our next life. “Of course, we must first take the stick out of our own eye before we

The text emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own actions rather than blaming others. Through meditation, individuals can gain insights into cause and effect, promoting persona

Merliangs with a Dhamma Master Meeting #14 06 March 2010 — Ashram Bandita I have just been called into a meeting that includes a few people I know, and a few whom I don’t know. It was an “emergency”

In this meeting, Luang Por provides insights into the consequences of drinking and its impact on decision-making. He emphasizes the importance of discernment and caring for others. He shares his exper

Suzanne Jeffrey "We cannot change our past, but we can change today and our future. Therefore, resolutions are very important. So we must resolve to be born with a pure mind to parents with pure mind

This text emphasizes the significance of making resolutions for personal growth and spiritual development. It highlights the belief that while we cannot alter our past, we hold the power to change our

Meetings with a Dhama Master Meeting #15 08 March 2010 - Saphaa Upasika Kaew Training is one of the most remarkable experiences in which I have participated at the Wat. Here we are, all 8,000 of us

In March 2010, 8,000 women gathered at the Saphaa for a week-long nun-like training at Wat. The experience includes meditation in large communal spaces, where participants wear distinct uniforms. Thou

"The first is the structure of the physical body. The head dictates to us that we need to open our eyes. And when we open our eyes, we look outside. We never look inside. So when we look outside, we o

The passage highlights the significance of recognizing our own imperfections and the need to focus on self-reflection instead of constantly observing others. It suggests that we should learn to see th

Meeting #17 18 March 2010 – Panawat Approximately two hundred teachers have gathered at Panawat from around Thailand, for several days of talks with Luang Por about being role models for their studen

Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa

Biochemical Reaction During Practice Lightly Imagine an Object or Focus on Breathing Less Energy Consumption Lessened Metabolic Rate Less Oxygen Consumption Lessened Metabolic Rate Less Oxygen Consump

This text discusses the biochemical reactions occurring during practice and the benefits of lightly imagining an object or focusing on breathing. It emphasizes the reduction in energy consumption, met

Suzanne Jeffrey information for them to know. The teacher must try to make the information relevant for the student, finding some way to make the information vital for their lives, according to the s

This text discusses the importance of relevance in teaching, the need for both teacher and student to exhibit patience and discipline, and a structured approach to inquiry in the learning process. It

Suzanne Jeffrey "For example, let us suppose that we are lighting a candle. When we do this, three things happen: first, there is brightness. Second, heat is generated around it. Third, there is comb

In meditation, similar to lighting a candle, three phenomena occur: brightness, heat (effort), and combustion (mindfulness). The fourth jhana transcends happiness and unhappiness, leading to a profoun