Understanding the 3 Marks of Existence
The Buddha’s Teaching on Tilakkhana: Understanding the 3 Marks of Existence In Buddhist philosophy, there are several key concepts that help us understand the nature of reality and our place...
Nirodha and Thai Pra Pid Ta Amulets in Buddhism
Extinguishing of Sensual Craving through Perception leading to the Temporary Cessation of Suffering Nirodha, a Pali term translating to “cessation” or “extinction,” represents the pinnacle of Buddhist spiritual pursuit. It...
What is Animism?
Animism is a belief system that posits the existence of spirits or supernatural forces residing in natural elements, animals, and objects. In Southeast Asia, animism has deep historical roots and...
Is Consciousness the Main Requisite for Enlightenment?
Many people believe consciousness to be the main element of enlightenment, or requisite. This is in Buddha-Dhamma, a ridiculous idea, as the process of cessation in dependent origination includes the...
The 40 Vipassanā Kammathāna Practices
Vipassana Kammathāna is a profound approach to cultivating insight and mindfulness. Rooted in the Thai Forest Tradition Buddhism, Vipassana Kammathāna provides seekers with a transformative path that not only brings...
Overcoming Negativity
Cultivating Inner Harmony: Nurturing Positive Qualities to Overcome Negativity In the pursuit of personal growth and inner peace, one significant hurdle we often encounter is negativity. Whether it manifests as...
Kavi and the Buddha – a Dhamma Fable
Once upon a time, in a land where wisdom bloomed like lotus flowers, there lived a young monk named Kavi, who possessed a gift unlike any other—he could levitate seven...
The Blind Men and the Elephant; A Buddhist Fable
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled at the foot of a majestic mountain, there lived a wise teacher named Siddhartha. He was known as the Buddha, the...
Arahantship and Nibbāna
Arahantship and Nibbāna: The Path to Enlightenment and the Cessation of Suffering Enlightenment, or Arahantship, is the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice. It is the state of complete liberation from...
The Illusion of Separateness
The Paradox of Separation and Interconnectedness We often see ourselves as separate individuals, defined by our unique thoughts, emotions, and experiences. This sense of separation is a deeply ingrained belief,...
The Search For Happiness – Thanissaro Bhikkhu
I Transcribed this teaching from an audio file recording of a Dhamma Teaching by Thanissaro Bhikkhu. Please click the player t0 listen as you scroll down to read. This is...
The Goddess Sarasvati: A Comprehensive Guide
The Goddess Sarasvati: A Comprehensive Introduction the Goddess, Attributed Meanings, and how to Worship Presenting You with a comprehensive guide on the Goddess Sarasvati, the Hindu deity of knowledge, arts,...
Life Advice Gurus
There is many a fake life advice guru making a profession out of people’s need or wish to be advised about their lives, and this i find to be unethical,...
Introspection with ADHD and PTSD Using Vipassana
Dhamma Diary ( Discovering How to Reverse Engineer Afflictive Emotions – Quantum Dhamma Diary #1) Sharing Experiences, both those which i have mastered, (and those which i have not, in...
What Is Sin?
What is Sin? The concept of what Sin is, is a question many people ask, and never really get a straight answer. Sin, is a word, which we Humans use...
The Power of Prayer
Prayer, and the Power of Prayer, can be Effective, or Pointless, depending on how it is applied, and how oneself applies oneself to allowing one’s prayers to manifest. Let us...
Rajneesh with Thanks Give to Your Children Not The Guru
It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than a rich man to enter heaven – But a Mindful Person, who is diligent in...
The Perfect Teacher is not Without Defilement
A Critical Investigation into why Gurus and Spiritual teachers always try to appear Flawless and without Defilement in Public, and why they never speak of their own failings or defilement,...