Contentment # 2

People like to have power because those who have power can control others. When those who would like to have power do not get power, they get discontent

Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta for Pursuers of Perfection # 1

In this Appendix we delve al little deeper into the meaning of the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta. The Dhaamacakkapavattana Sutta itself is a very brief teaching because it serves merely as a reminder to listeners who were already well versed in the materials covered

Respect # 2

Respecting the Sangha means becoming aware of the goodness in the Sangha who have trained themselves well and prolong the life of Buddhism. One may pay respect by

Non-Recklessness in the Dhamma # 1

Non-recklessness means: being in control of oneself the whole time, no matter whether one is thinking. Speaking or acting

Blameless work # 1

Just because a factory can make a large amount of things, it does not mean that it is a good factory

Looking after one’s Extended Family

All of the trees that stand together in the forest will help each other mutually provide shelter against the gales, storms

Dhamma Practice

Dried sandal wood is still fragrant, squeezed sugar cane is still sweet, refined salt is still salty, but a wise man, even in crisis, still practices Dhamma

Yee Peng International volunteer 2011

Yee Peng International volunteer 2011 Your hands and your heart Can make the world more wonderful Patumthani-chiang Mai Thailand

Generosity # 2

When we die we can not carry anything with us, not even a single needle. The only way you can take wealth with you is by giving your wealth away in order to make merit

Generosity # 1

“A tree that yields fruit and shade not only will be called a beneficial tree, it will receive great care