A True Buddhist
When I reviewed my notes from a sermon given by a respected senior monk during my research for this book, I incidentally came monk during my research for this book,
The Value of Life
Although we realize that our lives will not last a thousand years, sometimes we still let ourselves drift down into the stream of worldly pleasures which causes us suffering
The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Having done good deeds in one's past (4)
The 38 Ways to Happiness The Second Group of Blessings Blessing Five - Having done good deeds in one's past
The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Expressing Respect to Those Worthy of Respect (4)
The 38 Ways to Happiness. The First Group of Blessings. Blessing Three :- Expressing Respect to Those Worthy of Respect
You Must Win
What demerit did her younger sister make with her husband that caused her to be shot and paralyzed for 30 years? Her husband died in 2006 from a heart attack. Where did he go? Is he being punished for the demerit he performed against her? What merit caused her to be the owner of the land full of slate? This land provides her with constant income and no matter how much slate is dug up, there is even more available.
Spell for Searching Sacred Amulet
He recited heart of hermit and made a wish for three amulets in front of empty ground. At the end of his spell, there were more amulets than he wished for appearing before him. When he was about to grab them, those extra amulets disappeared through the sand and into the cave.
Preference Because of Fear
Some people will do unfair things because of fear. People’s minds are unclear and their thoughts are incorrect if they fear that they will lose their social position, money, job, fame, love, or power.
Preference Because of Hate
“I do not like her because she always works very hard, stays late at the office every night, and then gets promotions. That makes me look bad to my boss.”
Giving Or Charity.
In reference to the uncomplicated and immidiate benefits of giving, these mertorious acts make our faith more firmly rooted and create greater opportunities to acquire more wisdom.
Spiritual Mentors Should...
The followers expect their spiritual mentors to be honest and sincere with their followers and themselves. They should not show preference to a major benefactor.
