Children are the old karma, the old debts of ours. There are two possibilities: one, they come into our lives for us to repay the debt to them; and two, they come to repay their debt to us. Whether we are repaying the debt or they are repaying ours, it is all karma....
Why did the Buddha not allow women to become monks multiple times? Because the Buddha understood that women's minds are more easily inspired but often hard to keep steady. For example, when happy, it's easy to feel motivated to help others, but when seeing someone...
To practice the Dharma, we need to focus on 3 things: cultivating the body, cultivating speech, and cultivating the mind. Cultivating the body involves three things: not killing, not stealing, and avoiding improper conduct. Cultivating speech includes 4 things: Not...
Understanding the Bodhisattva: Small Acts with Great Meaning Yesterday, a Christian friend asked me, “I’ve heard the term ‘Bodhisattva’ so many times, but I don’t really know what it means.” Since he follows Christianity, I gave him a simple explanation:...
All sentient beings in this life can be categorized into five types of people: 1. Those who only think of themselves (Self-Centered - Ātman) These individuals focus solely on their personal needs and interests, without consideration for others.Example: A snake...
In Buddhism, "conditions" is a fundamental concept, but it is often misunderstood. Let’s explore the correct understanding of "conditions" through the following two questions. Nothing is a coincidence, According to the principles of Buddhism Karma & Law of Karma 3...
A person’s happiness does not depend on their physical condition or what they gain or lose each day. The key lies within their mind. It is not others, but we ourselves, who determine our state of mind. The heart is like a fertile field—sow seeds of kindness, and you...
Every small and large activity in our lives, as well as the people and things we encounter, is not a coincidence. You might say that when you went to the bus station and met a foreigner without any prior arrangement, it was a chance meeting. However, that’s not the...
Have you heard this question before? It's an interesting one: 'Who was the Buddha's teacher?' The answer is: 'The Buddha's teacher was the Buddha himself.' This is a great question, and honestly, it’s one that perhaps not many have thought of, or if they have, they...