Human life is uncertain. In truth, it is not only human life — the lives of all sentient beings throughout the world are uncertain. When death shall come, none of us knows. Do not assume that a human being will…
A magnanimous person is one who knows clearly the extent of their own capabilities, and gives fully of those capabilities without reservation. They hold nothing back. When the fruits of their efforts benefit themselves, they rejoice; when others, too, receive…
If we are careless or sloppy in our habits, that carelessness inevitably leads to filth and lack of hygiene. Once things become dirty, illness follows, bringing with it wasteful and excessive medical expenses. No matter how much money you have,…
One reason why people today struggle and work themselves to the point of collapse is a lack of moderation in using wealth or the Four Requisites. A person who does not know how to manage their resources is like a…
The Blessed One taught that there are two kinds of wealthy people, and likewise two kinds of poor people. The first kind of poor person is poor because of having nothing — destitute through lack of material means. Such a…
During meditation, do not underestimate the matter of closing the eyes. Luang Pu repeatedly and emphatically instructed that when sitting in meditation, the closing of the eyes must be done with precise measure. Regarding this precise closing of the eyes,…
Learn to distinguish clearly: Discern with wisdom. Resolve with determination. Preserve your life with care and integrity. Walk this path — and you shall endure. March 17th, 2020
Where does the foundation of a person’s health truly lie? It lies in eating, sleeping, waking, and elimination — these must be clearly observed. One should eat at proper times, not indiscriminately. What is wholesome, one should consume; what is…
Those who possess more belongings find cleaning all the more difficult. Those who regularly clean and organize their own homes — without delegating such tasks to household staff — will ultimately come to understand and define for themselves where Need…
