TeachingWhat is Killing? The First Precept
Summary: In Buddhism, “Killing” is defined by the technical mechanics of the mind, not by social laws. The unwholesome …
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TeachingHow to Invite and Support a Monk: Vinaya Rules Explained
Key Points A monk may only ask for his needs if he receives pavāraṇā (invitation). Clear invitations—especially phrases like “any …
TeachingIs Shame Good For Meditation?
Introduction Many people think that hiri (moral shame) and ottappa (fear of wrongdoing) are too heavy for meditation. However, we …
TeachingThe Beautiful Mind in Meditation?
What does it technically mean to have a “beautiful mind” in meditation—beyond vague metaphores or mysticism. Defining the …
Interesting thingsDoes Buddhism Have A Creator
Recently, I made a video explaining the common question I get asked in the West. “Do you believe in a creator?” It is …
Dhamma talksWhy Do Monasteries Have Skeletons?
If you go to a Theravada Buddhist forest monastery in Asia, you are likely to find a full skeleton or parts of a skeleton …
Kauai18th Anniversary and Update
This is where I live Wow! Today is February 7th and another year has passed. I have now completed 18 years total as a monk and I …
The Secret Teachings of Theravāda
If there was a book that had all of the Secret Teachings of Theravāda, The Path of Purification (The Visuddhimagga) would be that …
TeachingVegetarianism and Theravada Buddhism
Vegetarianism and Theravāda Buddhism I have been asked to write a little something on vegetarianism and Theravāda Buddhism. I am …
Monk lifeInspire Means To Leave Facebook
Inspire Means To Leave Facebook Much of what I write about is related to stories that happen to me that would charge me up and …
TeachingAre You A Buddhist
Are You A Buddhist? Introduction Being a Buddhist is quite open because if you believe in certain aspects it is better than not …
TeachingThe Dark Side of Ajahn Mun's Biography
Ajahn Mun dark Did Ajahn Mun say the Buddha congratulated him on the night he attained arahant? His biography books says it for …
TeachingDoes The Buddha live in Nibbana
The Buddha in the clouds Does the Buddha Live in Nibbāna? Many people believe that the Buddha is alive and living in some sort of …