Daily Words of the Buddha for March 04, 2024

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Asāre sāramatino
sāre cāsāradassino,
te sāraṃ nādhigacchanti,
micchāsaṅkappagocarā.

Those who mistake the unessential to be essential
and the essential to be unessential,
dwelling in wrong thoughts,
never arrive at the essential.

Dhammapada 1.11
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Daily Words of the Buddha for February 23, 2024

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Yo ca dhammamabhiññāya
dhammamaññāya paṇḍito,
rahadova nivāte ca
anejo vūpasammati.

Thoroughly understanding the Dhamma
and freed from longing through insight,
the wise one rid of all desire
is calm as a pool unstirred by wind.

Itivuttaka 3.92
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and translated by Ven. S. Dhammika

Daily Words of the Buddha for February 21, 2024

A Simple Explanation of Buddhism's 4 Noble Truths
Yañca kāmasukhaṃ loke,
yañcidaṃ diviyaṃ sukhaṃ,
taṇhakkhayasukhassete,
kalaṃ nāgghanti soḷasiṃ.

Any sensual bliss in the world,
any heavenly bliss,
isn’t worth one sixteenth-sixteenth
of the bliss of the ending of craving.

Udāna 2.12
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

La’au Lapa’au | What are the benefits of sea moss?

What is sea moss and what are the benefits of eating it? Read on to the learn more about its uses, benefits, side effects, and more.

Sea moss is a type of sea algae that people may add to food or take as a nutritional supplement. Sea moss benefits may include supporting the immune system, thyroid function, and hair and skin health.

In this article, we will discuss the nutritional information of sea moss, how to prepare it, and any potential benefits and side effects.  […]

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La’au Lapau | Mullein Leaf: Benefits, Side Effects and How to Take It

Growing Mullein in the Herb Garden

Mullein  (Verbascum ) is a common weed used for centuries in herbal medicine. Herbalists often use mullein flowers and leaves to treat respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions, among other health concerns.1

Mullein contains numerous active ingredients, including flavonoids and saponins with proven anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antihypertensive properties, among others. But, there is very little evidence in support of using mullein to treat any medical condition.1

This article explains the traditional uses of mullein in herbal medicine, how it is commonly administered, and what you need to know about side effects, precautions, and interactions when taking it. […]

 

Mullein: Top 15 Health Benefits [Insane List] - urbol.com

 

Source:  All About Mullein

Daily Words of the Buddha for February 16, 2024

Yo ca vassasataṃ jīve
apassaṃ udayabbayaṃ
ekāhaṃ jīvitaṃ seyyo
passato udayabbayaṃ.

Better it is to live one day
seeing the rise and fall of things
than to live a hundred years
without ever seeing the rise and fall of things.

Dhammapada 8.113
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

DIVINE FEMININE ORACLE | MOTHER MARY FOR FEBRUARY 15, 2024

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Mother Mary’s message for you

I live inside your heart because I love to be close to you, my dear child. I speak to you every day from that hallowed place. Perhaps you are  aware of my presence.  I am the inner voice assuring you that everything is fine. I am the sensation in your heart that lets you know it’s okay to trust, regardless of how things look.

 

I am the assurance in your heart that every prayer you say is heard and immediately answered by me. I am your heart’s delight and comfort when you realise your granted prayers are already blossoming in heavenly beauty. I bring you great peace, my beloved one.

What you need to know

I am always with you whispering my guidance into your heart. I see your life as it is and will be. With me by your side, you can move mountains. You can create new worlds. You can be truly happy without having to worry about how other people see you.

 

You will soon have a decision to make which will cause you to need to take some time out for yourself to think. Have faith that our hearts are intertwined. Therefore, there is a great sense of peace after the storm that is coming your way. Enjoy this period because it will be good for you.

Prayer for healing

This card also predicts that you will receive a crucial communication either right now or very soon. This message will either be a response to a prayer you’ve previously spoken or a solution to a concern you didn’t even realise you had! To help this all along, the following prayer may help:

 

“My environment is shifting. Even if some grief is an essential rite of passage in my blossoming contentment, I have all the guiding light I need for this transformation to be a healthy one. I have trust in Mother Mary as I beg her to always stay with me, leading me via her heart. I ask her to speak to me in a way that allows my heart to be filled with truth.

Daily Words of the Buddha for February 15, 2024

Yo ca vassasataṃ jīve
dussīlo asamāhito
ekāhaṃ jīvitaṃ seyyo
sīlavantassa jhāyino.

Better it is to live
one day virtuous and meditative
than to live a hundred years
immoral and uncontrolled.

Dhammapada 8.110
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Science/Archeology | Scientists Are Racing to Unearth the Secrets of an Ancient Underwater World

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Historians and divers are trying to retrieve prehistoric clues from beneath the waves—but they have to act fast.

  • Around 8,000 years ago, many civilizations thrived on plains that are now submerged by the North and Baltic seas.
  • Now, scientists from a variety of northern European research institutions are undergoing a major study to analyze these regions and find evidence of these past civilizations.
  • Time is of the essence, as many of the regions scientists hope to probe are also prime real estate for growing wind farm installations that are needed to combat rising sea levels in this era.

Read on:  Ancient Underwater World

Melchizedek Seminary | HOW Sacred Geometry is embedded in YOUR DNA!

Geometric Art has fascinated me for a long time in many ways and in this video I wanted to demonstrate how geometric form connects the different layers of our realities and I wanted to inspire you to reflect upon the connections that are demonstrated in this video. It has been a long journey leading up to this video. This introduction video summarizes my understanding of Geometric Design & Art. Something that I wanted to do for a long time but was not yet capable of because of the vast amount of information related to this knowledge. I have finally finished a part of the challenge. Yet it essentially is nothing more than a short introduction of this subject. And this video is also in many ways an introduction to the course that I have been working on called “Journal Series’. If you are interested in signing up for the course then you can sign up for the course on the website below the video.

Daily Words of the Buddha for January 23, 2024


Sukho viveko tuṭṭhassa,
sutadhammassa passato.
Abyāpajjaṃ sukhaṃ loke —
pāṇabhūtesu saṃyamo.

Solitude is happiness for one who is content,
who has heard the Dhamma and clearly sees.
Non-affliction is happiness in the world —
harmlessness towards all living beings.

Udāna 2.11
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and translated by Ven. S. Dhammika

Daily Words of the Buddha for January 17, 2024

Sabbadā sīlasampanno,
paññavā susamāhito;
ajjhattacintī satimā,
oghaṃ tarati duttaraṃ.

In every virtue all-accomplished,
with wisdom full and mind composed,
looking within and ever mindful–
thus one crosses the raging flood.

Sutta Nipāta 1.176
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and translated by Ven. S. Dhammika

Daily Words of the Buddha for January 14, 2024

Manopubbaṅgamā dhammā;
manoseṭṭhā manomayā.
Manasā ce pasannena
bhāsati vā karoti vā,
tato naṃ sukhamanveti
chāyāva anapāyinī.

Mind precedes all things;
mind is their chief, mind is their maker.
If one speaks or does a deed
with a mind that is pure within,
happiness then follows along
like a never departing shadow.

Dhammapada 1.2
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and
translated by Ven. S. Dhammika

Welcoming the Year of the Dragon: Chinese New Year 2024 Predictions and Horoscope | Buddha Prayer Shop

In Chinese astrology, the Year of the Dragon holds a special place, embodying power, wisdom, and unparalleled success. This article delves into the essence of this iconic zodiac sign, exploring its historical significance and its relevance in the upcoming Year 2024. The Dragon in Chinese Zodiac The Chinese Zodiac opera […]

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Samurai Wisdom: 10 Profound Quotes and Timeless Lessons for Life

1. “If you live in fear, you will not live long.” – Miyamoto Musashi
2. “Embrace death without fear, and you shall never truly die.” – Yamamoto Tsunetomo
3. “True strength lies not in the arm but in the soul.” – Samurai proverb
4. “A true hero is one who knows when to restrain and when to act.” – Minamoto Yoshitsune
5. “If you want to win, teach your opponent how to fight.” – Samurai proverb
6. “Do not let the past control your present, and do not let the fear of the future rob you of your ability to live in the present.” – Miyamoto Musashi
7. “A Samurai always keeps his word, no matter how small the promise.” – Samurai proverb
8. “Do not hesitate to face challenges, for it is through them that you can become the best version of yourself.” – Samurai saying
9. “The patience of a Samurai is not the acceptance of failure but the ability to improve step by step.” – Unknown
10. “If you do not have the courage to face yourself, how can you face the world?” – Samurai proverb

Daily Words of the Buddha for December 21, 2023

Kāmaṃ kāmayamānassa,
tassa ce taṃ samijjhati, addhā pītimano hoti.
Laddhā macco yadicchati.
Tassa ce — kāmayānassa, chandajātassa — jantuno
te kāmā parihāyanti,
sallaviddhova ruppati.

If one, longing for sensual pleasure,
achieves it, yes, one’s enraptured at heart.
The mortal gets what one wants.
But if for that person — longing, desiring —
the pleasures diminish,
one’s shattered, as if shot with an arrow.

Sutta Nipāta 4.772, 4.773
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

Mercury and Saturn exchange ideas; Mars and Uranus are off center, so choose a different action path; Void Moon time is very short; Happy Birthday season to all the Capricorns; The Sun and Retrograde Mercury conjunct, signaling the halfway point of the retrograde cycle; One more brief Void Moon time

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Source: Mercury and Saturn exchange ideas; Mars and Uranus are off center, so choose a different action path; Void Moon time is very short; Happy Birthday season to all the Capricorns; The Sun and Retrograde Mercury conjunct, signaling the halfway point of the retrograde cycle; One more brief Void Moon time

Another overnight Moon Void time; Mars activates Chiron into healing action; Sun and Neptune meet in square, so be careful of boundaries; Another Moon Void time; Venus helps attune to Chiron’s messages of healing

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Source: Another overnight Moon Void time; Mars activates Chiron into healing action; Sun and Neptune meet in square, so be careful of boundaries; Another Moon Void time; Venus helps attune to Chiron’s messages of healing

Daily Words of the Buddha for December 13, 2023

Attānañce piyaṃ jaññā
na naṃ pāpena saṃyuje,
na hi taṃ sulabhaṃ hoti
sukhaṃ dukkaṭakārinā.

If you hold yourself dear
then don’t fetter yourself with evil,
for happiness isn’t easily gained
by one who commits a wrong-doing.

Saṃyutta Nikāya 1.115
Translated from Pāli by Thanissaro Bhikkhu