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BUDDHISM TRUE DHARMA

Janna Order Monastery

Religion & Spirituality

Frequency: 1 episode/2d. Total Eps: 95

The supreme goal of meditation in Buddhism is to reach the state of non-ego–non-self, liberation, and enter Nirvana. Through meditation, the Buddha became a Perfectly Enlightened One. Meditation concentrates our minds, making them calm, mindful, and free of delusions. It especially helps destroy our egos and ignorance to attain liberation and enlightenment. This training material is based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness of Theravada Buddhism, in which the ultimate end is the state of non-self. Zen instructors must strictly follow the order of this material to help new practitioners.

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FUNDAMENTAL FACTORS SUPPORTING MEDITATION PRACTICE

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 • Duration 02:34

A proper way to Meditate (Ep2)

FUNDAMENTAL FACTORS SUPPORTING MEDITATION PRACTICE

Regarding The Foundational Basis of Meditation

As meditation belongs to the advanced stage of cultivation, a strong foundation is essential for effective results: profound Morality, abundant Merit, and robust Physical vitality.Morality means inner purity and nobility of character, expressed through qualities such as kindness, selflessness, generosity, courage, etc.

Among these, three qualities are of paramount importance: absolute reverence for the Buddha, boundless compassion for all beings, and the deepest humility. The Buddha is the supreme Sage. One who has absolute reverence for the Buddha plants the seed of sainthood in the mind and will be blessed by all Buddhas.

He will be guided to understand the true Dharma and to overcome obstacles in meditation. Compassion is cultivated through the aspiration to love all beings and expressed in a life of service, sacrifice, and tireless assistance to others. Humility prevents conceit and enables the practitioner to walk steadily on the path of enlightenment.

These three virtues (absolute reverence for the Buddha, boundless compassion for all beings, and the deepest humility) form the root of countless other qualities, contributing a vast store of merit for one’s spiritual journey.

Merit is the fruit of actions that bring happiness, ethics and goodness to others. Meditation requires an immeasurable amount of merit; hence, practitioners must continuously accumulate it by doing something beneficial for others every day.

Physical vitality (qìgōng or energy training) helps concentrate energy downward and stabilize brain activity. Therefore, practitioners should train properly to increase inner strength, which in turn supports meditation practice.

#Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery,

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A PROPER WAY TO MEDITATE

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 • Duration 01:56

A PROPER WAY TO MEDITATE

Episode 01: The supreme objective of Buddhist meditation is to realize non-ego, achieve liberation, and reach Nirvana. The Buddha himself attained perfect awakening through meditation.

Meditation is a practice that gathers and settles the mind, bringing it into a state of stillness and clarity, free from wandering thoughts and emotions.Most importantly, meditation helps us dissolve the ego and ignorance and attain true liberation and enlightenment. This method leads to both near and distant goals, lower and higher aims. The nearer and lower aim is to establish an inner state of ease, relaxation, and peace.

The higher and more distant aim is to develop spiritual capacities, and ultimately, to reach the Buddhist ideal of enlightenment and the realization of non-ego.Because of these profound benefits, we have created this meditation guide based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness from the early Buddhist teachings, with non-ego as our ultimate goal.

This guide is designed to help meditation instructors lead practitioners on the correct path, achieve real results, and avoid any negative side effects.

May all practitioners cultivate diligently, grow in merit, attain inner peace, and walk together on the path toward liberation and enlightenment, reaching the fullness of its fruits.Homage to our original teacher, Shakyamuni Buddha.

#Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery,

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THE MEANING OF THE BUDDHA'S ENLIGHTENMENT

Monday, January 12, 2026 • Duration 02:34

THE MEANING OF THE BUDDHA'S ENLIGHTENMENT

1. The Buddha's enlightenment opened a religion that cherishes peace and life more deeply than any other in the world.

2. The Buddha's enlightenment brought forth the wisest collection of teachings the world has ever known.

3. The Buddha's enlightenment has created tremendous and beautiful transformation in the hearts of countless people.

4. The Buddha's enlightenment elevated world philosophy to an extraordinary leap forward. The Buddha spoke of No-Self, the Four Meditative Absorptions, and the Four Stages of Enlightenment—profound truths that no philosopher, from ancient times until now, has ever been able to reach.

5. The Buddha's enlightenment opened a new worldview and cosmology that is both rational and profoundly inspiring for the advancement of science.

6. Through the Divine Eye Knowledge attained on the night of enlightenment, the Buddha saw with perfect clarity the law of cause and effect and the cycle of death and rebirth.

7. From the Buddha's enlightenment came magnificent art, beautiful customs, and radiant ethical ways of living that enriched the cultures of many nations.

8. Because of the Buddha's enlightenment, a path was opened—the path that leads from the ordinary to the enlightened, from suffering to liberation.

9. Because of the Buddha's enlightenment, humanity came to understand the Four Noble Truths, the Twelve Links of Dependent Origination, and the Noble Eightfold Path.

10. The Buddha's enlightenment and the path to No-Self will become the ultimate convergence point—the unifying truth for the entire world.

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Standing Before Affection

Friday, January 9, 2026 • Duration 02:41

Standing Before Affection

Have you ever stood in a group and felt the affection, trust, or admiration people have for you? It could be during a meeting, a gathering with friends, or simply in the embrace of your family. That feeling is warm, but it comes with an invisible yet very important responsibility.

That responsibility is to appreciate each person, each heart, that is directed toward you.Their presence—at an event, a party, or just in your life—is never something to take for granted.In this busy life, time and attention are among the most precious things anyone can give. When someone gives you their presence, even for just a few minutes, they are giving you a part of their life that cannot be reclaimed.

They are there because they care for you. Without affection, there would be no presence.There is a beautiful image to describe this appreciation: picking up each fallen grain of rice.A single grain of rice may seem small, insignificant. But someone who understands the value of labor and plenty will never overlook it.Each bit of affection, each trusting glance, each quiet support from those around you is like those grains of rice.

Never be so focused on the "grand feast" of success that you accidentally step on these precious "grains" of kindness. This is not only true for a famous person standing before thousands. It is true for a respected boss, a beloved teacher, or anyone of us receiving a compliment, a caring message, or a reassuring pat on the shoulder. Each act of concern is a "grain of rice" that deserves appreciation.

So, when you receive affection, never just look at the crowd. Feel the individual hearts that make up that crowd. True greatness is not in how many people love you, but in how deeply you appreciate the affection of each person. That is how you keep your heart humble, warm, and truly connected to life and the people around you.

#Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery,

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WHAT HELPS YOU BREAK A BAD HABIT

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 • Duration 02:10

WHAT HELPS YOU BREAK A BAD HABIT

Someone asked me once: "Why do I keep doing the thing I know is wrong?" I know that feeling. You promise yourself—this is the last time. Last cigarette. Last drink. And then three days later, you're back. Here's what I've noticed. Knowing something is wrong doesn't give you the power to stop it.I once knew someone who tried to quit smoking for years. Nothing worked.Then one day, he told me: "I stopped trying to fight it. I just started building something else."

Every morning, he went to a small temple. Just to kneel. Hands together. Head to the ground. In front of the Buddha.At first, it felt like nothing. But he kept going.And slowly, something changed. Not the craving—the craving was still there. But something inside him got steadier. Like a weight at the bottom of a boat. The waves still come, but the boat doesn't tip as easily.He told me what he learned: When you bow to the Buddha with sincerity, you're creating something Buddhists call merit.

Not confidence. Not will power. Something quieter.A foundation that builds over time. And that's what helps you walk away from patterns you couldn't break before.One morning, months later, he reached for a cigarette out of habit. His hand stopped halfway. Not because he forced it. Because the reservoir inside had become stronger than the pull.Knowing the mistake is the first step.

But leaving it behind? That takes something you have to build first. THE STRENGTH TO CHANGE DOESN'T COME FROM WILLPOWER ALONE.IT COMES FROM BUILDING MERIT THROUGH REVERENCE. It happens quietly. In the simple act of kneeling— hands together, head down—again and again.

#Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery,

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THE MERIT TO KEEP GOING

Monday, January 5, 2026 • Duration 02:20

THE MERIT TO KEEP GOING

This guy showed up at the temple. Wore the same grey jacket every time. Three visits... then gone. "Too busy."Another one—meditation retreat. She sat in the back corner, near the window. Two mornings, then her cushion stayed empty.But there's this woman. Six months now. Every Saturday, 6 AM, she's there before the doors open.I asked her once, "Is it working?" She laughed. "My mind's still a mess. ... I still wake up tired. ... Nothing's fixed.""Then why keep coming?" She looked at me like I'd missed something obvious. "I just... can."You know that feeling, don't you? When you start something that might actually help— and your mind stays chaotic, your body stays heavy, nothing shifts yet— and you have to choose: ... stop, or show up again.I used to think the ones who lasted were just more disciplined. But I've watched people white-knuckle through practice, forcing themselves to sit still, grinding through each session— they burn out in weeks.The ones who keep going? They're not stronger. They just have something already stacked up inside.From the small stuff that came before: Speaking carefully when they wanted to snap. Choosing work that doesn't corrode them. The hundred times they saw clearly and didn't look away.Those moments don't feel like much. But they build a foundation.And when it's time to sit still while everything screams, to show up when you see no results— that foundation holds.Not someday. Right now. In your chest.In whether you go back tomorrow when today gave you nothing.#Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery,

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THE QUIET DANGER OF PRAISE

Friday, January 2, 2026 • Duration 01:53

THE QUIET DANGER OF PRAISE

Praise is sweet. Most of us want it. It brings warmth, like sunlight on a cold morning. A kind word lands. We feel seen. We feel noticed. It is a gift that costs nothing. But sweetness can be tricky. Think of medicine. A simple painkiller. When you are hurting, the right amount brings relief. The body eases. The breath slows. But when the dose quietly grows, something changes. What once helped no longer heals. Encouragement can work the same way. In small moments, it connects us. A few honest words. A nod. A simple, “I see you.” It feels like a bridge between two people. But when praise never stops, the bridge feels different. Something lifts. Voices sound softer. Something separates. The ground feels farther away. From up there, it is harder to hear others. Harder to stay connected. What looks like standing tall can feel strangely lonely. You may notice this in small, quiet ways. A pause. A distance. A shift in tone. And maybe, without planning to, you begin to sense what helps and what does not. Like light on a plant. Enough to grow. Support that steadies. Not praise that lifts them too far. #Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery,

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Is "No Contact" really Self-Love? Or is it the Suicide of the Soul?

Thursday, January 1, 2026 • Duration 06:16

Is "No Contact" really Self-Love? Or is it the Suicide of the Soul?

Society tells us: "If it doesn't make you happy, leave it." But can you truly be whole if you sever your own roots?
This episode challenges the modern narrative that encourages us to discard difficult relationships. We discuss why Family is NOT optional and why true strength is found in forgiveness, not in walking away.
We tackle the hard truths:
Why your parents' "control" might actually be clumsy love.
The dangerous illusion of being "better off alone."
Why the strong one should be the kind one.
If this message makes you uncomfortable, good. Sometimes the truth should be uncomfortable.
#DeepTalks #EmotionalIntelligence #ParentingTips #FamilyHealing #StopParentalAlienation #Perspective #MentalHealthMatters #Connection #RaisingKindKids

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A Vaccine for the Soul

Monday, December 29, 2025 • Duration 01:44

A Vaccine for the SoulIn a world full of temptations and easy comforts, we try to protect our children. We give them everything, hoping they'll grow up good. But maybe the best way to build a strong soul isn't through comfort—it's through humble work and helping others.When we guide a child to pave a path with their own hands, carry water for an elderly neighbor, or sit with someone who's lonely, we're doing more than teaching kindness. We're giving them something priceless.Because when a child sees real work and witnesses struggle, something wakes up inside. Love and compassion stir. They start to realize what they have isn't guaranteed. They learn to value effort and feel the pain of others. This deep empathy becomes their shield.Later, when they're older and temptation comes—invitations to shallow fun, pressure to pick up bad habits—they'll have immunity. The memory will rise: the sweat, the grateful smile, the quiet meaning of doing good. These memories become a filter. The flashy, hollow things the world offers will feel empty next to the real joy they've already tasted.So don't fear your children struggling. Let them bow down. Let them serve. Let them do work no one notices. Let them clean a path, plant a tree, help a struggling family.These small moments build character. They shape a soul that won't break when storms come.That's the truest protection we can give.#Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery.

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GUIDING THE SPIRITS HOME

Monday, December 29, 2025 • Duration 02:37

GUIDING THE SPIRITS HOME

Sometimes at night, I whisper my grandmother’s name. And in that quiet, I feel her listening, as if our hearts are still touching across the veil. Across cultures and time, people have always sensed that the end of breath is not the end of existence. There is an intermediate state between leaving and arriving. Christianity calls it Purgatory. Buddhism understands it as a realm of transition. Different names for the same truth: That our loved ones are traveling, and the love we hold can be their light. So when we speak to them in the silence, when we light a candle for their soul, when we press our hands together and close our eyes, let our intentions be clear.

First, we pray for their Deep Reverence. May their hearts turn toward the Truth. May they find the path of wisdom and continue their practice, life after life. Second, we pray for their Compassion. May kindness toward all beings become the air they breathe. For it is compassion that creates merit beyond time. Third, we pray for their Understanding. May they see the deep truth of Cause and Effect. Knowing that even in the unseen world, every thought is a seed of goodness.These intentions, offered with sincerity, create a sanctuary around them. They guide. They heal. They open the doors to liberation.And if they still linger in that in-between state, they may use their subtle strength to help the world they once knew.When we offer this, we find a hidden grace: We are training our own hearts in reverence, in love, and in the weight of our own actions.

The living and the departed are not separate. We are walking each other home. What we cultivate in the quiet of our minds becomes the path to awakening for all of us.

#Religions, #Buddhism, #DialogueBuddhismReligions, #Religious, #Buddhist, #Truedharma, #Meditation, #Enlightement, #Buddhatemple, #TheLawofKarma, #BuddhismforBeginners, #Janna, #JannaOrderMonastery,

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