To know existence as this flow, empty of lasting pleasure, void of self, is to find that which is stable and free of suffering, to find true peace in the world.
AJAHN CHAHTo know existence as this flow, empty of lasting pleasure, void of self, is to find that which is stable and free of suffering, to find true peace in the world.
AJAHN CHAHWe should conquer ourselves, rather than conquer others. Whether coming or going, standing, sitting or lying down, our mind should be focused in this way.
AJAHN CHAHWhat’s so great about brightness? My flashlight has it. It can’t help us rid ourselves of our suffering.
AJAHN CHAHWell, if it really was her anger, then she should be able to tell it to go away, shouldnt she? But it really isn’t hers to command.
AJAHN CHAHWhy do we suffer? Because we stepped on it. So the suffering comes from us.
AJAHN CHAHOf course there are dozens of meditation techniques, but it all comes down to this – just let it all be. Step over here where it is cool, out of the battle. Why not give it a try?
AJAHN CHAHThe Dhamma is revealing itself in every moment, but only when the mind is quiet can we understand what it is saying, for the Dhamma teaches without words.
AJAHN CHAHWe say that to ‘give up all evil and to develop the good’ is the heart of the Buddha’s teaching.
AJAHN CHAHJust go into the room, sit in the centre of the room, open the doors and windows, and see who comes to visit.
AJAHN CHAHIf you see certainty in that which is uncertain, you are bound to suffer
AJAHN CHAHIf your mind is happy then you are happy anywhere you go. When wisdom awakens within you, you will see Truth wherever you look.
AJAHN CHAHI know this glass is already broken, so I enjoy it – incredibly.
AJAHN CHAHThe forms of the world have their place, but in another way, there is nothing there. To be free, we need to respect both of these truths.
AJAHN CHAHThe heart is just the heart; thoughts and feelings are just thoughts and feelings. Let things be just as they are.
AJAHN CHAHThen we don’t have to celebrate it or let anybody know about it, simply let the mind have firm confidence in the goodness and keep going like this.
AJAHN CHAHTruth is all there is. It’s like when you learned how to read, you can then read anywhere you go.
AJAHN CHAH