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On each Full Moon Luang Por Munindo sends out a Dhammapada verse with a few lines of comment for reflection. If you wish to receive this message via email, fill in with your email address

Alternatively, these Dhammapada Reflections can be viewed at dhammakatha.org

Translations in 6 languages are also available.

Note that the verses used in this monthly Reflection are taken from, ‘A Dhammapada for Contemplation’, Aruna Publications. For more literal interpretations we encourage you to view other translations.


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FULL MOON - Equanimity

Published January 23, 2016 06:00

There never was,
nor is there now,
nor will there ever be
anybody who is only blamed
or wholly praised.

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FULL MOON - Untroubled

Published November 25, 2015 06:00

While in the midst
of those who are troubled,
to dwell free from feeling troubled
is happiness indeed.

Dhammapada ... Read more


NEW MOON - Nourishment

Published November 10, 2015 06:00

A deed is well-done
when upon reflection no remorse arises:
with joy one harvests its fruits.

Dhammapada 68

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FULL MOON - Home

Published October 27, 2015 06:00

Tedious is the company of fools,
always painful,
like being surrounded by enemies;
but to associate with the wise
is like ... Read more


NEW MOON - Opposites

Published October 12, 2015 06:00

Transform anger with non-anger,
badness with the good,
meanness with generosity
and deceit with integrity.

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FULL MOON - Self Regard

Published September 27, 2015 06:00

If we hold ourselves dear,
then we maintain careful self-regard
both day and night.

Dhammapada 157

It is ... Read more