Books Of Vipassana Research Institute
The Manuals of Dhamma
Vipassana is the quintessence of teachings of the Buddha. Venerable Ledi Sayadaw was an invaluable link in the chain of teachers that preserved Vipassana in its pristine purity in Myanmar.
The art of dying
This collection of writings Goenkaji s explanations of the teaching of the Buddha, the Buddha s scriptural verses, poetical stories of monks and nuns from the time of the Buddha, accounts from fellow meditators is born of the acceptance of the truth of suffering.
Pali Primer
This book is an introduction to Pali language for beginners. It is based on the principle of teaching grammar through composition, using a gradually expanding vocabulary. This book is intended as a companion volume to the book ‘Key to Pali Primer’ which contains exercises for translations into and from English language.
Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Sutta (En)
Mahasatipatthana sutta, the Great Discourse on establishing awareness, is one of the most important discourses expounded by the Buddha in the town called Kammasadhamma in Kuru kingdom. In this sutta, the Buddha presented a practical method for developing self-knowledge by means of kāyānupassanā (constant observation of the body), vedanānupassanā (constant observation of sensations), cittānupassanā (constant observation of the mind), and dhammānupassanā (constant observation of the contents of the mind).
Discourses on Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta
Mahasatipatthana sutta, the Great Discourse on establishing awareness, is one of the most important discourses expounded by the Buddha in the town called Kammasadhamma in Kuru kingdom. In this sutta, the Buddha presented a practical method for developing self-knowledge by means of kāyānupassanā (constant observation of the body), vedanānupassanā (constant observation of sensations), cittānupassanā (constant observation of the mind), and dhammānupassanā (constant observation of the contents of the mind).
Healing the healer – The experience of impermanence
This essay discusses the therapeutic role that meditation can have, its scientific basis, and its relevance to practitioners of healing professions.
What is the therapeutic role of meditation? What is the scientific basis of meditation? Can meditation be understood through occidental psychology? How is it that meditation can lead a person from narcissism into mature, social love?
Key to Pali Primer
This book is a second part of the book published by VRI titled as ‘Pali primer’, which gives a basic introduction to Pali language. This book contains answers to the exercises provided in the book ‘Pali primer.’
Dhamma Treasures – Living a life of Dhamma
Dhamma Treasures is a series of books containing primarily Goenkaji’s articles/discourses on various aspects of Vipassana coupled with questions & answers and inspirational examples of senior meditators. “Living a Life of Dhamma” is a first book in this series guiding students on how to apply Vipassana in daily life. Mr. S. N. Goenka has always emphasised that just attending a Vipassana course is not enough. Vipassana is an art of living and students need to apply Vipassana in day to day life to live at peace with ourselves, and at peace with others. His own life was an example of how to live a life of Dhamma. He has delivered various discourses on how to use Vipassana while facing vicissitudes of life with equanimity. Along with discourses, many students have requested his guidance on this matter. This book contains all these discourse and questions & answers to help students firmly walk on the path of Dhamma.
For the benefit of many
Since the early 1980s, there has been an astonishing increase in the number of Vipassana centers in India and around the world. After experiencing efficacy of technique themselves, many old students selflessly contributed in the spread of Vipassana meditation. Working in many different capacities, they have served for the welfare of many.
The importance of Vedana and Sampajanna
The Seminar on Vedanā and Sampajanna, held in 1990 at Dhamma Giri, Igatpuri, India, was an important milestone in the acknowledgment of Vipassana meditation as the quintessence of the Buddha’s teaching.