For the Benefit of Many (Pariyatti Edition)
Vipassana
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This product is directly related to Vipassana meditation as taught by S.N. Goenka.
Author: Pariyatti
Publisher: Vipassana Research Publications
Publication Date: 2011-01-01
Product Type: Softcover Book
Pages: 239
ISBN 13:
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Language: English
SKU:
SKU:O771367
Description
Description
A free eBook version of the VRI edition of this title is available from VRI at https://www.vridhamma.org/free-books. Although the formatting of the VRI edition may be different, the content is the same as our print edition.
For the Benefit of Many is a compilation of questions asked of Goenkaji by students, with his succinct, practical and always encouraging responses.
Since the early 1980s in India and around the world, there has been an astonishing increase in the number of Vipassana courses offered each year and the number of centres devoted to the practice of this teaching. This growth has been possible because of the selfless service of thousands of meditators. Working in many different capacities, they have freely given help so that still more people could take steps on the path of liberation.
To ensure that their service yields the best results, over the years Goenkaji has frequently given guidance to all who participate in this work. At yearly meetings in India or on visits to various centres, he has spoken about many different aspects of Dhamma practice and service. The transcripts of those talks and question and answer sessions are the sources for this volume.
Pariyatti Editions have a larger page size with ergonomic font and a stronger spine.
VIPASSANA PRODUCTS
Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation. More information about Vipassana as taught by S.N. Goenka is available at www.dhamma.org.
The tag Vipassana identifies products that are directly related to this tradition and differentiates them from other Theravada resources available on our site. While the main emphasis in Vipassana meditation as taught by S.N. Goenka is on actual practice, this product may provide inspiration and guidance to a Vipassana meditator.
We also carry titles from the Theravada tradition, as we feel that by exploring the wider world of the Theravada texts, which include the Buddha’s discourses, commentaries, and scholarly articles and treatises, meditators have an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Dhamma and thereby enrich their meditation practice. This kind of intellectual exploration also helps a meditator to gain an understanding of the evolution and historical context of their meditation tradition. This understanding in turn deepens their practice and understanding of the Dhamma.
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