The Art of Living
Vipassana Meditation: As Taught by S. N. Goenka
HarperCollins · Print & ebook · August 4, 2009
The Ancient Meditation Technique that Brings Real Peace of Mind Vipassand-bhavand, "the development of insight," embodies the essence of the teaching of the Buddha.
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- Who it’s for
- A clear introduction to Goenka’s Vipassana, focused on self-awareness and peace of mind.
- Themes
- Vipassana meditation, Self-awareness, Personal development
- Genres
- Meditation, Buddhism - General
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The Ancient Meditation Technique that Brings Real Peace of Mind Vipassand-bhavand, "the development of insight," embodies the essence of the teaching of the Buddha. As taught by S. N. Goenka, this path to self-awareness is extraordinary in its simplicity, its lack of dogma and, above all, its results. The Vipassana technique can be successfully applied by anyone.
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Based on the lectures and writings of S. N. Goenka--and prepared under his direct guidance--The Art of Living shows how this technique can be used to solve problems, develop unused potential, and lead a peaceful, productive life. It includes stories by S. N. Goenka, as well as answers to students' questions, that convey a vivid sense of his teaching. S. N. Goenka's Vipassana courses have attracted thousands of people of every background. Unique among teachers of meditation, Goenka is a retired industrialist and former leader of the Indian Community in Burma. Although a layman, his teaching has won the approval of senior Buddhist monks in Burma, India, and Sri Lanka, a number of whom have taken courses under his guidance. Despite his magnetism, he has no wish to be a "guru" --instead he teaches self-responsibility. This is the first systematic study of his teachings to appear in English.
Insight in Practice
A clear introduction to Goenka’s Vipassana, focused on self-awareness and peace of mind.
Come here for
- A meditation approach presented as simple and free of dogma
- Practical reflection on problems, potential, and daily life
Expect
- Stories and student questions alongside the teaching
- An emphasis on self-responsibility rather than a guru figure
Where it sits
| Meditation | 63% |
|---|---|
| Buddhism - General | 49% |
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Publisher categories
- Philosophy Overviews
- Religion & Philosophy
- Buddhist Thought
- Buddhist History
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- Buddhist Practice & Ritual
- Theravada Buddhism
- Eastern Religions
- Meditations
- Authors
- William Hart
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- August 4, 2009
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Vipassana meditation · Self-awareness · Personal development
- Reading lane
- Philosophy Overviews