A collection of writings from an outstanding figure in the resurgence of the Buddha’s teachings, this book is a mixture of detailed analysis, vivid stories, and examples for meditators. Ledi Sayadaw was a leading scholar of his time, revered by his contemporaries and regarded as an authority by Western interpreters of Theravada texts. In a break with the past, he strove to make the entire record of the Buddha's teaching accessible to the general population, not only the Sangha. This English translation of Venerable Sayadaw’s writings provides inspiring guidance and valuable information for the practice of Dhamma.

The Manuals of Dhamma

Religion & Spirituality

Sayadaw, Ven. Ledi

Buddhism

Vipassana Research Publications

Knowing that reliable information on the practice of insight meditation was much needed by practitioners in the West, the renowned Burmese master Ledi Sayadaw wrote the The Manual of Insight. He covers many topics, such as the distortions of perceptions, the Noble Truths, the higher knowledges, Nibbana, and others, fully expounded and furnished with brief descriptions, some of which are drawn from the Pali texts, while others are the product of Ledi Sayadaw's own teachings. The second manual, The Noble Eightfold Path and Its Factors Explained, was written by the Ven. Ledi Sayadaw in Burmese and later translated into English by U Saw Tun Teik. It contains all the path-factors clearly explained by the venerable author who, as a senior member of the Sangha (Order) in Burma, was both deeply learned and well-practiced in meditation. (Note: This title was previously published under ISBN 978-1-938754-48-7 . Due to technical issues a new ISBN had to be assigned. Rest assured that the content of both versions of this title are exactly the same.)

The Manual of Insight and The Noble Eightfold Path and Its Factors Explained

BPS Pariyatti Editions

This manual is written in reply to a layperson requesting guidance in developing insight, clarifying doctrinal aspects, and advancing from a blind worldling to a wise and virtuous person who has the eye of knowledge. In clear, concise, vivid language the author explains the perfections, seven aspects of the five aggregates to be perceived, the true peace of Nibbana, how to be mindful while doing a meritorious deed, practicing the three refuges, the four types of Buddhists, and understanding the Four Noble Truths and Dependent Origination. Included is an exhortation regarding great opportunities for human rebirth, meeting the Buddha, becoming a bhikkhu, having confidence, and hearing the Dhamma. (Note: This title was previously published under ISBN 9781938754944. Due to technical issues a new ISBN had to be assigned. Rest assured that both versions of this title are exactly the same.)

A Manual of the Excellent Man: Uttamapurisa Dipani

"This book contains two advanced expositions on the development of higher insight knowledge by the renowned Burmese scholar monk and meditation master Ledi Sayadaw. Topics dealt with include Dependent Origination, Kamma, Causality, and Nibbana.The Manual of the Path of Higher Knowledge (Vijjamagga Dipani) has never been published as an English translation, while The Manual of Light (Alin-Kyan) has not been published in its entirety until now." (Note: This title was previously published under ISBN 9781681721163. Due to technical issues a new ISBN had to be assigned. Rest assured that both versions of this title are exactly the same.)

The Manual of Light & The Manual of the Path to Higher Knowledge: Two Expositions of the Buddha’s Teaching

In this treatise, noted Burmese scholar and monk Ledi Sayadaw explains the bodhipakkiya dhamma: the 37 requisites of enlightenment. The requisites are comprised of the four foundations of mindfulness, four right efforts, four bases of success, five controlling faculties, five mental powers, seven factors of enlightenment, and the eight factors of the Noble Eightfold Path. This book is valuable to those interested in understanding the Buddha’s teaching at a deeper level, while providing the inspiration to continue walking step by step on the path. (Note: This title was previously published under ISBN 9781938754371. Due to technical issues a new ISBN had to be assigned. Rest assured that both versions of this title are exactly the same.)

The Requisites of Enlightenment: A Manual by the Venerable Ledi Sayadaw

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Alternative Medicine

Knowing that reliable information on the practice of insight meditation was much needed by practitioners in the West, the renowned Burmese master Ledi Sayadaw wrote the The Manual of Insight. He covers many topics, such as the distortions of perceptions, the Noble Truths, the higher knowledges, Nibbana, and others, fully expounded and furnished with brief descriptions, some of which are drawn from the Pali texts, while others are the product of Ledi Sayadaw's own teachings. The second manual, The Noble Eightfold Path and Its Factors Explained, was written by the Ven. Ledi Sayadaw in Burmese and later translated into English by U Saw Tun Teik. It contains all the path-factors clearly explained by the venerable author who, as a senior member of the Sangha (Order) in Burma, was both deeply learned and well-practiced in meditation.

This manual is written in reply to a layperson requesting guidance in developing insight, clarifying doctrinal aspects, and advancing from a blind worldling to a wise and virtuous person who has the eye of knowledge. In clear, concise, vivid language the author explains the perfections, seven aspects of the five aggregates to be perceived, the true peace of Nibbana, how to be mindful while doing a meritorious deed, practicing the three refuges, the four types of Buddhists, and understanding the Four Noble Truths and Dependent Origination. Included is an exhortation regarding great opportunities for human rebirth, meeting the Buddha, becoming a bhikkhu, having confidence, and hearing the Dhamma.

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The Manuals of Dhamma

The Manual of Insight and The Noble Eightfold Path and Its Factors Explained

A Manual of the Excellent Man: Uttamapurisa Dipani

The Manual of Light & The Manual of the Path to Higher Knowledge: Two Expositions of the Buddha’s Teaching

The Requisites of Enlightenment: A Manual by the Venerable Ledi Sayadaw

The Manual of Insight and The Noble Eightfold Path and Its Factors Explained

A Manual of the Excellent Man: Uttamapurisa Dipani