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The publications are also available at many Vipassana Centres around the world.

English Publications

1998, 287 pages. This journal commemorates Sayagyi's exemplary life and teachings. Contains his discourses, biographical sketches of his life and the lives of the teachers who preceded him as well as articles on various aspects of Vipassana.

1998, 225 pages. A concise guide to the voluminous teachings of the Buddha contained in the Pali Canon. It gives an overview of the entire Tipitaka as well as a taste of the Buddha's teaching by focussing on a few of the most important discourses.
U Ko Lay was formerly the Vice Chancellor of Mandalay University.

contains the Pali in Roman script with an English translation of this important sutta.
Also available online in Pali with simultaneous English translation

2001, 168 pages. A full length study of the teaching of Vipassana useful both for meditators and non-meditators alike. Includes illustrative stories, as well as answers to student's questions that convey a vivid sense of his teaching.

2001, 123 pages. Summaries of the evening discourses by S.N. Goenka during a ten-day course of Vipassana.

2001. It describes the benefit of Vipassana to those who are serving in medical profession.

1999, 32 pages. Translations of selected Hindi couplets from Goenkaji's chantings.

2000, 31 pages. A brief sketch of the life and teaching of the Buddha, with a brief description of the Six historical Councils.

1997, 70 pages. Condensed from three day public talks of S.N. Goenka explaining the true meaning of Dhamma(Dharma in Sanskrit), which has now been mistakenly used to refer to 'sect' or 'sectarianism'. Goenkaji explains in detail how to live a good Dhammic life - a life full of peace and harmony through the practice of Vipassana.

2001, 136pages. Evening discourses by S.N. Goenka during the 8 day course of meditation during which he expounds the Mahasatipatthana Sutta.

1999, 38 pages. A concise informative compilation on the Vipassana Centres in India and around the world.

1995, 141 pages. A collection of papers presented at the International Seminar sponsored by Vipassana Research Institute in New Delhi in April 1994. The papers focus on Vipassana's impact in the fields of education, prison reforms, improved management in business and Government as well as the Pali Tipitaka research and publication project of VRI.

1998, 80 pages. A collection of papers presented at the International Seminar sponsored by Vipassana Research Institute at Dhammagiri, Igatpuri in May 1995. It is an attempt to address the idea that the world society is at historical crossroads with the overwhelming advancement of technology on one side and the erosion of human values on the other.

1998, 78 pages. A collection of papers presented at the International Seminar sponsored by Vipassana Research Institute at Dhammagiri, Igatpuri in 1989. It focuses on the beneficial effects of Vipassana on drug addicts and the general health.

2002. This covers this important topic of Buddha's teaching in great detail.

1997, 127 pages. The papers presented at the time of the foundation-stone laying ceremony of the Grand Vipassana Stupa being built near Mumbai. It contains detailed reports of the spread of Dhamma around the world. Also included are a number of moving personal accounts of individual meditators from different walks of life.

1995, 142 pages. Patanjali, the author of Yoga Sutras wrote his scholarly works a few centuries after the Buddha, and has drawn heavily from the teachings of the Buddha. An in-depth study of the similarities and dissimilarities. The book contains the Yoga Sutra text references.

2001, 272 pages. Originaly published by Union Buddha Sasana Council of Myanamr as "Manuals of Buddhism", this book contains the English translations of Venerable Ledi Sayadaw's authoritative essays on the essence of Buddha's teachings

2001, 69 pages. Buddha was not a pessimist. This is explained in detail with examples.

1998, 47 pages. Vipassana has been adopted as a prison reform technique in the largest jail in India, the Tihar Jail. The book gives detailed report of the scientific studies carried out to assess the impact of Vipassana meditation on the prisoner's mental health.

1998, 94 pages. A revised edition of the annotated translation of 'Mahasatipatthana Sutta', the primary discourse in which the Buddha described the practice of meditation in detail. It is of interest to any serious student of meditation or to one who wants to know about Buddha's teaching on the meditation practice.

1994, A guide to learn the Pali language.

1999, Gives answers to the test questions in "Pali Primer". An aid in learning

2002, 119 pages. This book throws light on the scientific aspect of the Buddha's Teaching. His teaching is explained with the help of the three important suttas-- the Dhammacakkappavattanasutta, Anattalakhanasutta and the Mahasatipatthanasutta.

2002, 201 pages. This book contains a valuable compilation of Goenkaji's talks and question/answer sessions.

2002, Research analysis and relevant statistics are covered in this study by Dr. Amulya Khurana and Prof.P.L.Dhar

2004, 166 pages. This research by D.R. Parihar analysing the impact of Vipassana in Government covers comparison of Vipassana and non-Vipassana group, Precourse and Post-course feedback, Anecdotal evidences and analysis of Vipassana course forms of Government Officials. Also relevant appendices are available along with suggestions for future research.

2003, 235 pages. This book featuring accounts by Vipassana practitioners leading everyday lives, aims to make Vipassana both better known and more clearly understood.

2003, 244 pages. This volume celebrates U Ba Khin's exemplary life. It contains a collection of his writings and discourses, a biological sketch of his life and the lives of the teachers who preceded him, and is woven together with an extensive interview with his reknowned disciple, S.N.Goenka.

2003, 123 pages. A collection commemorating Goenkaji's tour of North America (April to August 2002). The Universal message of peace - an address by Goenkaji to the Millennium World Peace Summit, New York, The meaning of happiness - an address at the World Economic Forum, Davos-Switzerland and other important articles are found in this collection.

2004, 169 pages. In 2002, at the age of 78, Goenkaji embarked on a remarkable Dhamma tour of the West. He traveled for 128 days through Europe and North America, giving many Dhamma talks, leading meditation sessions, giving media interviews and guiding students in private interviews along the way.

2003, 20 pages. Two addresses at the U.N.

Address to the millennium World Peace Summit by S.N.Goenka. Goenkaji tried to highlight what all religions and spiritual paths have in common.

Keynote address on the occasion of the celebration of the International Recognition of the Vesakha. The talk by Goenkaji puts the teaching of the Buddha in a modern perspective

English pamphlets

English Article reprints
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What Senior Administrators Say About Vipassana-I

What Senior Administrators Say About Vipassana -II

What Senior Administrators Say About Vipassana -III

Vipassana In Prisons

Vipassana — An Art of Corporate Management

Vipassana & Health

Vipassana in Government

Drug Addiction And Therapy: A Vipassana Perspective

Peace within oneself, for peace in the world - 
Keynote address by Goenkaji at the International Buddha Seminar, Sarnath, India, 6th  November 1998

Guidelines for the Practice of Vipassana meditation

Hindi publications

2000, 148 pages. Vipassana meditation is an invaluable ancient heritage of India, which had been lost in the country of its origin. Goenkaji has explained its Universal aspects in his public talks, which have been condensed in this book. Dharma means 'law of nature', and it has been mistakenly used to refer to 'sect' or 'sectarianism' in recent times. Goenkaji explains in detail how to live a good Dhammic life - a life full of peace and harmony through the practice of Vipassana.

1992, 100 pages. Condensed from the evening discourses of Goenkaji during ten-day Vipassana course.

1994, 203 pages. A collection of articles written by Goenkaji explaining in simple and lucid manner the glimpses from Buddha's lifetime and of his teachings.

2001, 180 pages. It is a continuation of the book Jage Pawan Prerana, and contains more in-depth glimpses of the Buddha's teachings.

2001, 88 pages. Explains what is Dhamma, in an easy to understand manner.

1995, 254 pages each volume. An in-depth study of the Buddha's teachings as preserved in Tipitaka. This is the first of a trilogy where Goenkaji explains in great detail the teachings of the Buddha with plenty of Pali quotations with their meaning in Hindi. This first in the series has the Buddha as the main subject.

1999, 176 pages. Inspiring stories from the life of the Buddha with explanation of the Dhamma.

2000, 78 pages. Buddha was not a pessimist. This is explained in detail with examples.

2001, 98 pages. This book is concerning how a good householder should live to generate harmony in household life.

2000, 68 pages. A valuable collection from the hindi newsletters with topicwise bifurcation. These contextual narratives are of enduring value to meditators. This book contains pali verses with hindi translations.

2000, 175 pages. The papers presented at the time of the foundation-stone laying ceremony of the Grand Vipassana Stupa being built near Mumbai. It contains detailed reports of the spread of Dhamma around the world. Also included are a number of moving personal accounts of individual meditators from different walks of life.

2001, 220 pages. This gives the essence of various suttas in Digha and Majjhima Nikaya.

2001, 186 pages. This gives the essence of various suttas in the Samyutta Nikaya.

2001, 150 pages. This gives the essence of various suttas in the Anguttara and Khuddaka Nikaya.

2001, 99 pages. A collection of Pali verses from Tipitaka with Hindi translation.

2001, 93 pages. Consists of the translation of the verses in the Dhammapada.

1996, 54 pages. An annotated translation and review of 'Mahasatipatthana Sutta', the primary discourse in which the Buddha described the practice of meditation in detail. It is of interest to any serious student of meditation or of the Buddha's teaching.

1998. 191 pages. An invaluable collection of couplets written by Goenkaji in Hindi, which are appreciated by meditators and others alike. These couplets illuminate the depths of Dharma in simple manner.

1997, 246 pages. A collection of couplets written in Rajasthani. These couplets illuminate the depths of Dharma in simple manner.

2002, 112 pages.Goenkaji has written this book expressing his gratitude to his grandfather who had a great influence over his young mind The book contains anecdotes from Guruji's life and also a collection of the rajasthani dohas along with explanations.

2002. 119 pages. This book gives details of important events in Goenkaji's life and the work he continues to perform for the welfare of all beings.

2003. 96 pages. Patanjali, the author of Yoga Sutras wrote his scholarly works a few centuries after the Buddha, and has drawn heavily from the teachings of the Buddha. An in-depth study of the similarities and dissimilarities. The book contains the Yoga Sutra text references and references from the Pali tipitaka (vri references).

2003. 53 pages. Contains description from Dr. Omprakashji 's oral utterences and letters. A collection of his writings published in the patrika also form a part of this book

2003. 98 pages. This autobiography with anecdotes and life experiences is meant not merely to satisfy the natural curiosity of the Vipassana meditators round the World but to serve the purpose of guiding them and promoting their wisdom. Another aim of this publication is to serve as a warning to Vipassana meditators atleast from committing the hienous crime of condemning the Buddha's teaching.(The Buddha's flawless teaching was lost from India and condemned on a false basis.)

2003. 68 pages. The Sammasambuddha was born in Jambudipa(India). Sammasambuddha discovers the path to the ultimate truth which is bound to be beneficial to one and all. Through this book many misconceptions about the Buddha and his teaching have been cleared. An attempt has also been made to clear the wrong impressions about the great Emperor Ashokha who was instrumental in spreading the Buddha's invaluable teaching to the neighbouring countries. This book will help receptive minds willing to see the truth, to come out of their wrong notions regarding the Buddha and Emperor Ashoka.

2004. 308 pages. This is a hindi translation of the pali text of Anguttara Nikaya - volume 1

2005. 61pages. This book describes how Vipassana was introduced in jail. The experience of the jail inmates after undergoing a ten day course speaks volumes about the efficacy of Vipassana in reforming society. An attempt has been made to highlight Buddha's words in pali (with translations) and drawing parallels to what the jail inmates had expressed after doing a course thereby confirming the eternal nature of his teachings.

2005. 120 pages, 160 pages. The enriching experiences of meditators practising Vipassana are presented in these two volumes. The accounts of numerous meditators from all walks of life, the world over are compiled to inspire one and all.

2005. 24 pages. Gives an insight into the personality and laudable works of Jeevaka the royal physician at the Buddha's time

2006. 28 pages. Himsa (violence) begins in the mind. True Ahimsa (non-violence) is not letting himsa originate in the mind. This is a talk given by Goenkaji quoting from the jain scriptures which also followed Ahimsa.

2006. 165 pages. Emperor Ashoka followed the Buddha's teachings and tried to rule the country in a Dhammic way. During his time he encouraged his subjects to follow the Dhamma as can be seen in the 42 Asokan inscriptions in its original form covered in this book. The translations in hindi and word meanings help to promote understanding his message to the world.

Hindi pamphlets

 
Hindi Article reprints

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Sampraday Na Dharma Hai

Dharam Darshan

Chale Dharma Ke Panth

Apana Antar Dekh

Shashantantra Mein Vipassana

Citta Samta Na Khoy (Rajasthani dohas)

Dharma Sada Mangal Karai (Rajasthani dohas)

Apano Karam Sudhar (Rajasthani dohas)

Dhup Chaw Ri Jindagi (Rajasthani dohas)

Man Ra Mail Utar (Rajasthani dohas)

Dharma Kya Hai

Dharma Ka Sar

Dharma Ka Sahi Mulyankan

Samata Dharma

Dharma Ka Sarvahitkari Swaroop

Samyak Dharma

Satya Hi Dharma Hai

Marathi

1997, 228 pages. A translation of William Hart's book 'Art of Living'. A full length study of the teaching of Vipassana useful both for meditators and non-meditators alike. Includes illustrative stories, as well as answers to student's questions that convey a vivid sense of his teaching.

1994, 251 pages. A translation of Hindi book of the same name. A collection of articles written by Goenkaji explaining in simple and lucid manner the glimpses from Buddha's lifetime and of his teachings.

1994, 84 pages. Condensed from the evening discourses of Goenkaji during ten-day Vipassana course.

1996, 108 pages. Explains what is Dhamma, in an easy to understand manner.

2001, 187 pages. A translation of hindi book of the same name. It is a continuation of the book Jage Pawan Prerana, and contains more in-depth glimpses of the Buddha's teachings.

2004, 115 pages. A translation of hindi book of the same name. Vipassana meditation is an invaluable ancient heritage of India, which had been lost in the country of its origin. Goenkaji has explained its Universal aspects in his public talks, which have been condensed in this book. Dharma means 'law of nature', and it has been mistakenly used to refer to 'sect' or 'sectarianism' in recent times. Goenkaji explains in detail how to live a good Dhammic life - a life full of peace and harmony through the practice of Vipassana.

Gujarati

1995, 94 pages. Condensed from the evening discourses of Goenkaji during ten-day Vipassana course.

1996, 130 pages. Explains what is Dhamma in an easy to understand manner.

2001, 51pages. A translation of Hindi book of the same name.An annotated translation of 'Mahasatipatthana Sutta', the primary discourse in which the Buddha described the practice of meditation in detail. It is of interest to any serious student of meditation or to one who wants to know about Buddha's description of the practice of meditation.

2001, 187 pages. A translation of Hindi book of the same name.Contains in-depth glimpses of the Buddha's teachings.

2001, 175 pages. A translation of Hindi book of the same name. Inspiring stories from the life of the Buddha with explanation of the Dhamma.

2004, 298 pages. A translation of Hindi book of the same name. A collection of articles written by Goenkaji explaining in simple and lucid manner the glimpses from Buddha's lifetime and of his teachings.

2004, 67pages. A translation of Hindi book of the same name. Buddha was not a pessimist. This is explained in detail with examples.

2004, 115 pages. A translation of hindi book of the same name. Vipassana meditation is an invaluable ancient heritage of India, which had been lost in the country of its origin. Goenkaji has explained its Universal aspects in his public talks, which have been condensed in this book. Dharma means 'law of nature', and it has been mistakenly used to refer to 'sect' or 'sectarianism' in recent times. Goenkaji explains in detail how to live a good Dhammic life - a life full of peace and harmony through the practice of Vipassana.

2005. 102 pages. This book is concerning how a good householder should live to generate harmony in household life.

Gujarati pamphlet

Urdu

Urdu book

Tamil

2003, 180 pages. A translation of William Hart's book 'Art of Living'. A full length study of the teaching of Vipassana useful both for meditators and non-meditators alike. Includes illustrative stories, as well as answers to student's questions that convey a vivid sense of his teaching.

2005, 95 pages. Summaries of the evening discourses by S.N. Goenka during a ten-day course of Vipassana.

2005, 95 pages. Condensed from three day public talks of S.N. Goenka explaining the true meaning of Dhamma(Dharma in Sanskrit), which has now been mistakenly used to refer to 'sect' or 'sectarianism'. Goenkaji explains in detail how to live a good Dhammic life - a life full of peace and harmony through the practice of Vipassana.

French

2004. A french translation of the english book of the same name.

2004. A french translation of the english book of the same name.

Pali

1998, 52 pages. Buddha Sahassanamavali means '1000 names of the Buddha'. A selected collection of 208 Pali couplets written by Goenkaji expounding the virtues and qualities of the Buddha. The book is rich in Pali vocabulary, and can be a great aid to learn Pali language also.The book is available in the following seven scripts: Devanagari, Roman, Myanmar, Thai, Sri Lankan, Cambodian, Mongolian

1999, 163 pages. Buddha Gunagathavali is a collection of pali verses on the qualities of the Buddha composed by Goenkaji. These verses will not only improve the Pali vocabulary of a Vipassana meditator but also the attendant Buddhanussati while reading the verses will make their meditation stronger. The book is available in the following three scripts: Devanagari, Roman, Myanmar.

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The Pali Tipitaka, with commentaries and sub-commentaries printed in Devanagari script are available.

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Farsi

The following tanslations in Farsi are available for free download as a pdf :

The Art of Living - by William Hart

Come People of the World

The Gracious Flow of Dhamma

The Discourse Summaries

Meditation Now - Inner peace through inner wisdom

Healing the Healer & The Experience of Impermanence by Dr Paul Fleischman

Vipassana Addictions & Health (Seminar 1989)
 

Mahasatipatthana Sutta - Farsi Pali

Others

 
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