S.N. Goenka

Indian teacher of Vipassana meditation in the tradition of U Ba Khin; a lay meditation teacher who established numerous Vipassana centers worldwide (notably Dhamma Giri) and popularized 10-day Vipassana courses.

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  1. 1. Discourse Summaries

    A concise collection of course talks and clarifications offering practical guidance on Vipassana meditation and the Buddhist teachings that underlie it. It explains core principles—Four Noble Truths, impermanence, suffering, non‑self—along with the routine and discipline of practice, observation of bodily sensations, development of equanimity, and ethical precepts, using clear analogies and step‑by‑step advice for common difficulties. The tone is systematic and nonsectarian, emphasizing direct experience and daily integration of practice to reduce suffering and cultivate insight.