Who Is Mother Sayama? The International Meditation Centre After U Ba Khin
Mother Sayamagyi led U Ba Khin's centre in Burma after his death and carried the teaching west. Here is her real story.
The Day S.N. Goenka Passed Away
A simple, factual account of September 29, 2013, the day Goenkaji passed away, and the days that followed.
The Truest Way to Honor Goenkaji on His Punya Tithi
On Goenkaji's Punya Tithi, students remember him not with rituals but with sincere practice. Here is why that matters, in simple words.
The Story of Goenkaji: A Life That Changed Millions
The full, simple story of S.N. Goenka's life, from a rich businessman in pain to the teacher who brought Vipassana back to the world.
The Life of S.N. Goenka: A Timeline
A simple year-by-year timeline of Goenkaji's life, from his birth in Burma to building a worldwide meditation movement.
S.N. Goenka’s Punya Tithi: Remembering His Life and Passing
Today marks Goenkaji's Punya Tithi. A simple look back at his life, his teaching journey, and the day he passed away in 2013.
What the Pali Suttas Show About Goenkaji’s Method
A close look at what the Satipatthana and Anapanasati Suttas actually say, compared with Goenka's method.
How Was Vipassana Preserved in Burma When It Faded Elsewhere?
Vipassana survived in Burma for centuries while it faded elsewhere. Here is what history actually supports.
Who Was Saya Thetgyi? The Farmer Who Taught U Ba Khin
Saya Thetgyi was a Burmese farmer who lost his children to cholera, then became a respected Vipassana teacher.
Who Was Ledi Sayadaw? The Monk Who Revived Vipassana in Burma
Ledi Sayadaw was the Burmese monk who brought Vipassana out of the monastery. Here is his real story.