[(The Way to Ultimate Calm)] [By (author) Webu Sayadaw ] published on

by Webu Sayadaw

A wide number of discourses by one of the outstanding Burmese meditation masters of the 20th century is brought together in this pivotal Vipassana collection. It is a deeply inspiring look at Webu Sayadaw, who spent his life teaching the practical basics of the Buddha’s teaching to all who were inclined to listen. Sayadaw stressed that actual meditation practice was the only way to truly understand the teachings of the Buddha. His refreshing simplicity, his patience, his lovely sense of humor, and his humility—all of which are revealed in these dialogues with his audience—illuminate a side of the Buddha’s teaching that can not easily be perceived in treatises and texts. The book also highlights Sayadaw's relationship with Sayagyi U Ba Khin, who would help in the spread of Vipassana meditation to the West.

Genres: Buddhism, Meditation

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Reviews

[Patricia Mauerhofer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know how many times I have read this book, and how many times thought about it. But most importantly, it's the ultimate guide to keep up the practice in everyday life, no matter what. I feel very blessed to have visited Webu Sayadaw's monastery; inspiring and one of the highlights of my life.

[Aishwarya S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practice over dialogue and experience over contemplation. This book is an extraordinary insight into the instructions of Anapana or naturally occurring in-breath and out-breath and a prolific dive into the process of attaining calm and equanimity. A must read for all who have completed at least one 10-day Vipassana course.

[Pasparto · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was interesting to see how Buddhism is traditionally taught in one of its home countries and to compare it with western presentations of Buddhism.

[Tine! · Rating 5 out of 5]

This dude is a boss. And straightforward.