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Bhikkhu Henepola Gunaratana

    Bhante Henepola Gunaratana, affectionately known as “Bhante G,” is the founding abbot of the Bhavana Society and an internationally recognized author and meditation teacher. His teaching style is direct and compassionate, as reflected in his books and articles. He emphasizes metta bhavana (the cultivation of loving-friendliness) as a foundation for samma-samadhi, or right concentration, highlighting the importance of both samadhi and metta in spiritual training. Bhante G offers a well-rounded approach to Buddhist Dhamma, touching on all aspects of the Noble Eightfold Path.

    Beyond Mindfulness in Plain English
    • “A straightforward and pragmatic guide to deepening levels of concentration and insight. This book is a joy to read and a great gift to us all.”—Joseph Goldstein, author of MindfulnessCountless people worldlwide have made Mindfulness in Plain English a beloved and bestselling classic in almost a dozen languages. Now after nearly two decades, Bhante helps meditators of every stripe take their mindfulness practice to the next level - helping them go, in a word, beyond mindfulness. In the same warm, clear, and friendly voice, Bhante introduces the reader to what have been known for centuries as the "jhanas" - deeply calm, joyous, and powerful states of meditation that, when explored with the clearly presented tools in this book, can lead to a life of insight and unshakeable peace.

      Beyond Mindfulness in Plain English