Bhante Henepola Gunaratana
4 books
About the Author
Bhante Henepola Gunaratana, a revered Sri Lankan Theravada Buddhist monk, has dedicated over seven decades to the practice and dissemination of Buddhist teachings. Born in 1927 in Sri Lanka, he ordained as a novice monk at age twelve and pursued advanced studies in Buddhist philosophy and meditation under renowned masters. In 1968, he arrived in the United States, where he founded the Bhavana Society in West Virginia, a serene forest monastery that serves as a hub for intensive meditation retreats. As a scholar and teacher, Bhante Gunaratana has authored numerous works that bridge ancient wisdom with contemporary life, guiding seekers toward profound spiritual awakening. His approachable yet profound insights have touched countless lives, fostering mindfulness and deeper meditative states amid modern distractions.
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