A Manual of the Excellent Man: Uttamapurisa Dipani - Softcover

Ledi Sayadaw

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9552402034 ISBN 13: 9789552402036

Publisher: Buddhist Publication Society,Sri Lanka, 2001

Synopsis

<div>This manual is written in reply to a layperson requesting guidance in developing insight, clarifying doctrinal aspects, and advancing from a blind worldling to a wise and virtuous person who has the eye of knowledge. In clear, concise, vivid language the author explains the perfections, seven aspects of the five aggregates to be perceived, the true peace of Nibbana, how to be mindful while doing a meritorious deed, practicing the three refuges, the four types of Buddhists, and understanding the Four Noble Truths and Dependent Origination. Included is an exhortation regarding great opportunities for human rebirth, meeting the Buddha, becoming a bhikkhu, having confidence, and hearing the Dhamma.</div>

About this title

About the Author

<div>Ven. Ledi Sayadaw was a well-known and highly respected scholar and meditator monk in Burma. He was the author of more than 100 books, including The Manuals of Dhamma and The Requisites of Enlightenment.</div>

Edition details

• Publisher: Buddhist Publication Society,Sri Lanka
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9552402034
• ISBN 13: 9789552402036
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144