About Us
“Vipassana is an ideal place for every person who is looking for personal development and rest from anxieties of modern life”
Vipassana, is "to see things as they really are," an ancient meditation technique rediscovered by Gautam Buddha over 2500 years ago. It promotes self-transformation through self-observation, focusing on the mind-body connection by disciplined attention to physical sensations. This practice aims to eradicate mental impurities, leading to liberation and a balanced mind full of love and compassion.
History Of Vipassana
History Of Vipassana
An ancient Indian practice rediscovered by Siddhartha Gautama over 2,500 years ago, Vipassana was passed down through the Theravada tradition and later revived by Sayagyi U Ba Khin and Shri Satyanarayan Goenka.
Principles and Philosophy
Principles and Philosophy
Vipassana, rooted in Buddha's teachings, emphasizes insight, mindfulness, and freedom from suffering. Its universal principles offer pathways to inner peace, transcending cultural boundaries through self-awareness and understanding reality.
Benefits and Significance
Benefits and Significance
Mental clarity, stress reduction, emotional balance, and improved concentration, liberation from suffering, personal transformation, and enhanced emotional intelligence through mindfulness.
Life and Legacy of S.N. Goenka
Born on 30 January 1924 in Burma to Indian Marwari parents, Goenka grew up in a conservative Hindu household. Being a successful businessman, he began experiencing severe migraines in 1955. Seeking relief, he met Vipassana teacher Sayagyi U Ba Khin and, despite initial reluctance, trained under him for 14 years.
In 1969, Goenka was authorized to teach Vipassana by Sayagyi U Ba Khin. He left his business, moved to India, and established the first Vipassana center in Hyderabad. In 1976, he opened Dhamma Giri in Igatpuri and later founded the Vipassana Research Institute in 1985. He initially taught 10-day retreats and began training assistant teachers in 1982. By 1988, he had taught numerous people worldwide.
