Explore the universal experience of death, both our own and that of loved ones, with a framework for understanding and engaging with it mindfully. This collection integrates material from various sources to cultivate awareness and equanimity in the face of impermanence. It draws from ancient Pali texts, the teachings of S.N. Goenka, insightful poems, theoretical discussions, and practical questions and answers. Key sections highlight experiences of meditators who confronted the end of life, offering an aspirational model for accepting impermanence, suffering, and non-self.

Why You Should Read?

• Gain a comprehensive context for understanding death and the dying process.
• Learn to approach death with awareness, equanimity, and inner peace.
• Find inspiration in the true stories of meditators confronting their own mortality.
• Deepen your understanding of core concepts like impermanence, suffering, and non-self.

About the Author

S.N. Goenka (1924-2013) was a leading lay teacher of Vipassana meditation. Born in Burma, he spent his early life as a successful businessman. After suffering from severe migraines, he began to study Vipassana under Sayagyi U Ba Khin. Goenka later moved to India and began teaching Vipassana in 1969, establishing numerous centers worldwide and making the technique accessible to millions.