Most meditators know the name Mahāsi Sayadaw. Yet, few acknowledge the master who provided his primary guidance. If the Mahāsi Vipassanā tradition has helped millions develop mindfulness and insight, where did its systematic accuracy and focus originate? Answering this requires looking at the life of Mingun Jetavan Sayadaw, a personality frequen… Read More

The time is nearly 2:00 a.m., and my bedroom feels uncomfortably warm even with a slight breeze coming through the window. There is a distinct scent of damp night air, reminiscent of a rainstorm that has already occurred elsewhere. My lower back is tight and resistant. I find myself repeatedly shifting my posture, then forcing myself to be still, o… Read More