Mingun Sayadaw
Burmese monk and Buddhist scholar
Born
November 1st, 1911
113 years ago
Died
1993
32 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Myanmar
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Mingun Sayadaw was a prominent Burmese monk and scholar in the Theravada Buddhist tradition. His teachings and writings focused on Buddhist philosophy and meditation practices. He played a significant role in the spread of Buddhism in Myanmar during a time of political upheaval. As a key figure in the Dhammayaza movement, he contributed to the promotion of meditation and mindfulness. His teachings emphasized the importance of direct experience in understanding Buddhist principles. Mingun Sayadaw's works garnered attention both in Myanmar and internationally, establishing him as a respected authority on Buddhism.
Authored essential texts on Buddhist meditation
Led the Dhammayaza movement in Myanmar
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