Paramattha - Science of the Inner Life

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Paramattha explores in intricate detail the workings of the body, mind, consciousness, and the path to enlightenment—the four ultimates of Buddhist Abhidhamma philosophy. Presented in a clear and progressive manner, it guides the reader from simple, easily understood concepts to insights of increasing complexity, culminating in an exploration of the very laws underlying existence.


In its four parts, the book takes the reader step by step through:

• The Four Fundamental Realities (Paramattha) – forming a basic vocabulary of insight.

• The Paṭṭhāna Conditions – outlining possible relations between these realities, acting as the grammar of insight.

• The Five Niyāma (Fundamental Laws of Existence) – providing a framework for understanding reality at a deeper level.

• Practical Application – exploring how this knowledge can be integrated into meditation and daily life.
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Designed for meditators, seekers, and students of Buddhist philosophy, Paramattha blends ancient wisdom with modern clarity, offering practical tools for spiritual growth and daily living. Enhanced with carefully crafted graphics and diagrams it makes each point comprehensible and clear.


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Bhikkhu Dhammānanda

About the Author
Bhikkhu Dhammānanda is a German born Theravada Buddhist monk. At the age of 20, he embarked on a journey across various countries in search of deeper spiritual meaning. At 23, he ordained as a monk in Myanmar, where he has spent over 15 years immersed in the study and meditation on the Buddhist scriptures, particularly focusing on the Abhidhamma. His teachings blend traditional Buddhist wisdom with practical insights for modern-day practitioners.
Bhikkhu Dhammānanda has written on Buddhist philosophy, spiritual growth, and meditation, aiming to make these teachings accessible to a contemporary audience. His works, including Paramattha, emphasise both scholarly and practical approaches to understanding the Dhamma.
He currently shares his knowledge through books, essays, and Dhamma talks available on his website: 
https://highermindart.info