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Orthodox Theravāda Reference Library (BPS Editions)
You can find the complete BPS library at BPS Online Library.
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The Path of Purification (Visuddhimagga) — Bhadantācariya Buddhaghosa (Trans. Bhikkhu Ñāṇamoli)
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A Comprehensive Manual of Abhidhamma — Bhikkhu Bodhi
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A Manual of Abhidhamma — Narada Thera
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The Buddha and His Teachings — Narada Mahathera
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The Word of the Buddha — Nyanatiloka Thera
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The Path to Deliverance — Nyanatiloka Thera
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Fundamentals of Buddhism — Nyanatiloka Thera
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The Buddha’s Ancient Path — Piyadassi Thera
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The Seven Stages of Purification — Matara Sri Nanarama
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The Life of the Buddha — Nanamoli Thera
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The Noble Eightfold Path — Bhikkhu Bodhi
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The Mirror of the Dhamma — Narada Thera & Bhikkhu Kassapa
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Ajahn Sujin Boriharnwanaket Reference Library
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A Survey of Paramattha Dhammas
A comprehensive and concise account of the Buddha’s teachings on ultimate realities.
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The Perfections Leading to Enlightenment
An exploration of the pāramīs and their development in daily life.
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Taking Refuge in Buddhism
Focuses on building true faith through the understanding of the Dhamma.
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Mettā: Loving-kindness in Buddhism
A direct approach to the practical application of mettā as a reality, not just words.
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Realities and Concepts
Extracted from A Survey of Paramattha Dhammas, focusing on the distinction between truth and naming.
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Buddhism in Daily Life (Ajahn Sujin)
Practical guidance on seeing dhammas in ordinary experience rather than special postures.
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Nina van Gorkom Reference Library
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Abhidhamma in Daily Life
An essential introduction to the Abhidhamma, defining absolute realities and encouraging their recognition in ordinary experience to eradicate wrong views.
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Cetasikas
A detailed study of the 52 mental factors (cetasikas) that accompany the mind, helping the reader identify defilements and develop wholesome qualities.
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Buddhism in Daily Life (Nina van Gorkom)
Written in Thailand, this book explores how the Buddha’s teachings on generosity, sincerity, and tolerance are lived in every moment.
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