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The Far Shore: Vipassana, The Practice of Insight (London, 1980; second edition, Delhi, 1996; updated and corrected editions, Delhi, 2001, 2009) -- concerns the application of a systematic open mindfulness to experiences through life. This open mindfulness is a full non-judgmental curiosity about whatever it is that might next arise in our experience.

Library call number: BQ5630 .V5 G56
(perhaps with a date of publication following this).

1980 edition

1996 and 2001 editions

2009 edition

The Revised Edition (2009) has now been published and is available for purchase. It can be distinguished from the earlier editions by its new ISBN 13: 978-81-208-1348-9, which is found on the copyright page of the book. The earlier ISBN 10 found in the first two editions by Motilal Banarsidass was 81-208-1348-0.

ISBN 10 refers to the ten digits of that number; ISBN 13 has thirteen digits. Both numbers are considered to refer to the book in any of its editions (even though the copyright pages differ as described here.)

This 2009 edition is the fourth edition (the third Indian edition, published by Motilal Banarsidass, Delhi) of The Far Shore: Vipassana, The Practice of Insight.

More information is available from the publisher, Motilal Banarsidass Publishers Private Limited, at its site The Far Shore, Third Edition.

eBook edition
(forthcoming;
in preparation,
no publication date
at this time)

The book's varying essays, poems, and brief sketches of consciousness are a collection coming from edited versions of talks given while leading mindfulness (or insight) meditation retreats, first beginning in 1975, as notes for reflection and for others about particular processes in our experience (phenomenology), and in reply to various questions sent by students & friends about this practice in general or their practice in particular.

The idea of the far shore may be pointed to briefly in these terms: We have all had glimpses from the far shore, where with openness we experience and are fully in touch with ourselves. From the far shore we see with honesty, calrity, and true acceptance. The Far Shore offers reflections on this experience in everyday life, and is addressed to all who are drawn to the path of awareness and compassion.

Or, in the words of the Buddha:
Let go past,
Let go future,
Let go present --
Be on the far shore.

Those wishing to pursue this metaphor may look further into Dhammapada, verse 348; Majjhima-nikaya, sutta no. 131; and Suttanipata, verses 796-421.

REVIEWS




For those who like glimpsing via reviews of the book (these, from the back cover of varous editions):






"The Far Shore is a precise, simple and clear practical book on the development of non-judgmental, choiceless and insightful awareness which leads to the complete evolution of consciousness."

Dhiravamsa, Author of Turning To The Source



"These essays, like letters from a wise spiritual friend, emphasize the respect and kindness that are central to the heart's spiritual awakening."

Jack Kornfield, Author of A Path With Heart



"To Vipassana practice, certainly different approaches are possible and desirable; and certainly yours of 'soft Vipassana' can be helpful and effective. Those who are helped by it, may then feel encouraged to take up a stricter regimen."

Nyanaponika Mahathera, Forest Hermitage, Kandy, Sri Lanka



"The Venerable Mahasi Sayadaw believes that your approach to Vipassana Meditation is basically correct. You have done great work for the progress of the Vipassana Meditation."

Mahasi Sayadaw, Sasana Yeiktha, Buddha Sasana Nuggaha Organization, Rangoon, sent by his personal secretary, Dr. Ba Glay.



"Contemplation articulated, insight and concern expressed, it is as though getting in touch with a place within our own minds."

The Venerable Tenzin Kachoe, President of Thubten Dhargye Ling Center (USA)



"It is indeed a remarkable contribution for those on the path of awakening and a good book for those who keep abreast of the Vipassana technique and its application in daily life."

Ajit R. Telang, Dilip, Vol. 27, No. 4 (Oct.-Dec., 2001)
[Dilip is a quarterly journal published by the Sudakshina Trust, Prabhadevi, Mumbai, India.]

Reviews of the book taken from various web sites and other sources:

"I love this little book and keep it next to my bed and periodically read it for inspiration and peace of mind. I encourage anyone interested in meditation, spirituality, Buddhism, etc. to buy this book. It also makes a great gift. Mitchell Ginsberg, Ph.D, is a former Professor of Philosophy, Yale University, and has also written a couple other books I like titled The Inner Palace and Calm, Clear, and Loving."

Geraldine Wangmo



"This is it --- a remedy for life's sufferings you can apply yourself, curing your ailments, taking you beyond; a remedy for all walks of life, first taught by the Buddha, requiring no belief system --- vipassana, the practice of insight. The Far Shore makes this practice easy to understand, and is as well enjoyable to read for those already practicing vipassana."

Nobu Asano, O.M.D., 40-year-beginner of vipassana meditation

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