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Questions about Buddhist Publication Society

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who founded the Buddhist Publication Society in 1958?

A.S. Karunaratna, Richard Abeyasekera, and Nyanaponika Thera established the Buddhist Publication Society in Kandy, Sri Lanka on the 2nd of May 1958.

What are the dimensions and page counts for The Wheel booklets published by the Buddhist Publication Society?

The Wheel booklets measure 4.8 by 7.2 inches and usually contain between 40 and 80 pages since their inception in 1958.

When did Bhikkhu Bodhi serve as editor for the Buddhist Publication Society?

Bhikkhu Bodhi served as editor from 1984 until 2002 and authored numerous works during his tenure.

Which organization distributes BPS books across the Americas under a partnership with Pariyatti?

Pariyatti, a U.S. publisher affiliated with the Vipassana Research Academy, distributes BPS books across the Americas through an imprint called BPS Pariyatti Editions.

Why does the Buddhist Publication Society distribute free copies to libraries and monasteries?

The Nyanaponika Dhamma Dana Project launched in 1993 ensures that financial barriers do not prevent people from accessing core teachings by sending free copies to temples and practice centers worldwide.