Prof. Bhikshu Satyapala
Head, Room No. 307, Extension Building, Faculty of Arts, University of Delhi ? 110007 Campus Phone: 011-27666625, 27666445 Fax: 011-27666445 E-mail: bhikshusatyapala@live.com
ResearchTeachingHonors/RewardsConferencesBooksJournalsProjects
Ph. D. University of Delhi 1987
Concept of Death in Early Buddhist Literature
M.A. Magadh University 1975
Buddhist Philosophy, Palyacariya
Kameshwar Singh Darbahanga Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya, 1972 (Pali)
Buddhist Philosophy
Career Profile
Organisation / Institution/Designation/Duration/Role
University of Delhi
Lecturer
1981-1992 Teaching & Research
University of Delhi, Reader 1993-2006
Teaching & Research
University of Delhi, Professor 2006 till date
Teaching & Research
Research Interests / Specialization
My research interest includes Theravada Abhidhamma Philosophy, Theravada Buddhist Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Para-Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Eschatology, and Pali (Language and Literature). My main focus of research is to develop a relationship of Buddhist teachings in modern context mainly in the light of topics related to Engaged Buddhism.
Teaching Experience (Subjects/Courses Taught)
1981 to Till date: Philosophy Theravada Abhidhamma Philosophy, Theravada Buddhist Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Para-Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Eschatology, and Pali (Language and Literature). 29 Years
Honors & Awards
1. Aggamahapandita ? The highest academic award conferred by The Government of Myanmar, 10th of March 2009. (The Award has been instituted in 10th Century.)2. Sangaharaja (The Highest Position of Bhikshu Sangha of India ) 3. Gold Medal for securing the First Class First Position in M.A. (Pali) Exam. from the Magadh University, Bodh Gaya, Bihar. 4. First Prize for securing First Class First Position in the all India Hindi Certificate Exam. held in Delhi. 5. Gold Medal for securing the First Class First Position in the Sutta Upadhi Exam. from the Bangiya Sanskrit Siksha Parishada, Calcutta.
Publication (last five years) - Books
Year of Publication
Title Publisher Co-Author2008
Buddher Bhasa (Bengali) 2008
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 35
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2007
Buddher Divyadrishti O Ajivaka Upaka (Bengali) 2006
Sarana Grahanera Prampara (Bengali) 2009
Jai Mangala A hagatha(Bengali) 2009
Language of Buddha 2009
Buddist Studies(Edited)vol.36
dep.of Buddhist Studies ,D.U 2008
Pali Sahitye Candra Mahatma Katha (In press)
Buddha Triratna Mission, Delhi 2007
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 33 & 34
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2006
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 28 & 29 Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 24 & 25
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2005
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 26 & 27
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2004
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 24 & 25
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2008
Nirvana: Manava Jivaner Laksya (In press)
Buddha Triratna Mission, Delhi 2008
Buddher Darshane Dukkha Darshana (In press)
Buddha Triratna Mission, Delhi
Publication (last five years) - In Indexed/ Peer Reviewed Journals
Year of Publication Title
JounalCo-Author 2008
An llustra on of the life of thera Mahakaccana
Buddhist Studies 2008
Engaged Buddihism: Re interpreta on of Early Buddisum
Buddhist Studies 2009
Kala and Kamma Theravada buddhism
Buddhist Studies 2007
Neo Buddhism Buddhist Studies 2007
The Language of the Buddha Buddhist Studies 2007
Dhammachakrapravartana-Sutra Aur Vishwa Sanskriti Buddhist Studies 2007
An Illustration of the Life of Thera Mahakaccayana Buddhist Studies 2006
A Critical Note on Asava Buddhist Studies 2006 Path O Pathik Arghya 2006
Pali Shityer Mula Vaktabya Sasanavamsa 2006
Vaisakhi Purnima O Antim Buddha-purnima Anoma 2005
Dhammacakkappavattanasutta: Its title and the First Listeners
Buddhist Studies 2004
Cuti-Citta: A psychological Analysis Buddhist Studies 2004
Ethico-Eschatological Perspective of Death in Early Buddhism Buddhist Studies Publication (last five years)
ResearchTeachingHonors/RewardsConferencesBooksJournalsProjects
Ph. D. University of Delhi 1987
Concept of Death in Early Buddhist Literature
M.A. Magadh University 1975
Buddhist Philosophy, Palyacariya
Kameshwar Singh Darbahanga Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya, 1972 (Pali)
Buddhist Philosophy
Career Profile
Organisation / Institution/Designation/Duration/Role
University of Delhi
Lecturer
1981-1992 Teaching & Research
University of Delhi, Reader 1993-2006
Teaching & Research
University of Delhi, Professor 2006 till date
Teaching & Research
Research Interests / Specialization
My research interest includes Theravada Abhidhamma Philosophy, Theravada Buddhist Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Para-Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Eschatology, and Pali (Language and Literature). My main focus of research is to develop a relationship of Buddhist teachings in modern context mainly in the light of topics related to Engaged Buddhism.
Teaching Experience (Subjects/Courses Taught)
1981 to Till date: Philosophy Theravada Abhidhamma Philosophy, Theravada Buddhist Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Para-Psychology, Theravada Buddhist Eschatology, and Pali (Language and Literature). 29 Years
Honors & Awards
1. Aggamahapandita ? The highest academic award conferred by The Government of Myanmar, 10th of March 2009. (The Award has been instituted in 10th Century.)2. Sangaharaja (The Highest Position of Bhikshu Sangha of India ) 3. Gold Medal for securing the First Class First Position in M.A. (Pali) Exam. from the Magadh University, Bodh Gaya, Bihar. 4. First Prize for securing First Class First Position in the all India Hindi Certificate Exam. held in Delhi. 5. Gold Medal for securing the First Class First Position in the Sutta Upadhi Exam. from the Bangiya Sanskrit Siksha Parishada, Calcutta.
Publication (last five years) - Books
Year of Publication
Title Publisher Co-Author2008
Buddher Bhasa (Bengali) 2008
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 35
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2007
Buddher Divyadrishti O Ajivaka Upaka (Bengali) 2006
Sarana Grahanera Prampara (Bengali) 2009
Jai Mangala A hagatha(Bengali) 2009
Language of Buddha 2009
Buddist Studies(Edited)vol.36
dep.of Buddhist Studies ,D.U 2008
Pali Sahitye Candra Mahatma Katha (In press)
Buddha Triratna Mission, Delhi 2007
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 33 & 34
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2006
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 28 & 29 Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 24 & 25
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2005
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 26 & 27
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2004
Buddhist Studies (Edited) Vol. 24 & 25
Deptt. of Buddhist Studies, D. U. 2008
Nirvana: Manava Jivaner Laksya (In press)
Buddha Triratna Mission, Delhi 2008
Buddher Darshane Dukkha Darshana (In press)
Buddha Triratna Mission, Delhi
Publication (last five years) - In Indexed/ Peer Reviewed Journals
Year of Publication Title
JounalCo-Author 2008
An llustra on of the life of thera Mahakaccana
Buddhist Studies 2008
Engaged Buddihism: Re interpreta on of Early Buddisum
Buddhist Studies 2009
Kala and Kamma Theravada buddhism
Buddhist Studies 2007
Neo Buddhism Buddhist Studies 2007
The Language of the Buddha Buddhist Studies 2007
Dhammachakrapravartana-Sutra Aur Vishwa Sanskriti Buddhist Studies 2007
An Illustration of the Life of Thera Mahakaccayana Buddhist Studies 2006
A Critical Note on Asava Buddhist Studies 2006 Path O Pathik Arghya 2006
Pali Shityer Mula Vaktabya Sasanavamsa 2006
Vaisakhi Purnima O Antim Buddha-purnima Anoma 2005
Dhammacakkappavattanasutta: Its title and the First Listeners
Buddhist Studies 2004
Cuti-Citta: A psychological Analysis Buddhist Studies 2004
Ethico-Eschatological Perspective of Death in Early Buddhism Buddhist Studies Publication (last five years)
Conference Presentations
1. ?Sangiti Tradition and Pali Literature?, at Department of Buddhist Studies, University Delhi?s international seminar on ?Sangitis (Buddhist Councils): Perspectives and Prospects? from February 8-10, 2008. 2. ?Contribution of Vietnamese Buddhism? at Vietnam Buddhist Academy in conference held from November 8-9, 2007. 3. ?The Tradition of Sangitis and the P嬩 Literature? at an International Conference of All Theravada Buddhist Universities 9-12 March, 2007 Popa Mountain Resort, Myanmar.
Publication (Total Profile) - Books 15
Publication (Total Profile) - In Indexed/ Peer Reviewed Journals Editor, 17 Journals
Publication (Total Profile) - Articles 40
Publication (Total Profile) - Conference Presentations 35
Public Service / University Service / Consulting Activity
Public Services:Organized Blood Donation Camp, Free Distribution of Medicines, Free Distribution of Blankets, Meditation Camp, Relief Camp, Free Book Distribution among the poor students and many more. University Service: 1. Member, Academic Council, University of Delhi, Delhi2. Member, Management Committee, Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, Nalanda, Bihar3. Member, Academic Council, Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, Nalanda, Bihar4. Committee Member for South and South East Asia (UNESCO) International Association For History of Religions5. Member, Sahitya Academy, New Delhi6. Member, Research Committee, C. I. B. S., Leh, Ladakh, J & K. 7. President, BLIA Delhi University Chapter, Delhi (India) 8. Life Member, Maha Bodhi Society of India, Kolkata9. Member, Board of Research Studies, Deptt. of Pali & Buddhist Studies, B.H.U., VaranasiConsulting Services: 1. Academic Expert, Benaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh2. Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh3. Dr. Ambedkar Baba Saheb Commerce College, Mumbai, Maharashtra4. Member, Syllabus Committee, National Institute Open Schooling, Ministry for Human Resource Development, Govt. of India, New Delhi5. Member, Foreign Scholarship Committee, University Grant Commission, New Delhi6. Member, Board of Experts, Syllabus Committee, Department of Sanskrit and Pali, Gorakhpur University, Uttar Pradesh7. Advisor, International Journal, Mahachulangkorn Rajavidyalaya University, Bangkok (Thailand) 8. External Expert (Higher Studies), Int?l Theravada Buddhist Missionary University, Yangon (Myanmar)
Professional Societies Memberships
1. Member, Indian Buddhist Council, Delhi2. Member, World Fellowship of Buddhists, Thailand3. Member, Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace, Mongolia 4. Member, International Meditation Center, Bodh-Gaya, District-Gaya, Bihar5. Member, Bengal Buddhist Association6. Kolkata International Buddha?s Light Association, Taiwan7. Advisor, International Buddhist Students Association, University of Delhi, 8. Member, Thai Students? Sangha Association, D.U. 9. Patron, Satyavadi Society, Department of Buddhist Studies (D.U.) 10. Founder Member, Bhartiya Sangharaja Bhikshu Mahasabha, (Bihar) 11. Founder Head Master, Buddha Bharati Bhuvan Mohan Vidyamandir (Senior High School) Siliguri, Darjeeling (West Bengal). 12. Founder Trustee, Buddha Tri-Ratna Mission13. Life Members, International Meditation Center, Bodh-Gaya, Gaya, Bihar. 14. Life Member, Bharatiya Sangharaja Bhikshu Mahasabha, Bodh-Gaya, Gaya15. Life Member, Buddha Tri-Ratna Mission16. Advisor, Bengali Buddhist Association, Kolkata17. Life Member, Maha Bodhi Society of India, Kolkata18. Trustee Member, Uttar Banga Bauddha Sanghashram Trust, Mal Bazar, Jalpaiguri (W.B.) 19. Member, Research Committee, C. I. B. S., Leh, Ladakh, J & K. 20. Life Member, Bhartiya Sangharaja Bhikkhu Mahasabha, Bodh ? Gaya21. Life Member, Indian Society of Buddhist Studies22. Chief Patron, Maitri Times, Delhi23. President (Sangharaja), Bharatiya sangharaja Bhikshu Mahasabha, Buddhagaya, India24. Vice-President, I.S.B.S., Jammu
Projects (Major Grants / Collaborations)
1. ASIHSS Programme of UGC on Silk Road Project2. DSA Programme of UGC
Copyright © Delhi University 2009
1. ?Sangiti Tradition and Pali Literature?, at Department of Buddhist Studies, University Delhi?s international seminar on ?Sangitis (Buddhist Councils): Perspectives and Prospects? from February 8-10, 2008. 2. ?Contribution of Vietnamese Buddhism? at Vietnam Buddhist Academy in conference held from November 8-9, 2007. 3. ?The Tradition of Sangitis and the P嬩 Literature? at an International Conference of All Theravada Buddhist Universities 9-12 March, 2007 Popa Mountain Resort, Myanmar.
Publication (Total Profile) - Books 15
Publication (Total Profile) - In Indexed/ Peer Reviewed Journals Editor, 17 Journals
Publication (Total Profile) - Articles 40
Publication (Total Profile) - Conference Presentations 35
Public Service / University Service / Consulting Activity
Public Services:Organized Blood Donation Camp, Free Distribution of Medicines, Free Distribution of Blankets, Meditation Camp, Relief Camp, Free Book Distribution among the poor students and many more. University Service: 1. Member, Academic Council, University of Delhi, Delhi2. Member, Management Committee, Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, Nalanda, Bihar3. Member, Academic Council, Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, Nalanda, Bihar4. Committee Member for South and South East Asia (UNESCO) International Association For History of Religions5. Member, Sahitya Academy, New Delhi6. Member, Research Committee, C. I. B. S., Leh, Ladakh, J & K. 7. President, BLIA Delhi University Chapter, Delhi (India) 8. Life Member, Maha Bodhi Society of India, Kolkata9. Member, Board of Research Studies, Deptt. of Pali & Buddhist Studies, B.H.U., VaranasiConsulting Services: 1. Academic Expert, Benaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh2. Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh3. Dr. Ambedkar Baba Saheb Commerce College, Mumbai, Maharashtra4. Member, Syllabus Committee, National Institute Open Schooling, Ministry for Human Resource Development, Govt. of India, New Delhi5. Member, Foreign Scholarship Committee, University Grant Commission, New Delhi6. Member, Board of Experts, Syllabus Committee, Department of Sanskrit and Pali, Gorakhpur University, Uttar Pradesh7. Advisor, International Journal, Mahachulangkorn Rajavidyalaya University, Bangkok (Thailand) 8. External Expert (Higher Studies), Int?l Theravada Buddhist Missionary University, Yangon (Myanmar)
Professional Societies Memberships
1. Member, Indian Buddhist Council, Delhi2. Member, World Fellowship of Buddhists, Thailand3. Member, Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace, Mongolia 4. Member, International Meditation Center, Bodh-Gaya, District-Gaya, Bihar5. Member, Bengal Buddhist Association6. Kolkata International Buddha?s Light Association, Taiwan7. Advisor, International Buddhist Students Association, University of Delhi, 8. Member, Thai Students? Sangha Association, D.U. 9. Patron, Satyavadi Society, Department of Buddhist Studies (D.U.) 10. Founder Member, Bhartiya Sangharaja Bhikshu Mahasabha, (Bihar) 11. Founder Head Master, Buddha Bharati Bhuvan Mohan Vidyamandir (Senior High School) Siliguri, Darjeeling (West Bengal). 12. Founder Trustee, Buddha Tri-Ratna Mission13. Life Members, International Meditation Center, Bodh-Gaya, Gaya, Bihar. 14. Life Member, Bharatiya Sangharaja Bhikshu Mahasabha, Bodh-Gaya, Gaya15. Life Member, Buddha Tri-Ratna Mission16. Advisor, Bengali Buddhist Association, Kolkata17. Life Member, Maha Bodhi Society of India, Kolkata18. Trustee Member, Uttar Banga Bauddha Sanghashram Trust, Mal Bazar, Jalpaiguri (W.B.) 19. Member, Research Committee, C. I. B. S., Leh, Ladakh, J & K. 20. Life Member, Bhartiya Sangharaja Bhikkhu Mahasabha, Bodh ? Gaya21. Life Member, Indian Society of Buddhist Studies22. Chief Patron, Maitri Times, Delhi23. President (Sangharaja), Bharatiya sangharaja Bhikshu Mahasabha, Buddhagaya, India24. Vice-President, I.S.B.S., Jammu
Projects (Major Grants / Collaborations)
1. ASIHSS Programme of UGC on Silk Road Project2. DSA Programme of UGC
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