Middle Discourses is a three-volume, complete English translation of the Majjhima Nikāya, one of the foundational collections of early Buddhist texts. Translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, this version offers a lucid, accessible, and faithful rendering of the Buddha’s middle-length discourses.
These teachings—ranging from practical advice to profound meditative insights—are delivered in the form of dialogues between the Buddha and his monastic and lay followers. The trilogy is divided into:
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Volume I: The First Fifty (MN 1–50)
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Volume II: The Middle Fifty (MN 51–100)
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Volume III: The Final Fifty (MN 101–152)
Throughout these volumes, readers encounter dramatic narratives, profound philosophical inquiry, and clear guidance for ethical and meditative practice. The Majjhima Nikāya is particularly treasured for its diversity of content, including some of the Buddha’s most autobiographical and humanising discourses.
This translation is dedicated to the public domain (Creative Commons Zero), allowing free use, reproduction, and distribution. Download them here as free PDF e-book:
Middle Discourses I
Middle Discourses II
Middle Discourses III