Dr Ruwan Buddhika, a Senior Lecturer attached to the Department of Finance, Faculty of Commerce & Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, authored two new academic books titled “Buddhist Meditation” and “Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism: Main Dhamma Concepts”

The books were formally presented to Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, on 18 June 2026, at the Vice-Chancellor’s office.

The book “Buddhist Meditation” provides a detailed analysis of Samatha & Vipassana Meditation in the Theravada Tradition. Further, this book will be supportive for researchers and undergraduates who focus deeply on Theravada meditation.

The book “Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism: Main Dhamma Concepts” provides an explanation of the main dhamma concepts in Theravada Buddhism in simple language. This will be helpful to students sitting for English-medium Dhamma examinations, as well as to beginners and researchers. Both books are published by Minsara Publisher (Pvt) Ltd, Gampaha.

The presentation of the book to the Vice-Chancellor marks another notable achievement for Dr Buddhika and highlights the contribution towards the multidisciplinary fields through research and publications.