Venerable Panadure Ananda Thero, born into a Catholic family, embarked on a profound spiritual journey in search of the true nature of life and the reality behind human desires. His deep yearning for answers led him to the teachings of Lord Buddha, where he found clarity and purpose. In his pursuit of spiritual truth, he chose to ordain as a Buddhist monk, dedicating his life to the practice and teaching of meditation.As the respected meditation master at the Young Men's Buddhist Association (YMBA) in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Venerable Ananda has gained recognition for his practical, to-the-point approach to Buddhist meditation and philosophy. His teachings are deeply influenced by his revered teachers, the late Most Venerable Katukurunde Nanananda Maha Thera and the late Most Venerable Dankande Dhammaratana Maha Thera, two distinguished monks who imparted timeless wisdom.Venerable Ananda's meditation techniques are known for their simplicity and effectiveness, designed to guide practitioners on the path to liberation with clarity and focus. Based in Sri Lanka, he continues to help countless individuals overcome the illusions of life and find inner peace through mindfulness and self-realization.In The Liberation Manual, Venerable Panadure Ananda Thero offers a concise yet powerful guide to enlightenment. This ""short and sweet"" manual combines the essence of Buddhist teachings with practical exercises, making it an all-in-one resource for anyone seeking to liberate themselves from the cycles of desire and suffering.