Bhante Gunaratana was ordained at the age of twelve as a Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka. He went on to earn his PhD in philosophy from the American University, and has led meditation retreats, taught Buddhism, and lectured widely throughout the world. He's the bestselling author of Mindfulness in Plain English, Loving-Kindness in Plain English, and Eight Mindful Steps to Happiness--and numerous other books.

Bhikkhu Bodhi is the author of In the Buddha's Words and the renowned translator of the Buddha's Discourses, including The Suttanipata and The Numerical Discourses of the Buddha.