Sayadaw U Indaka (Chanmyay Myaing Sayadaw) studied at the famous Mahagandhayon Monastery in Mandalay, Burma, and later practiced meditation under Sayadaw U Janaka. In 1999, he founded the Chanmyay Myaing Meditation Centre (CMMC), where he now guides both foreign and Burmese meditators.
At the outset of practice, one should reflect on the dangers of dosa and on the benefits of mettā. The story of King Magadeva who, upon discovering a white hair, left the palace, became a hermit and practised mettā meditation.
With his 2300 miles peace march in the USA, Ven. Paññakara and a group of monks attracted a lot of attention and contributed to peace in the world. The story of Maga and his friends who were protected by their mettā.