There is a new extension that lets you read all of the texts in TPR in both Pāli and English.
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Announcement: New Version of the Tipitaka Pali Reader (TPR)
Read All of the Commentaries in English
I want to show you the latest update to the Tipitaka Pali Reader, 2.7.7. As many of you know, there is deep interest in Ānāpānassati (mindfulness of breathing). While we have the original Suttas, we also have the ancient Aṭṭhakathā (commentaries) which preserve the Buddha’s detailed instructions.
In the past, practitioners often relied on modern opinions, but the ancient teachers preserved a detailed analysis of the Suttas and practical instructions. Much of this is found in the Visuddhimagga (The Path of Purification), but there are also vital meditation details found within the specific Aṭṭhakathā.
The ePitaka Integration
With the newest version of the Tipitaka Pali Reader, a special extension called ePitaka.org allows you to read the Pāḷi and English line-by-line for any text in the canon.
The Methodology: This was achieved using AI based on the Myanmar Pali Nissaya (a traditional word-by-word, line-by-line translation).
Source: Wikipali.org provided the Myanmar Nissaya data, and ePitaka formatted it for the Tipitaka Pali Reader database.
Accuracy: While it is an AI-assisted translation, it is remarkably effective for study and will continue to be refined over time.
Installation Guide
To get the new features, you must install the extension within the app:
Navigate to Settings > Tools > Extensions.
Wait for the app to load the list from the internet.
Select the Full ePitaka Integration.
How to Access the Commentaries
Once the extension is active, open any Sutta, such as the Ānāpānassati Sutta.
Click the “A” icon to open the Aṭṭhakathā (Commentary).
Scroll to the relevant section (e.g., page 96 or 97).
You will now see the Pāḷi text with the English translation side-by-side.
Backup and Reset Procedures
If you need to perform a fresh install or reset your data:
Warning: Resetting will erase your history and bookmarks.
To Backup: Go to the Bookmarks menu and select Export.
Tip: Always choose a unique file name. There is a known bug where the app appends data to existing files rather than overwriting them.
To Reset: Go to Help > About > Reset Data.
To Restore: After restarting the app, go to Bookmarks and select Import to reload your saved file.
Key Features & Customization
Visuals: You can customize the interface, such as setting the Pāḷi text to blue and the English translation to a bold red tint.
Scripts: The Tipitaka Pali Reader supports various scripts. If you are in Sri Lanka, you can switch the Pāḷi font to Sinhala to read in your native script.
Dictionary Support: Click any word to trigger the dictionary lookup. You can also install English dictionaries for further study.
Platform Support: Currently available on Windows, Android, and Linux, with the iOS and macOS versions arriving on the Apple Store very soon.
Conclusion
This tool allows you to explore the Suttas, Aṭṭhakathā (Commentaries), and Ṭīkā (Sub-commentaries) for yourself. While it does not replace the work of Pāḷi scholars, it provides a powerful way to investigate the Dhamma directly.
May this aid your investigation and practice, leading to a calm mind and the realization of Nibbāna.
Sādhu, Sādhu, Sādhu.