Access to Insight 4.1.1

Bill Parousis – Freeware – iOS
out of 58 votes

Unlock Your Potential with Access to Insight

Peter Salakani

03/28/2025

Access to Insight empowers users to enhance their decision-making skills through advanced data analytics and intuitive user interfaces.

Not merely an eBook, but rather an extensive library of eBooks, this application is arguably the premier resource on Buddhism available on the App Store.

Containing the complete offline version of John Bullitt's highly acclaimed Access to Insight website (www.accesstoinsight.org), this app serves as a vast compilation of material on Theravada Buddhism and Buddhism in general.

Included within are over 1,000 authentic suttas (also known as sutras) from the Tipitaka, the collection of Buddhist canonical texts. These suttas have been expertly translated into contemporary English with meticulous scholarly rigor. They are not mere interpretations or essays, but actual written discourses historically attributed to Siddhartha Gotama, the Buddha himself, who founded Buddhism around 2,500 years ago.

Furthermore, this app offers an extensive and thorough selection of essays contributed by renowned monks and scholars that delve into various aspects of Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and practice.

This high-quality material is suitable for both personal interest and academic study. In fact, much of it has been published in printed form as well.

To enhance the reader's experience, this software provides a range of usability features. The reader functions similarly to a web browser, with the ability to double-tap on the screen to hide or display the toolbar and status bar. Both landscape and portrait modes are supported, and bookmarks can be utilized to save the current scroll position.

One notable advantage of this app is that it does not require network access, excluding the search and audio features. The entire text is stored locally on the device.

Furthermore, many of the sutta translations include links to online audio readings accessible on suttareadings.net for iPhone users.

Excerpts from "What is Access to Insight?" by John T. Bullitt, the owner of the website:

"Access to Insight is an online platform dedicated to providing accurate, reliable, and valuable information concerning the practice and study of Theravada Buddhism, as it has been passed down to us through both the written word of the Pali canon and the living example of the Sangha."
"The readings compiled here represent only a selection of the Buddha's teachings. These are the ones that I, over the years, have personally found to be beneficial in deepening my understanding of Dhamma practice. This collection is not intended to be a comprehensive archive of Theravada Buddhist texts."
"Everything available at Access to Insight is presented with the full cooperation of the authors, translators, and publishers involved, with the clear understanding that none of it is for sale. Please feel free to benefit from whatever you find useful."

Overview

Access to Insight is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by Bill Parousis.

The latest version of Access to Insight is 4.1.1, released on 02/08/2024. It was initially added to our database on 02/08/2024.

Access to Insight runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of Access to Insight gave it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Access to Insight provides a vast collection of Theravada Buddhist texts, translations, and resources, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Theravada Buddhism.
The website is freely available to all users without any subscription fees or payment requirements.
Access to Insight offers a search functionality that allows users to easily find specific sutras, passages, or resources within the vast collection.
The website has a simple and easy-to-navigate design, making it user-friendly for individuals of all levels of familiarity with Theravada Buddhism.

Cons

Access to Insight lacks frequently updated content, with some sections not being updated for several years.
While the website offers valuable resources, the design and layout may appear outdated compared to other modern websites.
There are occasional issues with broken links or outdated information on the website, which can hinder the user experience.

Peter Salakani

I'm Peter, a software reviews author at UpdateStar and content specialist with a keen focus on usability and performance. With a background in both software development and content creation, I bring a unique perspective to evaluating and discussing general software topics. When I'm not reviewing software, I enjoy staying updated on the latest tech trends, experimenting with new applications, and finding innovative solutions to everyday tech challenges.

Latest Reviews by Peter Salakani

Screenshots (Click to view larger)

Related products

Secure and free downloads checked by UpdateStar

Stay up-to-date
with UpdateStar freeware.

Latest News

	WordFinder by YourDictionary Unlock Your Vocabulary with WordFinder by YourDictionary
	Remnant Ministries Mobile App Empower Your Spiritual Journey with the Remnant Ministries Mobile App
	The Boubyan App Revolutionize Your Banking Experience with The Boubyan App
	AI Mirror: AI Art Photo Editor Transform Your Photos into Stunning Art with AI Mirror
	The Trail A Captivating Adventure Awaits in The Trail
	Sky Tonight - Star Gazer Guide Unlock the Wonders of the Night Sky with Sky Tonight

Most Popular Downloads

	UpdateStar Premium Edition Keeping Your Software Updated Has Never Been Easier with UpdateStar Premium Edition!
	Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable Package Boost your system performance with Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable Package!
	Microsoft Edge A New Standard in Web Browsing
	Google Chrome Fast and Versatile Web Browser
	Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Essential Component for Running Visual C++ Applications
	Microsoft Update Health Tools Microsoft Update Health Tools: Ensure Your System is Always Up-to-Date!