# Dhammapada: Buddha Teachings — 423 verses to study & reflect

> A practical app for daily study and reflection of Buddha's 423 classic verses. (iPhone/iPad app by Ngoan Pham Van.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dhammapada-buddha-teachings/id6759248526 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ngoan Pham Van](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711897094)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 31 MB
- Languages: American English, Vietnamese
- Released: 2026-02-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dhammapada-buddha-teachings/id6759248526/reviews.md

## What is Dhammapada?

Dhammapada: Buddha Teachings brings all 423 classic verses into a calm and practical app for daily study and reflection.

Key features:
- Study by all 26 chapters and by themes.
- Fast offline search across verses and explanations.
- Guided reflection flow with prompts and related verses.
- Bookmarks, personal notes, and reading history.
- Verse of the Day widget for your Home Screen.

Privacy-first by design:
- No account required.
- No ads.
- Your personal data (bookmarks, notes, reading preferences) stays on your device.

Disclaimer: This app is for learning and reflection. It does not predict the future or provide professional advice.

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## Key features

- Study by chapter and theme
- Offline search
- Guided reflection flow
- Bookmarks and personal notes
- Verse of the Day widget
- Privacy-first design

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip Nhỏ | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip vừa | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tip lớn | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dhammapada-buddha-teachings/id6759248526/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great app!

*2026-03-30*

Hello! I’ve been using this app for quite some time now and it’s very nice! I love all the features and being able to take notes along with reviewing! I noticed that explanations were taken off or maybe it’s a glitch on my end! I’d also really like it if you were able to put the daily verse of the days on widgets too? Thank you!

**Developer response:** Hi Anime_Bossy,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for supporting the app! 😊 It truly means a lot to hear that you’ve been enjoying it.

Great news—both of the things you mentioned have been addressed in the latest update (v1.6.0)! 

• Verse explanations have been restored.
• The Daily Verse is now available as a Home Screen widget, so you can read a verse each day without even opening the app.

Thank you for helping make the app better with your feedback. If you enjoy the update, we’d be incredibly grateful if you considered updating your review. 

Wishing you peace and happiness on your practice. ☸️

## Frequently asked questions about Dhammapada

### What is Dhammapada?

Dhammapada is a collection of sayings attributed to the Buddha. This app provides access to all 423 classic verses for study and reflection, organized by chapters and themes.

### Does Dhammapada have ads?

No, Dhammapada is designed with a privacy-first approach and does not contain any advertisements. Your personal data remains on your device.

### Can I use Dhammapada offline?

Yes, the app offers fast offline search across all verses and explanations, allowing you to study and reflect without an internet connection.

### What devices support Dhammapada?

Dhammapada is currently supported on iPhones and iPads, making it accessible for Apple mobile device users.

### How often is Dhammapada updated?

The latest version, 1.4.0, was released on April 1, 2026, indicating a recent update. The app was initially released on February 21, 2026.

### What is the age rating for Dhammapada?

Dhammapada has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and above.

### Does Dhammapada require an account?

No, an account is not required to use Dhammapada. The app is designed for privacy, and all your personal data, such as bookmarks and notes, stays on your device.

### What kind of content does Dhammapada offer?

Dhammapada offers 423 classic verses for study and reflection, along with guided reflection flows, prompts, and related verses to enhance your learning experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.1 — 2026-08-02

Fixed verses inside a chapter not opening — tapping a verse now opens its detail page again.

### 1.6.0 — 2026-07-28

• NEW: Apple Watch app — the daily verse on your wrist, watch-face complications, and a gentle haptic meditation timer
• All 423 verses verified against the Thich Minh Chau and Buddharakkhita translations
• Read authentic Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Khmer translations on every verse
• Accent-free Vietnamese search
• Reflection journal; exact lunar calendar on the home screen
• Meditation timer survives a locked screen, with a new temple bell
• Self-rotating daily verse widget with Lock Screen support
• Refreshed design: five tabs, dark mode, hand-drawn iconography, chapter progress
• True recall flashcards, typing practice, safer backup, iPad fixes

### 1.4.0 — 2026-04-01

- Rewrote all 423 verse explanations — clearer, more natural, with practical modern-life examples
- Comprehensive performance optimization — reduced battery usage and device heating
- Faster loading for Bookmarks, Notes, and History

### 1.3.0 — 2026-03-28

- Buddhist calendar with 26 holidays, lunar dates, and reminders                                                                                                                                              
- Track your meditation streak                                  
- 3 new widgets: daily verse, lunar calendar, meditation — with Lock Screen support                                                                                                                           
- 5 Zen widget themes to choose from

### 1.1.0 — 2026-03-25

- Set up daily verse reminders during first launch
- Built-in meditation timer with breathing guide
- Smart study with reading streaks and spaced repetition
- Performance improvements and bug fixes

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