# iPitaka Mon — Pali Canon in Mon Language

> Pali Buddhist canon in Mon language with searchable glossary and study tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Min Site Chan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipitaka-mon/id1388792071 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Min Site Chan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1012950544)
- Category: Books, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 77 MB
- Languages: American English, mnw
- Released: 2018-06-23
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipitaka-mon/id1388792071/reviews.md

## What is iPitaka Mon?

iPitaka Mon brings the sacred Pali Pitaka (Buddhist canon) to your fingertips in the Mon language—honoring the legacy of the Mon people, who were the first to transmit Buddhism into Southeast Asia. The earliest Pali scriptures in this region were found in Mon scripts, making this translation a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern accessibility.

What's Inside
Access a growing collection of 28 translated texts organized into the three traditional baskets:

• Vinaya Pitaka  - Monastic rules and disciplinary code
• Sutta Pitaka - The Buddha's discourses including Digha, Majjhima, Samyutta, Anguttara, and Khuddaka Nikaya
• Abhidhamma Pitaka - Higher Buddhist philosophy and psychology.
• New searchable glossary with Pali, Mon script, definition, and category filters (Core, Pitaka, Pali-Mon Dictionary). The only app with Mon-language Buddhist terminology.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Reading Experience
- High-quality PDF texts with authentic Mon script
- Smooth scrolling and pinch-to-zoom
- Continue reading from where you left off
- Optimized for both day and night reading

• Powerful Search
- Search across all texts instantly
- Find specific teachings, terms, or passages
- Smart filtering by book and section

• Study Tools
- Highlight important passages with multiple colors
- Add personal notes and reflections
- View all your notes in one dedicated tab
- Navigate directly from notes to source text
- Annotations sync across reading sessions

• Organized Library
- Browse by Pitaka and Nikaya collections
- Clear categorization of all texts
- Quick access to frequently read books

• About the Mon Pitaka Project
This translation represents generations of scholarship by Mon Buddhist monks and scholars working to preserve their linguistic and spiritual heritage. While the collection is partially complete, ongoing translation work continues to bring the full Pali Canon into Mon language. Future updates will add newly completed texts as they become available.

• Perfect For
Mon language speakers seeking access to Buddhist scriptures
Dharma students studying Theravada Buddhism
Researchers of Southeast Asian Buddhist traditions
Anyone interested in Mon culture and heritage
Requirements

iOS 17.0 or later
Compatible with iPhone and iPad
Download Mon Pitaka today and carry the Buddha's teachings with you wherever you go. Support the preservation of Mon Buddhist heritage for future generations.

## Key features

- Pali Pitaka in Mon language
- Searchable glossary
- High-quality PDF texts
- Highlighting and note-taking
- Organized library by Pitaka
- Offline reading

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipitaka-mon/id1388792071/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Good

*2026-03-24*

useful

## Frequently asked questions about iPitaka Mon

### What is iPitaka Mon?

iPitaka Mon provides the sacred Pali Pitaka, the Buddhist canon, translated into the Mon language. It aims to preserve and make accessible ancient Buddhist wisdom and the cultural heritage of the Mon people.

### What content is available in iPitaka Mon?

The app offers access to 28 translated texts organized into the Vinaya Pitaka (monastic rules), Sutta Pitaka (discourses), and Abhidhamma Pitaka (philosophy). It also includes a searchable glossary with Pali, Mon script, and definitions.

### Does iPitaka Mon have ads?

No, iPitaka Mon is ad-free. The app does not contain advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted reading and study experience.

### What devices is iPitaka Mon compatible with?

iPitaka Mon is compatible with iPhones and iPads running iOS 17.0 or later. It is optimized for a smooth experience on both devices.

### How often is iPitaka Mon updated?

The app was last updated on March 23, 2026, with version 2.7. Future updates will add newly completed texts as translation work progresses, ensuring the collection grows over time.

### Can I take notes or highlight text in iPitaka Mon?

Yes, iPitaka Mon includes study tools that allow you to highlight important passages with multiple colors and add personal notes. All your annotations sync across reading sessions and can be accessed from a dedicated tab.

### Is iPitaka Mon suitable for children?

iPitaka Mon has an age rating of 4+. The content focuses on religious and philosophical texts, making it appropriate for users interested in these subjects.

### What makes iPitaka Mon unique?

This app is the only one offering Mon-language Buddhist terminology and a direct translation of the Pali Canon into Mon. It serves as a vital bridge for preserving the linguistic and spiritual heritage of the Mon people.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.7 — 2026-03-23

- A completely redesigned Home tab reading streak counter, Pitaka progress tracking, and quick-access to all features.
- New searchable glossary with Pali, Mon script, definition, and category filters (Core, Pitaka, Pali-Mon Dictionary). The only app with Mon-language Buddhist terminology.
- Highlight text and add notes directly on PDF pages. All your notes are collected and searchable from the Home screen — tap any note to jump straight to that page.
- Track your reading streak, total pages read, and reading time. See your progress for each Pitaka at a glance.
- New Settings screen — choose Light, Dark, or System appearance mode, and pick from 5 accent color themes (Maroon, Saffron, Indigo, Teal, Brown).
- High-quality PDF texts with authentic Mon script
- Smooth scrolling and pinch-to-zoom
- Continue reading from where you left off
- Optimized for both day and night reading
- Search across all texts instantly
- Find specific teachings, terms, or passages
- Smart filtering by book and section
- Highlight important passages with multiple colors
- Add personal notes and reflections
- View all your notes in one dedicated tab
- Navigate directly from notes to source text
- Annotations sync across reading sessions

Bug Fixes & Improvements
- Fixed navigation issues with double back buttons
- Improved PDF page restoration and bookmark accuracy
- Smoother navigation throughout the app
- Optimized toolbar layout for all iPhone screen sizes

### 2.2 — 2024-08-16

Update new UI with Light and Dark mode. Adding new books.

### 1.1 — 2019-08-15

Add more mon Tripitaka books.

### 1.0 — 2018-05-26

No release notes.

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