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Associated with the tradition of Ajahn Chah, Dhammagiri aims to transcend
today's bewildering confusion of Buddhist gurus, dogmas and techniques by returning
to the original teachings of the Buddha as found in the early parts of the Pali Canon.
today's bewildering confusion of Buddhist gurus, dogmas and techniques by returning
to the original teachings of the Buddha as found in the early parts of the Pali Canon.
AJAHN DHAMMADHARO LEAVES DHAMMAGIRI FOR BANGKOK TODAY JUNE 26
His stay and guidence has been greatly appeciated while Ajahn Dhammasiha has been overseas and in silent retreat.
We wish him every success in his new role in Ireland.
His stay and guidence has been greatly appeciated while Ajahn Dhammasiha has been overseas and in silent retreat.
We wish him every success in his new role in Ireland.
His parting message to the good people of Dhammagiri can be downloaded by clicking on the file link below.
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NEXT FULL MOON PROGRAM - SUNDAY 9 JULY
Āsālha ("Dhamma Day'/Entry to Rains Retreat)
(click here for the full day's program)
Āsālha ("Dhamma Day'/Entry to Rains Retreat)
(click here for the full day's program)
SCENES FROM AMARAVATI - MAY 2017
A big thank you to Nghiep for sending photos of Ajahns at Amarararti
with members of team Dhammagiri.
A big thank you to Nghiep for sending photos of Ajahns at Amarararti
with members of team Dhammagiri.
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INTERNATIONAL ELDERS' MEETING - AMARAVATI TEMPLE - MAY 2017
The entire gathering of bhikkhus, siladhara, samaneras and anagarikas altogether numbered 120;
32 nationalities from 33 monasteries. Such International Elders' Meetings of the disciples of Ajahn Chah, take
place approximately every three years and this year was organized to include a larger sangha gathering.
The entire gathering of bhikkhus, siladhara, samaneras and anagarikas altogether numbered 120;
32 nationalities from 33 monasteries. Such International Elders' Meetings of the disciples of Ajahn Chah, take
place approximately every three years and this year was organized to include a larger sangha gathering.
Ajahn Dhammasiha can bee seen far right second back row
BUSH CARE BEE
A small group of regular volunteers work in the forest and fields of
Dhammagiri on various projects - here digging out Lantana.
A small group of regular volunteers work in the forest and fields of
Dhammagiri on various projects - here digging out Lantana.
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VIDEOS OF DHAMMATALKS BY TAN AJAHN ANAN
ON HIS RECENT VISIT IN MAY
ON HIS RECENT VISIT IN MAY
“Patient Endurance, the Greatest Incinerator of all Defilements”
Q&A “Always Keep Dhamma Close to Your Heart”
(click on titles to select)
Q&A “Always Keep Dhamma Close to Your Heart”
(click on titles to select)
TEAMWORK
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A volunteer team install the surround of the second giant Buddha's Belly bamboo tree (Bambusa vulgaris cv wamin) -
an interesting and unusual ornamental feature bamboo plant with bulbous belly like culms. |
(click on images to enlarge)
THE BAMBOO TREES HAVE ARRIVED
Work has begun on the planting of bamboo trees on the boundary between Dhammagiri and
our new neighbours by hard working volunteers under the guidance of Ven. Bhuripanyo
Work has begun on the planting of bamboo trees on the boundary between Dhammagiri and
our new neighbours by hard working volunteers under the guidance of Ven. Bhuripanyo
HIGH RELIEF SCULPTURE OF THE BUDDHA'S HEAD
The sculpture of the Buddha's head, originally made by Ajahn Kusalo that had been
mounted on the large water tank at the top of the hill during Dhammagiri's early days, has been
lovingly restored and framed in timber by Leigh and mounted outside the library.
The sculpture of the Buddha's head, originally made by Ajahn Kusalo that had been
mounted on the large water tank at the top of the hill during Dhammagiri's early days, has been
lovingly restored and framed in timber by Leigh and mounted outside the library.
DONATE TO THE "BAMBOO GROVE"
(click on images to enlarge)
(click on images to enlarge)
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Work has begun on a row of bamboo trees as a visual screen on the boundary between Dhammagiri
and our new neighbours. Much of the preparation work has been done on this huge project by hard working volunteers under the guidance of Ven. Bhuripanyo with initial funds donated by a generous supporter. An additional $10,000 is needed to complete this project and other associated works - hopefully before this year's Rains Retreat. If you wish to support by donating towards this meritorious work, you can do so via bank transfer, credit card, paypal, or by cheque or cash in the donation boxes. Please see the DONATE page on the website for easy payment options. |
VESAK & 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
SUNDAY 30 APRIL 2017
SUNDAY 30 APRIL 2017
BLESSING WITH HOLY WATER
Ajahn Dhammasiha performs traditional water blessing
during the New Year celebrations last Sunday.
during the New Year celebrations last Sunday.
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POURING WATER OVER THE HANDS OF THE BUDDHA STATUE AND MONKS
Pouring water over the hands of the Buddha statue and the hands of the monksduring the traditional New Year Celebrations
on Sunday. This is the original, real meaning of pouring water on New Year. It is a symbol of purity, pouring water reminds
us of purification from craving, water symbolizes cleansing of the heart from all defilements.
on Sunday. This is the original, real meaning of pouring water on New Year. It is a symbol of purity, pouring water reminds
us of purification from craving, water symbolizes cleansing of the heart from all defilements.
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SATURDAY
07:00 am.......Observance of Triple Gem & 8 Precepts / 5 precepts NB: The above ceremony only is held on top of the hill in monks'meeting hall. The following ceremonies are held at the Dhammahall at the bottom of the hill. 08:00 am.......Silent Meditation 10:30 am.......Almsoffering 11:45 am.......Personal Questions & Dhamma Discussion SUNDAY 10:30 am........Almsoffering 11:45 am........Personal Questions, Dhamma Talk & Discussion 3:00-5:00 pm..Chanting, Guided Meditation, Dhamma Discussion MONDAY 10:30 am........Almsoffering 11:45 am........Personal Questions, Dhamma Talk & Discussion PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 10: 30 am.......Piṇḍapāta (Almsround) 11:45 am........Personal Questions & Dhamma Discussion |
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We have now a dedicated group who comes to the top of Dhammagiri hill every Saturday 7.00 am to take Triple Refuge & 8 Precepts/5 Precepts in the monks' meeting hall. After the ceremony, they continue silent meditation in the Dhammahall at the foot of Dhammagiri hill until the meal offering. Some join the almsoffering as well, and a few may continue some more hours of silent meditation in the Afternoon. There's no need for any prior arrangement, you can just drop in and join any Saturday 7.00 am on top of the hill. It's not required to come every week, participating only occasionally or giving it a try once is perfectly OK, as is observance of 5 precepts in case 8 are too difficult.
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03:00 - 5:00 pm.......Chanting, Guided Meditation & Dhammatalk
NOT to be held this Sunday 18 June
Open 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sundays
The library at Dhammagiri holds an extensive collection of texts on Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and traditions.
For more library information, please contact Indrani Doloswala on 0402908519.
The library at Dhammagiri holds an extensive collection of texts on Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and traditions.
For more library information, please contact Indrani Doloswala on 0402908519.
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