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THERE ARE THESE TREES, THERE ARE THESE EMPTY HUTS -
DO NOT BE NEGLIGENT, BUT MEDITATE!”
(The Buddha, Majjhima Nikaya #106/M ll 266)
DO NOT BE NEGLIGENT, BUT MEDITATE!”
(The Buddha, Majjhima Nikaya #106/M ll 266)
AJAHN SUPOT & AJAHN KONGRIT
Thursday 12 to Wednesday 18 December
Ajahn Supot is the abbot of Wat Bueng Sansook temple in Korat/Nakhon Ratchasima
and Ajahn Ratanawanno Kongrit has lived for 10 years at Amaravati.
The program will include :
Thursday 12 to Wednesday 18 December
Ajahn Supot is the abbot of Wat Bueng Sansook temple in Korat/Nakhon Ratchasima
and Ajahn Ratanawanno Kongrit has lived for 10 years at Amaravati.
The program will include :
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• Almsoffering at 10.30am as usual on 13, 14, 15, 16 & 18 December.
(note the Almsoffering on 17th Dec will be in New farm Park) • Saturday 14th Dec 7.00 am precepts in the Dhammahall (at bottom of hill) • Sunday 15 Dec 9.00 am precepts followed by all day Full moon program • Tuesday 17 Dec 10.00 am to 1.00 pm Almsoffering at New Farm Park Rotunda |
AJAHN KONGRIT
Ajahn Kongrit Ratanawanno has been one of the senior monks at Amaravati for some 10 years.
Originally ordained in Korat in 1971, he has lived with Ajahn Supot for a longer period, when
they became close friends in the Dhamma. In his fifth year as a monk Ajahn Ratanavanno
moved to Wat Pah Nanachat, where he acted as the monastery secretary. Ajahn Ratanawanno
Kongrit. In 1999 he spent a year at Abhayagiri Monastery, before moving to Amaravati
in 2001. Ajahn Ratanavanno returned to Amaravati in late November 2012, after spending
the three previous years back in Thailand.
Ajahn Kongrit Ratanawanno has been one of the senior monks at Amaravati for some 10 years.
Originally ordained in Korat in 1971, he has lived with Ajahn Supot for a longer period, when
they became close friends in the Dhamma. In his fifth year as a monk Ajahn Ratanavanno
moved to Wat Pah Nanachat, where he acted as the monastery secretary. Ajahn Ratanawanno
Kongrit. In 1999 he spent a year at Abhayagiri Monastery, before moving to Amaravati
in 2001. Ajahn Ratanavanno returned to Amaravati in late November 2012, after spending
the three previous years back in Thailand.
PICNIC DANA AT NEW FARM PARK ROTUNDA
Tuesday 17 December with Ajahn Supot & Ajahn Kongrit
Tuesday 17 December with Ajahn Supot & Ajahn Kongrit
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09.45 am Preparing for Almsoffering
10.15 am Almsoffering, Blessing/Anumodanā Shared Meal 11.45 am Dhammadiscussion |
CHRISTMAS 2019 / NEW YEAR 2020
Everyone is welcome to attend any of these programs.
Everyone is welcome to attend any of these programs.
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Wednesday 25 December (Christmas day)
10:00 - 10:30 am..........Preparation of food for Almsoffering 10.30 am......................Almsoffering, Anumodana & shared meal 11.45 am -12.45 pm.....Dhammatalk & Discussion Thursday 26 December (Boxing Day) 10:00 - 10:30 am..........Preparation of food for Almsoffering 10.30 am......................Almsoffering, Anumodana & shared meal 11.45 am -12.45 pm.....Dhammatalk & Discussion Tuesday 31 December - NEW YEAR'S EVE PROGRAM MORNING 10:00 am.....................Preparation for Almsoffering and meal 10.30 am.....................Almsoffering, Anumodana & shared meal 11.45 am -12.45 pm....Dhammatalk & Discussion EVENING 08.00 pm.....................Arrival of Participants for Precepts Ceremony and silent Meditation in Dhammahall 08.30 pm.....................Chanting, Guided Meditation, Triple Refuge, Determining 5 Precepts for 2018 09.15 pm.....................Break / Walking Meditation 09.30 pm.....................Dhammatalk / Guided Meditation. 10.30 pm.....................Tea Break (non-alcoholic drinks only) 11.00 pm.....................Asking forgiveness from triple Gem and circumambulation of the Bodhi tree. 00.00 am.....................End of Program Please Note: First part of the program from 8.00 pm to 9.15 pm is meant for those who aspire to observe the 5 precepts throughout 2019, and wish to make a genuine commitment. It is possible to arrive at 9.15 pm and join only the remaining program. Please bring long stemmed flowers for offering at the Bodhi Tree Wednesday 1 January (New Year's Day Holiday) Auspicious First Almsoffering of the year 9.30 am....................... Chanting,Triple Refuge, Determining 5 Precepts for 2018 10.00 am......................Preparation of food for Almsoffering 10.30 am......................First Almsoffering in the New Year, Anumodana & Shared Meal 11.45 am......................Auspicious Paritta Chanting Please note the first part of the program 9.30 am to 10.00 am is meant for those who aspire to observe the 5 precepts throughout 2019, and wish to make a genuine commitment. PLEASE NOTE: It is possible to participate only for parts of any of the programs. All the events mentioned will actually start at the times given in the program. Please arrive 30 mins early for food offering at 10.30am. Please be seated in the Dhammahall for quiet meditation 15mins before start of Dhammatalks / Chanting / Meditations. ______________________________________________________ Apart from the special events mentioned above, our normal program continues with Almsoffering and Dhamma discussion from 10.30am to 12.45 pm every day. |
MERIT OPPORTUNITIES
As a registered non-profit organisation, Dhammagiri is dependent entirely on donations, and does
not charge for any teachings or accommodation. It is only due to your generous donations that we
have been able to cover ongoing expenses, and we would like to extend our anumodana to all those
who have contributed over the years. A number of special projects requiring substantial funding
are currently under way in addition to ongoing medical and travel expenses. To enable our
donors to direct their donations specifically to these highly meritorious projects, we have now
established a number of special funds for this purpose.
Click to donate to any of the following funds:
As a registered non-profit organisation, Dhammagiri is dependent entirely on donations, and does
not charge for any teachings or accommodation. It is only due to your generous donations that we
have been able to cover ongoing expenses, and we would like to extend our anumodana to all those
who have contributed over the years. A number of special projects requiring substantial funding
are currently under way in addition to ongoing medical and travel expenses. To enable our
donors to direct their donations specifically to these highly meritorious projects, we have now
established a number of special funds for this purpose.
Click to donate to any of the following funds:
We count on your ongoing support of Dhammagiri.
Anumodanā for your kind generosity.
Anumodanā for your kind generosity.
The formal dedication of robes to the Sangha, guided by Ajahn Suthanai Dhaniyo
ROBE OFFERING CEREMONY - SUNDAY 3 NOVEMBER
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UPCOMING VISITS BY MONKS TO DHAMMAGIRI
2019 12-18 DECEMBER Visit by Ajahn Kongrith Ratanavanno and Ajahn Supot. Ajahn Kongrith is a Senior Thai Ajahn (27 vassa) who has lived many years at Amaravati and speaks very good English.) 2020 MAY Ven. Buddhisaro will return for a six month stay including the Rains Retreat in 2020. 2020 04 APRIL-11 APRIL Ajahn Kāruṇiko (retiring abbot of Chithurst) will be on sabbatical after Vassa and has accepted an invitation to visit Dhammagiri. 2020 FEBRUARY / MARCH - PILGRIMAGE TO INDIA Ven. Moneyyo has been invited to join the Pilgrimage with his travel costs to be provided by Dhammagiri. 2020 22 JANUARY - 22 MARCH Ajahn Dhammadaro to visit and conduct activities at Dhammagiri while Aj Dhammasiha is on Pilgrimage. 2020 MARCH Ven. Moneyyo will return to Dhammagiri on a two year Religious Work Visa. 2020 22 MARCH - 04 APRIL AJ Mettiko (16 Vassa) German Vice Abbot of Muttodaya, who has translated Majjhima Nikāya into German, is to visit Dhammagiri TRAVEL FUND FOR VISITING SANGHA The monastery incurs substantial costs in financing the flight tickets for all these venerable monks. To continue hosting such highly revered senior meditation masters at Dhammagiri, and further maintain our training opportunities for junior monks, we entirely depend on your support. To enable our donors to direct their donations specifically for the highly meritorious purposes of travel expenses for visiting monks, we have now established a special fund to be used to purchase flight tickets and pay for other required travel expenses. If you wish to contribute to this fund, you can do so by choosing from one of the options listed on the website donation page. |
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Simply indicate 'Travel Fund for Visiting Sangha' together with your donation.
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MEDICAL FUND FOR SANGHA
The monastery also incurs substantial costs in financing the medical costs for visiting monks and the resident Sangha. It is only due to your generous donations that we have been able to cover these expenses, and we would like to extend our anumodana to all those who have contributed over the years. To continue supporting such highly revered senior meditation masters at Dhammagiri, training opportunities for junior monks, and the resident Sangha, we depend on your support. To direct their donations specifically for this highly meritorious purpose, we have now established a special fund, to provide the best medical care to the Sangha in times of need. Your donations will be used to purchase medical insurance cover and pay for other medical requisites. In instances where insurance does not cover (as In cases of pre-existing conditions), these funds will be used to pay for such contingencies. If you wish to contribute to this fund, you can do so by choosing from one of the options listed on the website donation page. (click on button for Donations page) |
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Simply indicate 'Medical Fund for Sangha' together with your donation.
If you wish to get a receipt, please also provide name & email address. We count on your ongoing support for the visiting Sangha at Dhammagiri. Anumodanā for your kind generosity. |
KATHINA CEREMONY AT BUDDHA BODHIVANA
Ajahn Dhammasiha, together with Ven. Dantacitto and Ven. Buddhisāro attended
this year’s Kathina Ceremony at Buddha Bodhivana Monastery on 10 November.
Ajahn Dhammasiha, together with Ven. Dantacitto and Ven. Buddhisāro attended
this year’s Kathina Ceremony at Buddha Bodhivana Monastery on 10 November.
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Firefighters - Fighting the Defilements that Burn our Heart https://vimeo.com/357428357
Contemplating Fading Away - Guided Breath Meditation https://vimeo.com/357271774 The Simile of the Saw - Kakacūpama Sutta Exploration MN #21 https://vimeo.com/356981149 Water is Teaching us to Let Go https://vimeo.com/353262677 |
NEXT FULL MOON (SIL) DAY - SUNDAY 15 DECEMBER
Ven. Buddhisāro to spend 4 months January to May 2020
at Bodhinyanarama, Wellington, with Ajahn Kusalo.
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His parents will visit him there there in New Zealand, and return together with him to Brisbane at the beginning of May 2020. Venerable will be staying on for Vassa 2020. Ven. Buddhisāro is a young American monk from Portland, Oregon. He formed the aspiration to ordain at a young age while still at high school. After finishing school, he worked for some time just to get enough money to finance a pilgrimage to India. While visiting the sacred Buddhist Sites in India, he met a German monk, Ajahn Piyadhammo from Wat Sacca, Berlin, who recommended he ordain at Wat Pah Nanachat. He followed that advice, and at only 23 years of age he has now completed his third vassa as a bhikkhu. Ajahn Kevali, suggested that it would be beneficial for Ven.Buddhisāro to continue his training here. Additionally, that gives his parents the chance to visit him here in Queensland, in a Western cultural environment. |
Aahn Dhammasiha returned to Dhammagiri from Europe via Singapore
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VESAK PHOTOS
A selection of photos of the Vesak celebrations on Sunday 19 May
can be viewed by clicking the button here.
A selection of photos of the Vesak celebrations on Sunday 19 May
can be viewed by clicking the button here.
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PILGRIMAGE TO BUDDHIST SACRED SITES IN INDIA 2020
Ajahn Dhammasiha has been invited to lead a pilgrimage to the Buddhist holy sites of Bodh Gaya &
Rajagaha in February-March 2020. Our pilgrimage is designed to maximize the time pilgrims will spend in the
sacred sites. It will allow them to really settle down,relax, and develop their meditation supported by the
incomparable Dhamma-energy emanating from the holy sites. We focus only on Bodh Gaya & Rajagaha,
and avoid the time consuming and exhausting bus travel required if one visits all the various sites.
Instead, we will have the ease of body and mind to take in the unique atmosphere, and cultivate our
meditation in the very location where the Buddha attained supreme enlightenment.
Longer option 14/02 to 11/03/2020
Shorter option 14/02 to 04/03/2020 (includes 3 nights in Varanasi)
Several places still available
Click on the button for full details and booking form.
Rajagaha in February-March 2020. Our pilgrimage is designed to maximize the time pilgrims will spend in the
sacred sites. It will allow them to really settle down,relax, and develop their meditation supported by the
incomparable Dhamma-energy emanating from the holy sites. We focus only on Bodh Gaya & Rajagaha,
and avoid the time consuming and exhausting bus travel required if one visits all the various sites.
Instead, we will have the ease of body and mind to take in the unique atmosphere, and cultivate our
meditation in the very location where the Buddha attained supreme enlightenment.
Longer option 14/02 to 11/03/2020
Shorter option 14/02 to 04/03/2020 (includes 3 nights in Varanasi)
Several places still available
Click on the button for full details and booking form.
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“And for what reason, Ananda, is the Tathagata, the Worthy One, the perfectly
enlightened Buddha, deserving of a stupa? Numerous people will fill their heart with joyful confidence when they contemplate: ‘This is the stupa of the Blessed one worthy and perfectly enlightened!’ Once their heart has been suffused with joyful confidence at that location, then, at the breakup of the body, after death, they will be reborn in a happy destination, in the heavenly world” Digha Nikaya/Long discourses #16.31 |
Ven. Moneyyo has been invited to join the Pilgrimage
Ven. Moneyyo, who you may recall from his 12 month's stay at Dhammaggiri a few years
ago, has been invited to join Ajahn Dhammasiha on the upcoming Pilgrimage.
Ven. Moneyyo, who you may recall from his 12 month's stay at Dhammaggiri a few years
ago, has been invited to join Ajahn Dhammasiha on the upcoming Pilgrimage.
New brooms for the morning sweep
AJAHN VAJIRO AT DHAMMAGIRI IN FEBRUARY 2019
A video of a talk given by Ajahn Vajiro during his stay can be viewed here:
https://vimeo.com/324467198
A video of a talk given by Ajahn Vajiro during his stay can be viewed here:
https://vimeo.com/324467198
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BIOGRAPHY OF AJAHN CHAH
NOW AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH The English version of Ajahn Chah's biography is available at Dhammagiri. The translation has been prepared by Ajahn Jayasaro (previous abbot of Wat Pah Nanachat and one of Ajahn Chah's senior Western disciples), who had also written the Thai original. Included is a great wealth of additional new material, meant to introduce newcomers not yet so familiar with the Forest Tradition to the background and meaning of our practices. This book is superbly produced both in terms of content and external appearance, 800+ pages hardcover in full linen with stitched binding. You can now get it at Dhammagiri (and other monasteries of the lineage of Ajahn Chah) completely for free, due to the amazing generosity of the dedicated sponsors of this publication. |
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THE HORSES ARE BACK
Our new neighbours are agisting their horses in Dhammagiri's lower paddock.
Please do not allow children to venture into the paddock.
Our new neighbours are agisting their horses in Dhammagiri's lower paddock.
Please do not allow children to venture into the paddock.
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VEN. DANTACITTO Ven. Dantacitto (5 Vassa) arrived at Dhammagiri on the 18 December. He is an Australian of Japanese background who trained at Wat Pah Nanachat in Thailand. He recently visited Dhammagiri with Ajahn Kevali and has returned for an extended stay including this year's Rains Retreat (Vassa). |
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
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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AJAHN KEVALI - DHAMMATALKS
Ajahn Kevali's teachings on his recent visit to Dhammagiri are now uploaded to our
'Dhammatalks' video channel and can be viewed there by clicking on the links below.
Ajahn Kevali: "Integrating Everything into Practice" https://vimeo.com/305608967
Ajahn Kevali: "Intellectual vs Experiential Wisdom" https://vimeo.com/305859296
Ajahn Kevali's teachings on his recent visit to Dhammagiri are now uploaded to our
'Dhammatalks' video channel and can be viewed there by clicking on the links below.
Ajahn Kevali: "Integrating Everything into Practice" https://vimeo.com/305608967
Ajahn Kevali: "Intellectual vs Experiential Wisdom" https://vimeo.com/305859296
AJAHN CUNDA - GOOD-BYE TALK AFTER
SPENDING VASSA AT DHAMMAGIRI
SPENDING VASSA AT DHAMMAGIRI
Ajahn Cunda, from the US and ordained at Abhayagiri Monastery in California,
spent the vassa with us at Dhammagiri. He gave this Dhammatalk on the
Sunday before Pavāranā Fullmoon, just 5 days before his return to California.
spent the vassa with us at Dhammagiri. He gave this Dhammatalk on the
Sunday before Pavāranā Fullmoon, just 5 days before his return to California.
AJAHN CHAH REMEMBERANCE DAY IN KUALA LUMPUR
Ajahn Dhammasiha has returned from a very inspiring Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day in Kuala Lumpur,
and would like to share links to the excellent talks given by several of the most senior monks of our tradition:
and would like to share links to the excellent talks given by several of the most senior monks of our tradition:
https://www.facebook.com/bandarutamabuddhistsociety/videos/2261972723814148/
The first four Ajahns above have all been at Dhammagiri (and the translator, Ajahn Kevali, as well), and we all had a chance to receive teachings from them and to listen to them personally here at our hermitage. In fact, 11 of the 14 speakers mentioned on the program had visited Dhgammagiri previously! |
AJAHN DHAMMASIHA AT BODHINYANARAMA
MONASTERY IN NEW ZEALAND
Ajahn Dhammasiha attended the Stupa Dedication Ceremony on 2 December where,
in the company of some 20 resident and visiting monks, the mural and Buddha Rupa were
unveiled and relics and all manner of sacred objects were placed under the buddha.
(click on image to enlarge)
MONASTERY IN NEW ZEALAND
Ajahn Dhammasiha attended the Stupa Dedication Ceremony on 2 December where,
in the company of some 20 resident and visiting monks, the mural and Buddha Rupa were
unveiled and relics and all manner of sacred objects were placed under the buddha.
(click on image to enlarge)
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An excellent video of the event can be viewed here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTQI124YSng
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTQI124YSng
NEW FARM PARK ROTUNDA- TUESDAY 27 NOVEMBER
Chanting of the blessing in the New Farm Park Rotunda at the picnic dana provided by
supporters before Luang Por Tam and accompanying monks left for New Zealand.
(click here to view the full gallery of photos)
Chanting of the blessing in the New Farm Park Rotunda at the picnic dana provided by
supporters before Luang Por Tam and accompanying monks left for New Zealand.
(click here to view the full gallery of photos)
ROBE OFFERING - SUNDAY 25 NOVEMBER
Chanting of the blessing by the nine monks present following the Robe
Offering Ceremony at Dhammagiri on Sunday 25 November
(click here to view the full gallery of photos)
Chanting of the blessing by the nine monks present following the Robe
Offering Ceremony at Dhammagiri on Sunday 25 November
(click here to view the full gallery of photos)
PICNIC DANA AT NEWSTEAD PARK ROTUNDA
Ajahn Dhammasiha, Ajahn Kevali, Tan Dantacitto, and Ven. Akincano arrive at Newstead Park,
after walking from the City Cat at Teneriffe, for the picnic dana at the Newstead Park rotunda.
Ajahn Dhammasiha, Ajahn Kevali, Tan Dantacitto, and Ven. Akincano arrive at Newstead Park,
after walking from the City Cat at Teneriffe, for the picnic dana at the Newstead Park rotunda.
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AT MT COOTHA LATER IN THE DAY
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KING PARROT
Male Australian King-Parrots (Alisterus scapularis) are the only Australian parrots
with a completely red head. Photographed at Dhammagiri this week.
Male Australian King-Parrots (Alisterus scapularis) are the only Australian parrots
with a completely red head. Photographed at Dhammagiri this week.
LOWER BODHI TREE WITH IT'S NEW FOLIAGE
RECENT DHAMMATALK AT DHAMMAGIRI BY AJAHN CUNDA
“Motivation for Practice”
A talk given during the last Full Moon Meditation Program in this year's rains retreat ('vassa').
A dedicated group of meditators is observing 8 precepts, listening to Dhammatalks,
and silently practising meditation for the whole day. As a period of quiet bhāvanā has just
come to an end, Ajahn Cunda talks about how we can sustain our motivation to practise,
and responds to questions and comments from the audience.
(click here to view the video)
“Motivation for Practice”
A talk given during the last Full Moon Meditation Program in this year's rains retreat ('vassa').
A dedicated group of meditators is observing 8 precepts, listening to Dhammatalks,
and silently practising meditation for the whole day. As a period of quiet bhāvanā has just
come to an end, Ajahn Cunda talks about how we can sustain our motivation to practise,
and responds to questions and comments from the audience.
(click here to view the video)
SOME LOCALS HANGING OUT ON THE VERANDAH
BAMBOO SCREEN
While somewhat dormant during the winter months, the Bamboo planted along
the new neighbours' fence last year is starting to look as originally conceived.
While somewhat dormant during the winter months, the Bamboo planted along
the new neighbours' fence last year is starting to look as originally conceived.
GREETINGS FROM AJAHN KHANTIKO
Tan Khantiko, who you will remember from his recent stay at Dhammagiri, has sent some
photos of 'Doi Mongkolsathan Forest Hermitage' which he shares with one other monk in
a remote area of Chiang Mai Province,
He sends his greetings to all in the Dhammagiri community.
Tan Khantiko, who you will remember from his recent stay at Dhammagiri, has sent some
photos of 'Doi Mongkolsathan Forest Hermitage' which he shares with one other monk in
a remote area of Chiang Mai Province,
He sends his greetings to all in the Dhammagiri community.
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PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE BIRDS
Feeding the birds has made them very aggressive in their pursuit of human food -
recently causing injuries to people.
Please help discourage the birds by not feeding them, and by gently chasing them.
Feeding the birds has made them very aggressive in their pursuit of human food -
recently causing injuries to people.
Please help discourage the birds by not feeding them, and by gently chasing them.
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AJAHN TIRADHAMMO AND VEN. AKINCANO VISIT FINGAL HEADS BEACH
(many thanks to Leigh for the photos)
(many thanks to Leigh for the photos)
VESAK - 27 May 2018
Ajahn Tiradhammo leads the circumambulation of the lower Bodhi tree at the end of the Vesak program.
Ajahn Tiradhammo leads the circumambulation of the lower Bodhi tree at the end of the Vesak program.
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THE MONASTERY BUGGY
Ajahn Anan, on his visit earlier this year, suggested the purchase of a golf buggy to relieve
Ajahn Dhammasiha's difficulty with his knee and accessing the steep hill at Dhammagiri.
He also donated considerable funds for this purpose. Thanks to additional generous donations
from other supporters, all of the cost has been raised. Dhammagiri now
has a buggy that has proved very useful during more recent visits by senior monks.
Ajahn Anan, on his visit earlier this year, suggested the purchase of a golf buggy to relieve
Ajahn Dhammasiha's difficulty with his knee and accessing the steep hill at Dhammagiri.
He also donated considerable funds for this purpose. Thanks to additional generous donations
from other supporters, all of the cost has been raised. Dhammagiri now
has a buggy that has proved very useful during more recent visits by senior monks.
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THE LOTUS POND
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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
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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It's kinder not to feed the birds.
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devices (tablets, laptops, games) in or around the Dhammahall.
It's kinder not to feed the birds.
Please note Dhammagiri records and photographs events to share with others via
our website and Facebook page. If you do not wish to be filmed or photographed,
please advise on your arrival. If you require an item to be removed from the website,
please advise the webmaster via the contact page on the website.
