As we usher in the new year of 2021, we begin with a reflection on Dhamma. Living through a pandemic, we all realized how important it is to have the love and support of our loved…
Spiritual Retreat is a day or days of seclusion from worldly life and is focusing on spiritual development and one’s wellbeing. A lay devotee gets an opportunity to experience a monastic life which is free…
Without understanding samsara, realizing Nibbana is impossible. Buddha said it is because of not understanding the endless cycle of birth and death, beings continue to wander. When Buddha was enlightened, he uttered: Through many a…
In modern day, Buddhism has reached every corner of the world. Because of its popularity, Dhamma followers approach the teachings according to their way. Among all divisions, there are three main branches can be seen…
There are several major Buddhist festivals celebrated around the world. They signify the important events took place in the life of the Buddha. VESAK CELEBRATION (Commemoration of Birth, Enlightenment and Passing away of the Buddha)…
“Nibbanam Paramam Sukham” is a famous quote of the Buddha on happiness. He said, experiencing the state of enlightenment is the greatest happiness, the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice. It is the happiness of complete…
On March 30, 2019, our temple reached a milestone of completing 15 years of noble service to the community in Twin Cities and the surrounding states. To celebrate, Our guest monks Venerable Pallebage Chandrasiri Nayaka…
We are social beings who live depending on each other. In terms of Dhamma practice, having a companion is highly promoted by the Buddha. A friend or a teacher who is wise and live a…
