Dharma Pradeepa
Monastery

Our Vision

To spread the pure Dhamma of the Sammā Sambuddha in the Theravāda Mahāvihāra tradition, by providing guidance in the study of Dhamma texts, the Commentaries and Ṭīkā, with special attention to the learning of Pariyatti Dhamma (cognitive), the practice of Samatha and Vipassanā meditation as Paṭipatti Sāsana (affective), leading to progress in Paṭivedha Sāsana (comprehension) towards the attainment of Stream-entry in this very life.

Our Mission

• Provision of knowledge in Pariyatti Dhamma (Cognitive) and discipline through Paṭipatti Dhamma (Affective).
• Provide training in a practical manner so as to produce disciplined monks according to the Vinaya rules.
• Temporary ordination for the laity, inculcating Dhamma knowledge and meditation practice.
• Providing Vipassanā and Satipaṭṭhāna meditation for locals and foreigners, with instructions in their own languages, together with residential facilities.
• Helping progress towards Nibbāna through practical instruction in Sīla (precepts), Samādhi (concentration) and Paññā (wisdom) via 3-day and 5-day programmes in Sinhala, with residential facilities and other necessities.
• Special one-day programmes for pregnant mothers for the benefit of delivering a Bodhisatta infant.
• One-day children’s programmes to guide and discipline future generations.
• Special meditation programmes suited to various groups in society.
• Meditation programmes on Poya days.
• Educating the public in the Dhamma via YouTube, Facebook, WhatsApp and other social media through short discourses, discussions and Q&A.