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What does it truly mean to be mindful?In this Dhamma Day reflection, we explore Sammā Sati (Right Mindfulness)—the practice of cultivating clear awareness of the body, feelings, mind, and Dhammas. Mindfulness is not merely being present; it is a way of seeing our experience clearly, with wisdom and without being carried away by craving or…
What we repeatedly give our attention to, we strengthen. Where attention goes, the mind grows.In this second reflection on Sammā-Samādhi, we explore how gently training the mind to remain with a wholesome object can gradually transform our habits of attention. May we learn to cultivate a mind that is steady, clear, and present.Thank you! 🙏
We are pleased to share the next video of our Dhamma Day series: Sammā Samādhi — Right Concentration. 🌿In this short reflection, we explore the distinction between right and wrong concentration, and why the quality and direction of our concentration matter on the path of the Dhamma. This is only the beginning of our exploration…
We are pleased to share the second video of our Dhamma Day series: Sati-Sampajañña — Mindfulness and Clear Comprehension. 🌿In this short reflection, we explore how the Buddha’s teaching can help us bring mindful awareness and wise understanding into our everyday lives.May these small offerings of Dhamma reach many hearts and bring compassion and wisdom.Thank…
A Reflection on Mindfulness in Nature A flower opening to the morning sun, a bee resting gently upon a blossom, a bird singing from the branches, or a squirrel passing quietly through the garden these simple moments can become gentle invitations to pause and be mindful. Within the monastery garden, nature offers a quiet space…
20 August 2026 | Bangkok, Thailand A meaningful scholarly collaboration has begun to support the preservation and transmission of two important works from the Sinhala and Pāli literary traditions. Ven. Wadigala Samitharathana (MA, London; MPhil, Oxford), Head Monk of the Oxford Centre of Theravāda Buddhism, United Kingdom, was graciously invited to examine and read two…
24 August 2026 | Bangkok, Thailand A special Dhamma gathering and scholarship presentation ceremony was held at Wat Suthat Thepwararam on 24 August 2026, bringing together senior members of the Buddhist Saṅgha, scholars, and young novice monks in the temple’s historic Ubosot, the principal ordination hall.The ceremony was graciously presided over by Somdet Phra Suthatsana…
What does the Buddha teach us about turning our good intentions into meaningful action?In today’s short Dhamma reflection, we explore the *Four Iddhipāda*—the four foundations of spiritual accomplishment: *Chanda* (wholesome aspiration), *Viriya* (wise effort), *Citta* (focused mind), and *Vīmaṃsā* (wise investigation). Drawing from the Buddha’s teaching in the *Iddhipāda-vibhaṅga Sutta* (SN 51.20), we reflect on…
The Rains Retreat (Vassa) is a sacred three-month period in the Buddhist tradition dedicated to spiritual renewal, deep meditation, and the cultivation of wisdom and compassion. In this talk, Rev Wadigala Samitharathana reflects on how this ancient practice offers an opportunity to pause, examine our lives, and renew our commitment to mindfulness, ethical living, and…
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Ven. Paññāvaro (Phrakhrusangkhavijai Pandit) for his extraordinary kindness, generosity, and dedicated efforts in helping to make our monastery and garden such a beautiful and welcoming place. Through his care, time, practical skills, and loving attention to every detail, our garden has been transformed into a peaceful…
Oxford, United Kingdom The Oxford Buddhist Society is pleased to share that Ven. Wadigala Samitharathana has been awarded the degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Buddhist Studies with Higher Merit from the University of Oxford. His postgraduate research was completed through St Cross College and the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, University…
It has been a joyful and deeply enriching experience spending precious time with Bhante G (Gunaratana) at the Bhāvana Society of West Virginia, together with visits to other close-knit Theravāda, Mahāyāna, and Vajrayāna monasteries in Washington, DC, New York, and Pittsburgh. Undertaking a personal retreat provided a precious opportunity to cultivate compassion and wisdom through…
