Celebrating a Sacred Tradition: The Temporary Ordination of a Foreign Monk at Rideekanda Forest Monastery

Greetings to our beloved community,

We are filled with joy and spiritual warmth as we share the news of a remarkable event that recently graced the sacred grounds of Rideekanda Forest Monastery. In a beautiful ceremony steeped in ancient tradition, we welcomed a foreign monk into our spiritual family through a temporary ordination.

The ordination ceremony was a profound expression of cultural and spiritual unity, bridging distant lands through the universal language of faith. It was an honor to witness the dedication of our new brother, who has traveled far to seek wisdom and peace in the serene embrace of our monastery.

This special event began with the chanting of sutras, resonating through the lush greenery of our forest surroundings. The air was filled with the scent of incense and the serene sounds...

The "Foreigners' Retreat" video focuses on the residential retreats offered at the Rideekanda Forest Monastery, which provides accommodation for both male and female meditation practitioners, including Buddhist monks and nuns. The retreat programs are flexible and tailored to meet the individual objectives and requirements of the participants. There are no fixed dates for the retreats, and participants can plan their stay based on their own schedule. The aim of the residential programs is to help participants reach the highest understanding of Theravada Buddhism – Nibbana. The training methodology includes the systematic teaching of Tripitaka, analysis of dhamma and discipline, and personalized meditation recommendations. The retreat also offers one-to-one communication with instructors.