After over a year away, the standing metal Buddha statue that greeted visitors as they drove into Tisarana is now back, shinier than ever. Last year it was observed that the statue was beginning to form large cracks in certain areas, and the outer layer was showing wear from the sun and weather. A dedicated supporter in Ottawa volunteered to fix it and after a year of hard work, it was ready to be put back up. Sadhu, Anumodana.
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Message from Ajahn Punnadhammo:
Dear Friends
…Arrow River will be needing a steward for the fall and winter. The man who has been serving in this role will be leaving probably end of August…
If anyone is interested…write me for more information.
We can take in a new person anytime but it will become more critical in September.
Thank you.
Arrow River Contact Email: arfh@xplornet.com… Read the rest
Ajahn Sucitto and Nick Scott have started releasing an audio book version of their two Indian pilgrimage books ‘Rude Awakenings’ and ‘Great Patient One’. To access the first chapter of these exciting narratives visit the link below:
LINK: https://whereareyougoing.podbean.com/… Read the rest
Dear friends,
On the occasion of Vesak, the Tisarana community wishes you and your family life’s choicest blessings. Legend has it that the full moon night of the month of Vesakha witnessed the birth, enlightenment and final release of the Buddha.
Recollecting the life and teachings of the Buddha inspires and uplifts our hearts, spurring us on along the path. The simplicity, universality and timelessness of his teachings brings acceptance to the way things are.
Sabba pāpassa akaram, kusalassa upasampadā. Saccitta pariyodapanam, etam Buddhānasāsanam.
To avoid the unwholesome, cultivating all things wholesome. Purification of the mind, this is the teaching of all the Buddhas.
Dhammapada 183
We hope that you will enjoy the outdoor shrine we have created since visiting the sala is temporarily not possible. Join us in spirit as we remember the Buddha and recommit to his teachings on this special day.
With best wishes,
The Sangha and residents at Tisarana.
On this mild spring day, the community here at Tisarana celebrates Luang Por Viradhammo’s 73rd birthday. As an expression of gratitude, the resident monks chant a number of selected Parittas, with a brief introduction and history of each one and its significance in the Thai Sangha. Luang Por offers some words expressing his appreciation for the community being diligent and living in such harmony. We hope you enjoy the chanting and photos.
Photos: https://photos.tisarana.ca/index.php?/category/37
Anumodana as well to our supporters who organized food donations from many families in Ottawa which were delivered here recently (a whole truck load!).
The Buddha comes to Sussex – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JznA4ueq2vE
Video details – https://dharma-documentaries.net/the-buddha-comes-to-sussex… Read the rest
Next on our list of Video Documentaries from the Ajahn Chah Forest Tradition – an oldie but goodie: Blue Eyes in Saffron Robes (1979). This video feature young versions of monks who went on to become famous teachers, including Ajahns Amaro and Jayasaro.
A good website describing the video: https://dharma-documentaries.net/blue-eyes-in-saffron-robes… Read the rest
We’ve started a plain-vanilla blog, probably the closest we’ll get to social media. Here you might find occasional posts by various monastery residents about monastery life, including a kick-off post today by Tan Khemako. You can find it under the “News” menu item at the top of the site, or here.… Read the rest
As many of us are restricted to staying at home more often, we thought we would share some inspiring Dhamma videos (all of which can be found on YouTube) every couple of days to make our increased time at home more beneficial. Many of you might have seen a number of these, but they give a good insight into where our tradition came from, and what life was like for the early Sangha.
First on the list: The Mindful Way – Buddhist Monks of the Forest Tradition in Thailand with Ajahn Chah
May all beings be well & happy.… Read the rest
