Wat Palelai was founded on 3 Apr 1962 by Phrakru Prakassa Dhammakhun, who was also fondly known as Luang Phor, meaning "Venerable Father". Wat Palelai (Wat means "Temple" in Thai) practises the Theravada Buddhist Tradition, in the Meditation Forest Tradition of Thailand.
The name Palelai is derived from the Pali name, Parileyyaka, after Parileyyaka Forest. It reminds us of the occasion when the Buddha went into retreat in the Parileyyaka Forest in search of solitude after the monks in Kosambi did not take his advice in settling a quarrel among themselves. During the period of his retreat in the forest, he was cared for by a monkey and elephant until the monks finally came to their senses and were reconciled.
Thus, Palelai is symbolic of a place of retreat and peace.
Aimed at providing a place for all (buddhist and non-buddhist alike) who are interested in studying and practising the essence of the Buddha's teachings. Retreat schedule, regular programs, teachers (Sayadaw U Pannathami, Sayadaw U Pannananda), activities, photos, general information.
The aim of the society is to conduct Vipassana discourses annually as well as to perform various religious activities under the guidance of our Venerable Chanmyay Sayadaw. The main aims are as follows.
1. To create a meditation center for the yogis to practice meditation any day whole year round.
2. To have residing Sayadaws who can teach Vipassana meditation in English, Burmese and Chinese.
3. To conduct teaching sessions on Buddhism, Burmese tradition and Culture, and Myanmar language to overseas Myanmar children.
This community was set up as a dedication to the Meditation Teachers of the Forest Meditation Tradition of Thailand.
The BDMS is dedicated to making known the teachings of the Buddha and encouraging its members to apply those teachings to their lives.
The Society publishes books and organizes talks, blessing ceremonies and activities for all.
The Society's spiritual advisor is Venerable S. Dhammika, the well-known Australian Buddhist Monk.
Wat Ananda Youth (WAY) was formerly known as the Ananda Metyarama Buddhist Youth Circle. The Ananda Metyarama Buddhist Youth Circle (AMBYC) was born on 23 November 1966. It was the first Buddhist Youth Circle in Singapore. 30 years since its inception, AMBYC is proud to record many memorable events and contributions to Buddhism and preserving the Thai Theravada Tradition in Singapore.
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Cakkavala Meditation Centre was established in August 2000 by a group of Buddhists who appreciate deeply the teachings of the Buddha and aspire to support each other in the learning and practice of the Buddhas teachings, especially in the area of meditation.
The society has been highly blessed with the strong support and close guidance from Sayalay Dipankara, an outstanding disciple of a great and highly respected meditation master, Ven. Pa-Auk Sayadaw of Myanmar.
The formation of Samadhi Buddhist Society is to propagate the teachings of the Buddha and to assist Buddhists in life's cultivation.
The Buddhist Library was established in 1981 with the aim of providing and promoting Buddhist education. Besides collecting resource material on Buddhism and related topics, it also conducts courses, talks and meditation retreats on a regular basis. It has published several books on Buddhist studies authored by renowned Buddhist scholars. One of the Library's recent innovations is the production of a video cassette on the Life of the Buddha in animation.
The Bodhiraja Buddhist Society was formed in 1998 to facilitate the practice of Buddhism and the teaching of Dhamma for the devotees and active supporters of the Bodhiraja Foundation in Singapore.
Conducts Puja services, Pali chantings, Dhamma talks, and pilgrimages to Sri Lanka.
Basic Buddhism course conducted by Vajiro (Richard) Chia is highly regarded and is a popular course. This twenty-two lessons intensive course is specially designed and tailored to suit the fast-paced and modern lifestyle. The course skilfully balances theoretical study of Dhamma with meditation practice, providing a strong basis for understanding of Buddha's teachings and a good foundation for mental development.
Conducts Dhamma talks and meditation courses. Supports Sunday Dhamma Classes and Buddhist & Pali College.
Dedicated to the practice of the Theravada tradition according to the teachings of the late Mongkol Thepmuni. Includes biography, chants, and activity schedule.
Bodhi Meditation Centre is an urban meditation centre with the intention of preserving the original teachings of the Buddha as presented in the Vipassana (Insight) and Metta (Loving-kindness) Meditations.
Resident teacher: Venerable Chuan Ren (Pannavudha).
The team of people who form the committee of MDC consist of lay practitioners who see the lack of proper Dhamma and Meditation teachers in Singapore. This lack of proper support prompted them to seek out the two highly respected and venerated teachers (who are the centre's two resident religious advisors), as well as others from Thailand, to bring the Teachings to Singapore and share them with the Dhamma-hungry Buddhist community.
MDC has two resident religious advisors. They are the Venerables Phramaha Dr. Suthimon and Phra Ajahn Chakat. Both monks have over 20 vassas each and are well versed in the Dhamma, Pali Sutta Chanting and Meditation.
The teachings followed at MDC are from the Thai Theravada Tradition. But although both resident religious advisors are ordained in different lineages (Maha-nikaya & Thammayut) according to the Thai Theravada system, they teach the unified tradition of the Dhamma-vinaya, the religion of the Buddha.
Guided by Ven Dr P Gnanarama, who is concurrently the incumbent Chief Priest of Purvaramaya, Gunasingha Pura in Sri Lanka as well as the Principal of the Buddhist and Pali College, Singapore. Provides Sunday Dhamma school and Buddhist services.
VBF aims to share the Buddha's Dhamma among working professionals. It organises weekly activities like Dhamma discussions, attending talks by various venerables, month-end outings and more.
