Meditation Retreat with Bhante Kirinde Chandananda (Sponsorship: Pubudu & Reshani, open)
Knowing and Seeing the Dhamma
One-Day Meditation Retreat
with Bhante Kirinde Chandananda
Following the Buddhist path involves first knowing the basic principles and then personally experiencing and verifying them for oneself. Without knowing, one cannot esoterically verify. Without experientially verifying, one cannot overcome ignorance and defilements.
We are pleased to offer you an opportunity to receive in-person teachings and guidance from an experienced and erudite Buddhist monk on these two essential steps. This retreat will include foundational instructions, guided sitting, standing, and walking meditation, Dhamma talks, group discussions, and sharing sessions.
Saturday 26th July 2025
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
at Cleveland Buddhist Vihara
About the Meditation Teacher
Bhante Kirinde Chandananda is the Abbot of the Preah Meada Khante Cambodian Buddhist Association in Fresno, California.
He received his monastic training and education in Sri Lanka. Prior to coming to the United States, he served as a lecturer in Buddhist Studies at the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Now a renowned Dhamma speaker, Bhante Chandananda offers teachings and retreats throughout the United States.
Program Schedule
AM
08:30 – 09:00: Observance of Precepts & Chanting/Recitation
09:00 – 10:45: Guided Meditation and Dhamma Talk
10:45 – 11:00: Break
11:00 – 12:30: Buddha Puja, Dana for monastics and lunch for all participants
PM
12:30 – 01:00: Cleaning & Break
01:00 – 01:45: Walking meditation
01:45 – 02:30: Dhamma Talk and Q & A
02:30 – 03:15: Meditation Practice
03:15 – 03:45: Sharing and Q & A
03:45 – 04:15: Chanting/Recitation
04:15 – 04:30: Sharing merits and Conclusion
This retreat is open to practitioners of all levels.
Lunch and refreshments will be served.
Registration is free, but donations to support Cleveland Buddhist Vihara will certainly be appreciated.
Registration is limited due to space limitations. Please click for the registration.