Putting the Sīla in Sīlacon Valley
A neighborhood monastery for the study and practice of Dhamma
Karuna Buddhist Vihara (KBV or Compassion Monastery) is a Theravada monastery dedicated to sharing the Buddha's teachings leading to a truly happy life. We are located in Mountain View, CA, in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Please join us for meditation and Sutta Study every Wednesday night from 7:00-9:00 pm at the vihara, 260 West Dana Street, Mountain View.
Please join us for meditation and Sutta Study every Wednesday night from 7:00-9:00 pm at the vihara, 260 West Dana Street, Mountain View.
Special Events
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Upcoming Teachings and EventsWednesday, April 25
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, May 2 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Thursday, May 3 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Guided Meditation, Q&A, Dharma talk & Discussion San Jose Dharma Punx Friends Meeting House, 1041 Morse St, San Jose Sunday, May 6 8:45 am to 12:00 pm Alms Round Downtown Mountain View Wednesday, May 9 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Saturday, May 12 Bhikkhuni Ordination for Samaneri Cittananda 9:00 am to 2:00 pm 11:00am potluck vegetarian meal offering Buddhi Vihara, 402 Knowles Ave, Santa Clara Saturday, May 14 First Lunar Observance Late-Night Meditation & Dhamma Session 7:00 pm to 12:00 am KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Tuesday, May 15 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Dhamma Discussion Wat Buddhanusorn 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont Wednesday, May 16 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, May 23 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Dhamma Discussion (run by the lay community) KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, May 30 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Dhamma Discussion (run by the lay community) KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, June 6 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Dhamma Discussion (run by the lay community) KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View |
Past Events
Inspiring Confidence in the Enlightened Mind:
A Vesak Daylong Meditation Retreat
Sunday, April 22
Venerable Bhikkhu Bodhi Visiting KBV
Wednesday, March 28
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New Vihara Open House
Sunday, March 25
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Parking Notice Out of consideration for our neighbors, we encourage everyone (who is able) to park at Edith Landels Elementary School (115 W Dana St) when attending group meetings. If you wish to park at the vihara, please use the two spaces (next to each other) in front of the garage before parking on the street. |
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