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 Events
Wednesday, July 18 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Saturday, July 21 9:30 am to 4:30 pm 11:00 am vegetarian potluck meal offering Daylong Meditation Retreat: Inspiration from the Forest Masters Registration required ***Currently at capacity, please register for the waitlist. You will be notified if space becomes available.*** KBV, 260 W Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, July 25 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Thursday, July 26 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Meditation and Dhamma Discussion San Jose Dharma Punx Friends Meeting House, 1041 Morse St, San Jose Saturday, July 28 7:00 pm to 12:00 am Āsāḷha Pūjā Full Moon Observance Day Late-night meditation and Dhamma session Including meditation, refreshments, movie and discussion KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, August 1 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Thursday, August 2 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Meditation and Dhamma Discussion San Jose Dharma Punx Friends Meeting House, 1041 Morse St, San Jose Sunday, August 5 8:45 am to 12:00 pm Almsround Downtown Mountain View Wednesday, August 8 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, August 15 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Tuesday, August 21 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Dhamma Discussion Wat Buddhanusorn 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont |
Past Events
Pilgrimage Slide Show
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Bhikkhuni Ordination
for Samaneri Cittananda & Samaneri Ordination for Venerable Dhammadipa (aka Rev. Konin Cardenas) of Aloka Vihara
Saturday, May 12
9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Buddhi Vihara, Santa Clara, CA
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Ajahn Pasanno, Ajahn Karunadhammo, and Debbie visit KBV
Wednesday, April 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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