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, June 20
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 27 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, July 11 7:00 pm to 12:00 am Chanting, meditation, and Dhamma talk KBV, 260 W Dana St, Mountain View Tuesday, July 17 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Dhamma Discussion Wat Buddhanusorn 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont 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 KBV, 260 W Dana St, Mountain View |
Past Events
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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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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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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