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 Tuesday, August 21 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Dhamma Discussion Wat Buddhanusorn 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont Wednesday, August 22 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Saturday, August 25 9:30 am to 4:30 pm 11:00 am vegetarian potluck meal offering Daylong Retreat: Applying the Noble Truths by Feeding Your Demons Insight Santa Cruz 740 Front St #240, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Sunday, August 26 7:00 pm to 12:00 am Late-night meditation and Dhamma session Chanting, meditation, dhamma talk and more meditation! KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, August 29 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Thursday, August 30 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Meditation and Dhamma Discussion San Jose Dharma Punx Friends Meeting House, 1041 Morse St, San Jose Sunday, September 2 8:45 am to 12:00 pm Almsround Downtown Mountain View Tuesday, September 4 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm Meditation and Dhamma talk on "Inspiration from the Thai Forest Masters" Insight Meditation South Bay St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Edwards Hall 2094 Grant Rd., Mountain View Wednesday, September 5 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Saturday, September 8 9:15 am Global Climate March Ferry Park, San Francisco (see link above for details) |
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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