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.
All are welcome to 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.
All are welcome to 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, August 28 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Thursday, August 29 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Karuna House (formerly San Jose Dharma Punx) Meditation and Dhamma discussion Friends Meeting House, 1041 Morse St, San Jose Saturday, August 31 9:30 am to 4:30 pm 11:30 am potluck meal offering Daylong Meditation Retreat: Love without Attachment KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Sunday, September 1 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Almsround Downtown Mountain View Tuesday, September 3 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm Insight Meditation South Bay St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Edwards Hall 2094 Grant Rd., Mountain View Wednesday, September 4 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Sunday, September 8 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Mindfully Facing Disease and Death KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Wednesday, September 11 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Saturday, September 14 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Eastbay Dhamma: Mindfully Facing Disease and Death Location to be determined Tuesday, September 17 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, meditation and Dhamma discussion Wat Buddhanusorn 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont Wednesday, September 18 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Thursday, September 19 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Karuna House (formerly San Jose Dharma Punx) Meditation and Dhamma discussion Friends Meeting House, 1041 Morse St, San Jose Wednesday, September 25 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Chanting, Meditation and Sutta Study KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View Thursday, September 26 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Karuna House (formerly San Jose Dharma Punx) Meditation and Dhamma discussion Friends Meeting House, 1041 Morse St, San Jose Sunday, September 29 9:30 am to 4:30 pm 11:30 am potluck meal offering Daylong Meditation Retreat KBV, 260 West Dana St, Mountain View |
Past Events
Ajahn Brahm Visiting KBV!!!
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New Buddha Statue Consecration Ceremony and Vesak Celebration
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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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