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A Monastic Residence Founded in 2013

The Charlotte Buddhist Vihara is a monastic residence and meditation sanctuary located in northeast Charlotte.  The Charlotte-born fully ordained Buddhist female monk, Ayya Sudhamma, brings to the group 17 years of experience living in traditional Theravada Buddhist monasteries. She teaches a variety of meditation techniques as well as Buddhist wisdom. People of all religions are welcome.  We do not try to convert anyone.

Please join our weekly meditations

RSVP for our meditations by using the social gathering website Meetup.com. Our Meetup link is Meditate with the Monk: Buddhism in Charlotte or you can click here for Upcoming Meetup Events. You can also sign up for our Newsletter to be informed of upcoming events and special guests. The Charlotte Buddhist Vihara is located at 3423 Stonehaven Drive Charlotte, NC 28215. 

 

For the Vihara to succeed in its goal of giving the monks a place to live and supporting their lives and their work, we need you.

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Upcoming Vihara Events

Nov
17
Sat
2:00 pm “Meditation for Calm and Well-be...
“Meditation for Calm and Well-be...
Nov 17 @ 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
At 2 pm Saturdays join us for a calming and uplifting half hour of silent meditation. Afterwards Ayya Sudhamma regularly teaches a class at 2:45 pm on Buddhist scriptures with lecture and discussion; you are welcome to stay for this class as well. (If you are new, look for the Buddhist flag on the front[...]
Nov
20
Tue
7:00 pm “An Evening for Personal Growth”...
“An Evening for Personal Growth”...
Nov 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
“An Evening for Personal Growth” (Tues 7 pm) Meditate with the Monk-Meditation for Insight (guided aloud by leader as needed for newcomers)-Dhamma talk (lecture based on Buddhist wisdom teachings)-DiscussionSuitable for all levels of meditation experience from 1st timer to oldtimer. Location is in northeast Charlotte. (Address will be provided.) If planning to attend please sign[...]
7:00 pm Topical Tuesday – [Topic Title G...
Topical Tuesday – [Topic Title G...
Nov 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Throughout the month, people have submitted Ayya requests for a topic. Ayya selects one of those requests and gives a teaching on it. Schedule: meditation, tea break, talk.
Nov
21
Wed
10:30 am Morning Meditation 10:30 am Weds...
Morning Meditation 10:30 am Weds...
Nov 21 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
This is an introductory class on meditation and Buddhism, 10:30-11:45 am, followed by optional Q & A. All are welcome but please sign up in advance.
Nov
22
Thu
7:00 pm “Meditation for Awakening” (Thur...
“Meditation for Awakening” (Thur...
Nov 22 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Basic instruction in meditation plus guidance how to use meditation for awakening.
Nov
24
Sat
2:00 pm “Meditation for Calm and Well-be...
“Meditation for Calm and Well-be...
Nov 24 @ 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
At 2 pm Saturdays join us for a calming and uplifting half hour of silent meditation. Afterwards Ayya Sudhamma regularly teaches a class at 2:45 pm on Buddhist scriptures with lecture and discussion; you are welcome to stay for this class as well. (If you are new, look for the Buddhist flag on the front[...]

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