Meditation Retreat, Resources
John Lee
One Day Meditation Retreat with Ven Ajahn ...

One Day Meditation Retreat with Ven Ajahn Thanissaro at Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV) on 13 December 2023, Wednesday

BUBS Activities, Event Report
John Lee
Kathina Trip organised by BUBS Fellowship

BUBS would like to thank all participants of the 2022 Fellowship cum Kathina Trip to Sasanarakkha Buddhist Sanctuary, Taiping - BUBS very first trip since the pandemic. It was a memorable spiritual and educational bonding session for everyone.

Event Report, BUBS Activities
John Lee
BUBS Kathina Donation Disbursement

We are pleased to inform you that through your generosity, we have collected RM 29413.00 in our recent call for Kathina 2021 Donation.

BUBS will top up the donation to RM30,000.00 from our Sangha Dayaka Fund.

With this we are pleased to share that we will be disbursing RM10,000.00 to each of the 3 monasteries/temples listed below:

  1. Sāsanārakkha Buddhist Sanctuary, Taiping Perak

  2. Sri Jayanti Buddhist Temple, Sentul KL

  3. Santi Forest Monastery, Ulu Tiram Johor

Anumodana to all our donors for your generous donation to support the Buddha Sasana. We could not have done it without your support.

Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.

May the goodness arising from your kindness and generosity be the cause for the arising of favourable conditions that will support your practice.

BUBS Activities, Event Report
John Lee
Save-a-life at TTDI Lembah Kiara Park on ...

The event started with chanting followed by liberation of the live fish into the creek. Dedication and sharing of merits was done with all who participated for the benefit for all beings. Followed by a breakfast picnic.

Dhamma School
John Lee
Students Safety

For the continuous peace, safety and security of our students, we seek your cooperation to observe the following.

a.    Running is strictly not allowed within the premise.

b.    Parents are NOT allowed on the Mezzanine and 1st floor from 8.50 am to 10.30 am during Dhamma School session.

c.    Parents who need to be around on these floors must seek permission from the class teacher or the Principal.

d.    Please note that the official Dhamma School operation hours is from 8.45 am to 10.30 am for Pre-School to DS7 and from 8.45 am to 10.45 am for Teen Quest.

e.     Parents are to meet their child/children on the Lower Ground (LG) Floor upon Dhamma School Session ends and not later than 11.15 am.

f.     For your information, the Library on LG Floor is open until 12 noon and students are encouraged to stay in the Library while waiting for their parents.

g.    For students who are attending SIG classes, please meet them on the Ground Floor lobby, outside Buddhacetiya Hall by 12.15 pm

h.    Students are adviced not to wait outside the premise and compound.

i.      Please inform your child/children NOT to walk out of UBV premise without your prior permission.

j.      Should you or your child require assistance, please contact the respective class teacher or call Sis Poh Liew at 016-201 9268 or the Librarian in the Library.

Luang Por Amaro

Luang Por Amaro

Introduction

Luang Por Amaro (Jeremy Horner) is a highly respected senior monastic in the Thai Forest Tradition. He is a direct disciple of the legendary Ajahn Chah and has spent over four decades as a monk, bridging the spiritual landscapes of the East and the West. Known for his keen intellect, accessible teaching style, and gentle humor, Luang Por Amaro has been a pivotal figure in the establishment of the Forest Sangha in both the United Kingdom and the United States. In recent years, he has been honored with high ecclesiastical titles by the Thai Royal Family for his contributions to the Dhamma.

Early Life and Spiritual Search

Born in Kent, England, in 1956, Luang Por Amaro pursued a degree in Psychology and Physiology at the University of London. After graduating, his search for spiritual truth led him to travel through Asia. In 1977, he found himself in Northeast Thailand at Wat Pah Nanachat, the international forest monastery founded by Ajahn Chah for Western disciples. The profound impact of Ajahn Chah’s presence and teachings led him to renounce his worldly career and ordain as a bhikkhu in 1979.

Establishing the Dhamma in the West

Shortly after his ordination, Luang Por Amaro returned to England to assist Luang Por Sumedho in establishing Chithurst Buddhist Monastery (Cittaviveka). His early years were marked by a commitment to the traditional forest life, including a notable 830-mile Tudong (monastic trek) on foot from Chithurst to Harnham Vihara in Northumberland.

In the 1990s, his teaching journeys took him to California, where he helped found Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery in 1996. He served as the Co-Abbot of Abhayagiri alongside Luang Por Pasanno for 14 years, creating a vibrant center for practice in the Redwood Valley.

Leadership at Amaravati

In 2010, Luang Por Amaro returned to England to assume the role of Abbot at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery. Under his guidance, Amaravati has flourished as a major center for both monastic training and lay practice. He continues to lead a large community of monks and nuns while hosting thousands of visitors and retreatants annually.

Royal Ecclesiastical Titles

In recognition of his tireless service to the Sasana and his role in spreading the Buddha's teachings globally, Luang Por Amaro has received several prestigious titles from the King of Thailand:

  • 2015: Conferred the title Chao Khun with the name Phra Videsabuddhiguna.

  • 2019: Elevated to the higher rank of Chao Khun Rāja with the name Phra Rājabuddhivaraguṇa.

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