Welcome to the Hermitage
A Refuge of Dhamma in the West Kootenays
Nelson. BC.
News
Bhante Ānanda Departs for Sri Lanka.
Bhante Ānanda departs soon for Sri Lanka.
There, he will continue his practice for 5 months, returning to BC next year in early May.
Kataññutā – Gratefulness
Here at the Heart Dhamma Hermitage, we are so grateful to all those who have generously participated in the meal dana opportunity through the website. Thanks also to the Kootenay Tamil
Lunar Observance Pūjā
Namo Buddhaya 🙏🏻 As you may already know, the Buddhist monastic calendar is based on the lunar cycles. Every full moon and new moon, monks and nuns of the same
Practicing Generosity
Buddhist Monk going for Almsround in Blewett If you’ve ever had the opportunity to travel in Thailand, Myanmar or Sri Lanka, you may have noticed Theravada Buddhist monks and nuns
Sunday Gatherings Resuming
Dear friends, I hope this little message finds you well, enjoying these clear September days. As an update, Bhante Ananda returned last week, so our outdoor Sunday gatherings will
Summer Building Projects
With much work and some willing hearts, Some essential projects have been completed in order to have the capacity to receive visitors for short stays at the hermitage and to
Robe Making Season
Every year during Vassa, the monsoon season of Northern India, monks take to solitary retreat and take advantage of this sedentary period to repair their robes or make new ones.
The Beginning of Vassa
In Northern India, where the Buddha lived and taught, the year is mainly divided into three seasons, unlike our four familiar seasons here in the West. They are the Summer
Happy Vesak
This 26th of May is the full moon which marks the triply auspicious date of the Birth, the Awakening and the passing into Parinibbāna of the Bhagavan Buddha. This day
Entering the Dhamma – Online Retreats
Entering the Dhamma, indeed! Mettā gently eases and uplifts the mind. How fortunate to receive these teachings online and practice at home! 😊 Thank you, Bhante 🙏 The online retreat
Slocan Retreat
What a special gift, to receive Buddha’s Teachings. Staying at this off-grid location in Terry’s hand-built homes, deeply enriched this wonderful experience. Many thanks to Bhante, and to everyone who
Kuti Progress
The Kuti is coming along nicely! With the help of Marty, Grant and Bhante’s mom, serious progress has been made! Just a few things that have been completed or