Teachings
Rooted in the Theravāda Buddhist tradition
Our teachings follow the guidance of Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero, drawing from the rich tradition of Mitirigala Nissarana Vanaya in Sri Lanka.
The Four Noble Truths
The foundational teaching of the Buddha — understanding suffering, its origin, its cessation, and the path leading to its cessation.
Mindfulness (Sati)
The practice of present-moment awareness. Mindfulness is the foundation of all meditation practices at Nissarana Vihara.
Samatha Meditation
Tranquility meditation that develops deep concentration and inner calm through focused attention.
Vipassanā Meditation
Insight meditation that develops wisdom through observing the three characteristics of existence — impermanence, suffering, and non-self.
Dhamma Resources
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Sample Deshana 01 — Opening Blessing Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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December 202545minSample Deshana 02 — Mettā Bhāvanā Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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November 202552minSample Deshana 03 — Four Foundations Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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November 20251hr 02minSample Deshana 04 — Q&A Session Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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October 202538minSample Deshana 05 — Walking Meditation Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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October 202548minSample Deshana 06 — Samādhi Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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September 20251hr 10minSample Deshana 07 — Dukkha and Its Ending Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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September 202555minSample Deshana 08 — Evening Chanting Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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August 202542minSample Deshana 09 — Kāyānupassanā Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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August 20251hr 05minSample Deshana 10 — Cittānupassanā Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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July 202550minSample Deshana 11 — Dhammānupassanā Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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July 202558minSample Deshana 12 — Retreat Day One Most Ven. Udairiyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thero
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June 20251hr 20min
Weekly Programs
We conduct weekly meditation programs that are open to all who wish to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives. No prior experience is necessary.