About us
Hi - welcome to our Little Bangkok Sangha.
When I came to Bangkok in 2001 there was no dharma in English to be found. The temples are all happy to compete for the tourist dollar, but there was no explanations, no sangha, no friends on the path.
So I started the ball rolling. That was 2007. Now we organize lots of events, and bring people together from all kinds of meditation backgrounds.
There are regular dhamma talks, workshops, discussion events, lunches and sometimes retreats. It depends on visiting teachers schedules.
Since we have no permanent venue of our own (yet) we have few costs. Pretty much everything we do is without cost - except for retreats of course - but even those are as low cost as we can make it.
I hope you can join in. If you are new it takes a while for your face and name to be remembered, but you should find an interesting mix of people. (plus a few real oddballs!)
The full website is at www.littlebang.org - the calendars there feature all events, arranged by us and other groups. Here on Meetup we only feature our own events - that's already a ton of emails that Meetup sends out!!
Hope to meet you.
Pandit Bhikkhu
Upcoming events
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THAI ABBOT ON BREATH MEDITATION: the original teaching
มูลนิธิบ้านอารีย์ (Baan Aree Foundation), 1 Soi Ari 1, Khet Phaya Thai, Kr, THHOW TO - MINDFULNESS OF BREATHING:
Ven. Vimokkha, abbot of Wat Pipphalivanaram in Rural Rayong will join this evening for a practical application of 'mindfulness of breathing' - one of the key Buddhist practices.Many traditions have 'breath meditation' - but Buddhism specifically combines it with 'mindfulness' (sati sampajanya) rather than just an object of concentration (samadhi). Focus will be on practical guides for making this a daily practice.
This event is in English language only.
Speaker:
Ven. Dr Wimaok (Vimokkha Metino) is a Thai abbot of Wat Pipphalivanaram forest monastery in rural Rayong. He finished a PhD at the monastic Mahaculalongkorn University, and is a registered 'Dhammaduta' (govt. recognized international teacher). He is overseeing the construction of an international meditation center in his monastery, due to open mid 2026.***
Inviting:
Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced meditators. We meet to support and encourage each other in our practice. If you are a beginner, some instructions will be given; experienced meditators can develop their own practice.***
Venue:
Baan Aree is a Thai Buddhist Center, please wear something that is comfortable and modest. It is very close to Ari BTS Station.Enter through the passage between EXIM building and the gas station. Or enter from the soi behind. (Baan Aree is also the home of Kid Mai Death Awareness Cafe - so you can also follow directions for that on G Maps)
As is usual with Buddhist teachings, there is no charge for this event. However, the Little Bangkok Sangha follows the Buddhist custom of Dana (generosity). The teachings and the venue are offered as an act of generosity, and those receiving them can, if they wish, support with a donation. These go towards the teacher’s and venue's costs. Boxes for Dana will be provided.
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Programme:
• 6:00 Baan Aree opens
• 6:30 pm group meditation
• 7:00 pm Dhamma talk
• 8:00 pm (sharp) finish30 attendees
KNOW YOURSELF: SEE YOURSELF - Thai Abbot on practical meditation
มูลนิธิบ้านอารีย์ (Baan Aree Foundation), 1 Soi Ari 1, Khet Phaya Thai, Kr, THVen. Vimokkha, abbot of Wat Pipphalivanaram in Rural Rayong will lead the session. While there are many meditation methods, the goal really is to 'know yourself' - this is not philosophical though; it is a dynamic meditation method that can and will change your life if you can find the way to it.
Focus will be on practical guides for making this a daily practice.This event is in English language only.
Speaker:
About Ajahn VimokkhaAlso spelled as 'Wimoak' (meaning 'liberation'), and Pali name Metino.
He has been ordained 24 years, and trained as a missionary monk under government recognized programs. He is Abbot of the Forest temple Pipphalivanaram in Rural Rayong Province, where he has constructed a large and impressive meditation center on the hilltop behind the old Monastery. He teaches in English right around the world, taking numerous teaching tours each year as far away as Brazil, Florida, Poland etc.. as well as a hectic teaching schedule in Thailand (usually Thai language). Currently he is organizing the construction of 'Bamboo Grove International Meditation Center' at his monastery - due to open in 2026.***
Inviting:
Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced meditators. We meet to support and encourage each other in our practice. If you are a beginner, some instructions will be given; experienced meditators can develop their own practice.***
Venue:
Baan Aree is a Thai Buddhist Center, please wear something that is comfortable and modest. It is very close to Ari BTS Station.Enter through the passage between EXIM building and the gas station. Or enter from the soi behind. (Baan Aree is also the home of Kid Mai Death Awareness Cafe - so you can also follow directions for that on G Maps)
As is usual with Buddhist teachings, there is no charge for this event. However, the Little Bangkok Sangha follows the Buddhist custom of Dana (generosity). The teachings and the venue are offered as an act of generosity, and those receiving them can, if they wish, support with a donation. These go towards the teacher’s and venue's costs. Boxes for Dana will be provided.
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Programme:
• 6:00 Baan Aree opens
• 6:30 pm group meditation
• 7:00 pm Dhamma talk
• 8:00 pm (sharp) finish14 attendees
Past events
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