Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery
The Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery (ABM) was started on January 18, 1998, by the Thai and American Buddhist community in Washington state. It's a place that follows the teachings of Theravada Buddhism, explaining the path to freedom taught by the Buddha. This Buddhist Temple was officially recognized as a "not-for-profit" organization by the State of Washington on April 22, 1998.
It's a small, humble Buddhist temple in Seattle, surrounded by many trees and land. The temple follows the Theravada Buddhist tradition. Everyone is welcome here, no matter their beliefs, economic status, or background.
Ajahn Ritthi is the Abbot of Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery. He is a monk and a teacher of Theravada Buddhism. He supports the ideas of his mentor, the great Theravada teacher Buddhadasa, who worked hard to promote a proper understanding and practice of Dhamma, mainly focusing on meditation practice in the forest. Ajahn Ritthi's primary teacher, Panyananda, is now 92 years old and lives in Bangkok; he is the last living member of Buddhadasa's group of reformers.
The main idea that keeps the Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery running is "Generosity is not just about giving things but also about giving time, service, and yourself." Giving is seen as a way to build confidence in giving and receiving, which is essential for self-acceptance and contentment.
Every Wednesday at 7 pm, the Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery has a Meditation practice. It starts with chanting in Pali and English, followed by a 45-minute meditation, a break for tea, and then a talk about Dhamma in English. Everyone is welcome, and you don't need any meditation experience.
Detailed information:
- Address: 19301 176th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA 98072, United States
- Phone: +1 425-481-6640
- Website: http://www.atamma.org/
