Resignation of Sarachitta

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

I am writing to inform you of the resignation from the Order of Dhammacharini Sarachitta, from Pune, India.

I am both her Private and Public Preceptor. She was ordained in 2004 at Sadhamma Pradeep retreat centre, Bhaja, India.

I met with Sarachitta when I was in Pune, in January. For the past year she has been going to a Chinese semi-Buddhist group called Falung Gong. She has benefitted greatly from it and...

Buddhist Action Month 2018: Transforming Self, Transforming World

On the BAM Space, Mokshini writes: “The theme for BAM 2018 is Transforming Self, Transforming World.

As always, the theme for BAM is inspired by contemporary issues, and this year’s emphasis invites us to stop and look at the big picture: 

It is becoming evident that our society urgently needs a new story, a new myth to live by. As an example. George Monbiot puts it very well in this recent short interview where he outlines the need for a psycho-spiritual approach that is thoroughly meaningful and that...

Update on Dayarakshita's Health

Dear Order members,

I am delighted to let you know that Dayarakshita’s health is improving and she is now back home. Recuperation will take time and she’ll need regular hospital visits but she is much much better than she was. She asked me to tell you that she is very grateful for all the support she is receiving (I read her the names of everyone who sent well wishing).

With much metta,
Subhadramati