A day of unity and stillness has dawned in Cape Town—one that will be remembered for generations. On Sunday, March 8th, 2026, the Cape Town Meditation Centre celebrated a landmark occasion: the opening of the Sanctuary of Peace and the enshrinement of the statue of the Great Master of Meditation (Luang Pu Sodh). This is …
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☀️2026 New Year Alms-Giving Ceremony ☀️💠 Welcoming Good Things into Your Life 💠On Sunday, 4th January 2026. Dear Dhamma friends, Today, we come together to welcome the New Year.The New Year is not only about fireworks, music, or parties.The New Year is about a new beginning in our hearts. 💠 NEW YEAR In Buddhism, we …
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On Sunday, 19 October 2025, Cape Town Meditation Centre joyfully held its Annual Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony, to raise funds for the renovation of the monks’ residence.This year’s event was truly heartwarming — more than 200 Thai and South African devotees gathered together with faith and devotion. The day began in a bright and peaceful …
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From Humble Beginnings It has now been three years since we began holding meditation classes in Cape Town. When we first arrived, there was no permanent venue. The first team of monks tried their best, moving from house to house, sometimes holding classes online, sometimes visiting different venues. One kind supporter, Ms. Lauren Luiz, often …
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Cape Town, South Africa – 6 July 2025 In a momentous event marking the first of its kind in Africa, the Cape Town Meditation Centre hosted a grand Sangha Dana and alms giving ceremony to celebrate the beginning of Buddhist Lent. The ceremony brought together over 20 Dhammaduta monks from more than 10 countries, united …
On Sunday, November 10, 2024, the Cape Town Meditation Center held the annual Katina ceremony to raise funds for expanding the land to support the dissemination of Buddhism in South Africa. The event brought together over 120 participants, both locals and Thai nationals. All attendees joyfully presented the Kathina robes to the Sangha (monastic community), …
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Today, the Cape Town Meditation Center organized a Vesak ceremony to commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of Lord Buddha. The event began with the teaching monk providing insights into the life and virtues of Lord Buddha, emphasizing that “Buddha” is not a name but a position achievable by anyone through strong determination and …
On Saturday, 24 February 2024, Cape Town Meditation Centre organized the lighting up candle ceremony due to Magha Puja day. The ceremony was held at 4 pm. – 6.30 pm. This ceremony consists of three parts which are taking five precepts, meditation sessions, and candlelight procession. The ceremony started with paying respect to the triple …
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Magha Puja is an important Buddhist festival that falls on the full moon day of the third lunar month in February or March. It is also known as a day of love for Buddhists as it commemorates the day when the Buddha showed his love for mankind. His love is merciful and sincere wishes for …
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Kindness stands as one of humanity’s greatest virtues. It’s the cornerstone of our societies; without it, relationships are destined to be filled with conflict and frustration. Picture a world where parents don’t nurture their children, friends don’t support one another, and bosses don’t treat their employees well. A life devoid of kindness would lack meaning. …