Peace Grove Nunnery · Lumbini
A channel of record for Theravada.
The first bhikkhuni community at Lumbini. Founded to revive full ordination for women in the Theravada tradition. 28 resident bhikkhunis.
Bhikkhuni-led teachings. Therigatha study series. Quarterly ordination ceremonies broadcast live. Member dana goes 80% to ordination scholarships.
Daily metta meditation. Weekly study of the Therigatha — the verses of the elder bhikkhunis.
Where your dana goes.
Full bhikkhuni ordination scholarships and the Peace Grove school for daughters of single mothers (88 students).
The broadcasting calendar.
The community behind the channel.
The first bhikkhuni community at Lumbini. Founded to revive full ordination for women in the Theravada tradition. 28 resident bhikkhunis.
Founded in 2003, the monastery is led by Ven. Bhikkhuni Dhammananda (mentor). Anchored at Lumbini, Nepal. Resident community and lay sangha contribute to the daily liturgy broadcast on this channel.
Three ways further in.
Begin with Day Pilgrim — 1 day, $20 – $50.
/circuit/day-pilgrim →Sacred-site originals, blessed objects, daily practice goods — with dana returning to this channel.
/shop →Subscribers may write directly to the monastery for retreat inquiries and dharma questions.
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