<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Sadhanarama Bana Vihara]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sadhanarama Bana Vihara is a Buddhist spiritual and cultural center dedicated to the practice, preservation, and promotion of the Buddha’s teachings.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/news-media</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:24:11 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Visit of Most Venerable Junsei Terasawa: A Sacred Meeting Rooted in Peace]]></title><description><![CDATA[we were deeply honoured to witness a meaningful and inspiring meeting between Most Venerable Nandapala Mahāthera, Supreme Patriarch of the International Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation (ISBF), and Most Venerable Junsei Terasawa, senior monk of the Nipponzan Myōhōji Order and an internationally respected peace activist.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/visit-of-most-venerable-junsei-terasawa-a-sacred-meeting-rooted-in-peace</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f1f</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_04e36b7096a140638ce77a119c42520c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_590,h_443,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kathina Offering by the Dhammakaya Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kathina Robe Offering 2025 was joyfully conducted by the Dhammakaya Foundation at various centres of the International Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation (ISBF) across Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Mizoram, and Bodh Gaya. This auspicious offering was made on behalf of Luang Phor Dhammajayo, whose compassion, wisdom, and lifelong dedication continue to inspire the practice and preservation of the Buddha-Dhamma around the world.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/kathina-offering-by-the-dhammakaya-foundation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f20</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_f1a68f83f60547ea86b4936df2a5fe84~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Myanmar Earthquake Relief Support: Compassion Beyond Borders]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a heartfelt gesture of compassion and solidarity, the International Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation (ISBF) has extended support to our brothers and sisters affected by the recent earthquake in Myanmar. Moved by a shared sense of human suffering and responsibility, ISBF responded with prompt humanitarian assistance to aid ongoing relief efforts.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/myanmar-earthquake-relief-support-compassion-beyond-borders</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f16</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_afdb3b739b174a33beced7338e01dabc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dhammayatra (Peace Walk) by 500 Novices: A Journey of Faith]]></title><description><![CDATA[The word Dhammayatra is derived from Dhamma, meaning goodness and truth, and Yatra, meaning progress or journey. Through this practice, the novices are trained to cultivate self-discipline, patience, and mindfulness, while learning to overcome inner defilements. At the same time, their peaceful procession inspires faith, calm, and reflection in all those who witness it.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/dhammayatra-peace-walk-by-500-novices-a-journey-of-faith</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f1a</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Dec 2024 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_a32a9891b85f46a3bb7cded09e1c0573~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wisdom Shared on the Law of Karma]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 500 Novice Mass Ordination Program at Sadhanarama Bana Vihara, Arunachal Pradesh, India , was graced today by an enlightening Dhamma session on the Law of Karma. The teaching was delivered by Phrakhruvibulnitidham (Paiboon Dhammavipulo), Assistant Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, whose guidance brought clarity and depth to this fundamental teaching of the Buddha.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/wisdom-shared-on-the-law-of-karma</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f21</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_8bec50710bbc4c1d9174d76d750dbe98~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Going on Alms-round (Piṇḍacāra): A Living Tradition of Giving and Gratitude]]></title><description><![CDATA[This timeless tradition is more than an act of giving food. It is a living practice that nurtures humility, contentment, and mindfulness in the Saṅgha, while allowing lay supporters to cultivate generosity (dāna) and gratitude. Through this shared practice, a deep sense of interconnectedness arises—strengthening the spiritual bond between the monastic community and the householders.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/going-on-alms-round-pi%E1%B9%87%E1%B8%8Dac%C4%81ra-a-living-tradition-of-giving-and-gratitude</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f25</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_00bd5e19727240f8a214f30bdc4ccf40~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Ordinary Day Made Extraordinary: Reflections from the 500 Novice Mass Ordination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, an ordinary day becomes extraordinary as the sacred journey of the 500 Novice Mass Ordination Program continues under the august presence of Most Venerable Nandapala Mahāthera, the Founder and Supreme Patriarch of the International Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation (ISBF). His compassionate guidance and spiritual presence have transformed this moment into one of deep meaning and inspiration for all who are part of this historic occasion.]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/an-ordinary-day-made-extraordinary-reflections-from-the-500-novice-mass-ordination</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f1e</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_491a47c9f56546ed8a9c28c6e96535f0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Universal Goodness (UG5) Training for the ISBF 500 Novice Mass Ordination]]></title><description><![CDATA[The International Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation (ISBF)  organized the 500 Novice Mass Ordination Program  from 2–16 December 2024 , marking a significant step in nurturing moral discipline, spiritual growth, and ethical values among young aspirants. This noble initiative was conducted in association with the Dhammakaya Foundation  and the Sadhanarama Foundation , a sister organization of ISBF. 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At that time monks were not allowed to keep or...]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/anumodana-to-food-dana-during-the-vassavasa-2023</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f18</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_f1e7a1092f6d4a74bc2d5cab47a2f959~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ISBF Secretariat Inauguration]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Secretariat Office of the Int'l Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation was inaugurated today at Buddhagaya Bana Vihara, Bodh Gaya. The Secretariat Office was inaugurated by HH Most Venerable Nandapala Mahathera, The Supreme Patriarch of Int'l Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation on Wednesday, 02 August 2023 in the August presence of Bhikkhu Sangha from different parts of India.  HH Most Venerable Nandapala Mahathera blessed the Office Bearers of the ISBF to work for the Buddha Sasana,...]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/isbf-secretariat-inauguration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f1b</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_e3b1bcf27bcd42b2b978495de80eed68~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rains Retreat - Vassavasa 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vassavasa is an annual three-month monastic retreat. During this period, the monastic Community remain in the monasteries or vihara...]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/rains-retreat-vassavasa-2023</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f13</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_55b81071485b408d84336d4f9998c455~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[HH Most Venerable Nandapala Mahathera arrives in Bodh Gaya]]></title><description><![CDATA[His Holiness Most Venerable Nandapala Mahathera, the Supreme Patriarch of Int'l Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation on Saturday, 29th...]]></description><link>https://www.sadhanaramabanavihara.org/post/hh-most-venerable-nandapala-mahathera-arrives-in-bodh-gaya</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c682fff255d356ed695f0f</guid><category><![CDATA[Our Activities]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jul 2023 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aef186_6539b2bb119944beb4604e81206fd642~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sadhanarama Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ISBF Delegation Invites Most Venerable Master Thích Trúc Thái Minh to India]]></title><description><![CDATA[A delegation of the International Sadhananandapala Banavihara Foundation (ISBF), led by Ven. Jinananda Bhikkhu, along with Ven. Brahma Dutt Bhikkhu and Ven. Shanta Rakkhit Bhikkhu, had the honour of meeting Most Venerable Thích Trúc Thái Minh, Abbot of Ba Vang Pagoda, located in Uông Bí, Quảng Ninh Province, Vietnam.

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