Wat Pa Charoenratdhammaram

Source: Mae Chee Brigitte, as of December 2007

Address

Wat Pa Charoenratdhammaram
12/19 Klong 11
T. Buengthonglang
A. Lamlukka, Ch. Pathumthani 12150

Mobile Mae Chee Brigitte: +66 870 297 090

e-mail:
Internet: www.meditationthailand.com

Mae Chee Brigitte is no longer on site. It is possible that no one speaks English.

Arrival

Best by taxi from Bangkok to Lam Luk Ka, Klong 11, before the bridge over Klong 11 turn left and drive straight ahead (approx. 4 km) until the sign Wat Pa Charoenrat Dhammaram appears on the left, then turn left and after approx. 400 m you will see the temple.

Description

The Pathumthani province borders Bangkok. From the new Suvarnabhumi Airport it is a 50-minute taxi ride to the temple. The temple grounds cover 6 Rai of land and are surrounded by rice fields. Morning and evening chanting and meditation take place in the main hall. During the day, meditations take place in an open hall. All buildings are surrounded by lotus ponds.

Tradition and Teachers

Phra Acharn MahaVeeranantha, Phra Acharn Songkran

Meditation Technique

Observation of the rising and falling of the abdomen (Mahasi Sayadaw technique), walking meditation in 6 stages, and individual techniques that are considered appropriate for the respective practitioners.

Rules

All participants are asked to observe the eight Silas (moral precepts), to bring white clothing or borrow it at the temple (sometimes there is a lack of very large sizes).

Daily schedule

04:00 a.m.: the bell rings
04:20 a.m.: morning chanting, then
07:00 a.m.: breakfast
08:00 a.m.: walking and sitting meditation
10:00 a.m.: bell rings for eating, mindful eating
12:30 p.m.: walking and sitting meditation
04:00 p.m.: Metta
05:00 p.m.: evening chanting and meditation
07:00 p.m.: evening drinks, walking and sitting meditation until 9 p.m.

Accommodation

There are some individual kutis and dormitories for women and men.

What to Bring

It is recommended to bring a flashlight and mosquito repellent.