Wat Tungsamakeedhamm
5 km outside of Sam Chuk in Suphanburi Province (approx. 130 km from Bangkok). The quietly situated monastery covers 200 Rai and is surrounded by rice fields. There live 30-50 monks, approx. 100 nuns, and a varying number of laypeople.
Tradition and Teacher
Acharn Sangwahn Khemmako
Meditation Technique
Mindfulness of breathing (Anapanasati), the Four Foundations of Mindfulness (4 Satipatthana), and other meditation objects taught in the scriptures.
Usually there is a meeting with the teacher several times a week.
The intensive, individual practice takes place in one’s own kuti. Between 3 and 4 a.m. and between 6 – 7 p.m. the recitations of the monks and nuns take place, to which laypeople are welcome.
Language(s)
The teachings are given in Thai. Western nuns who have been living here for many years assist with translations into English or German.
Accommodation
Individual kutis (bungalows) with Thai-style bathroom, running water, and electricity.
Meals
There is one free meal daily with a good selection.
Note
The Wat was highly praised by some people and an abbot, also very suitable for women.
Center Details
Address:
Nong Pak Naag
Sam Chuk
Suphanburi, 72130
Thailand
Tel: +66 35 571 645
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