San Fran Dhammaram Temple

San Francisco
United States

The San Fran Dhammaram Temple is located in the California city of San Francisco. The location is a big and beautiful yellow building surrounded by greenery and located steps away from many beautiful parks. One can learn about the dhamma, engage in discussions about life, learn about the Thai culture and then spend the afternoon in nature reflecting on what they've learned and how to incorporate it into their lives.

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The San Fran Dhammaram Temple is located in the California city of San Francisco. The location is a big and beautiful yellow building surrounded by greenery and located steps away from many beautiful parks. One can learn about the dhamma, engage in discussions about life, learn about the Thai culture and then spend the afternoon in nature reflecting on what they've learned and how to incorporate it into their lives.

When Acariya Thoon Khippapanyo came to America in 1987 there were no places to teach the dhamma. The dhamma is the central Buddhist belief meaning "the truth". Although there were no designated spaces he continued to travel to America to share the teachings of Buddha. Finally in 2002 the San Fran Dhammaram Temple was established. It became a space to practice the dhamma and to also learn about and celebrate Thai culture. It currently resides in San Francisco, just south of the Golden Gate Bridge on the corner of 28th Ave and Lincoln Way. Although there is only parking located on the street there are bus stops located close by. Once one is done visiting the centre there are many beautiful parks located within walking distance that can be explored as well.

Theravada

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Theravada Buddhism is a form of Buddhism that originated in ancient India and is based on the teachings of the Buddha. It is one of the two major branches of Buddhism, along with Mahayana Buddhism, and is often referred to as "the oldest and most authentic form of Buddhism." The spiritual path of Theravada Buddhism is centered on the cultivation of mindfulness, wisdom, and ethical conduct. Practitioners of Theravada Buddhism seek to awaken to the true nature of reality and to gain liberation from suffering by following the Noble Eightfold Path, which includes practices such as right understanding, right speech, and right action.

The ultimate goal of Theravada Buddhism is to attain enlightenment, or the realization of one's true nature and the end of suffering. This is seen as a process of purification and transformation, in which practitioners cultivate mindfulness and insight in order to gain a deeper understanding of the impermanent and interconnected nature of all things. Theravada Buddhism is practiced in many countries around the world, including Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Burma, and has a strong following in the West as well.

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the Place

and its People

When Acariya Thoon Khippapanyo came to America in 1987 there were no places to teach the dhamma. The dhamma is the central Buddhist belief meaning "the truth". Although there were no designated spaces he continued to travel to America to share the teachings of Buddha. Finally in 2002 the San Fran Dhammaram Temple was established. It became a space to practice the dhamma and to also learn about and celebrate Thai culture. It currently resides in San Francisco, just south of the Golden Gate Bridge on the corner of 28th Ave and Lincoln Way. Although there is only parking located on the street there are bus stops located close by. Once one is done visiting the centre there are many beautiful parks located within walking distance that can be explored as well.

Theravada

the Path

Theravada Buddhism is a form of Buddhism that originated in ancient India and is based on the teachings of the Buddha. It is one of the two major branches of Buddhism, along with Mahayana Buddhism, and is often referred to as "the oldest and most authentic form of Buddhism." The spiritual path of Theravada Buddhism is centered on the cultivation of mindfulness, wisdom, and ethical conduct. Practitioners of Theravada Buddhism seek to awaken to the true nature of reality and to gain liberation from suffering by following the Noble Eightfold Path, which includes practices such as right understanding, right speech, and right action.

The ultimate goal of Theravada Buddhism is to attain enlightenment, or the realization of one's true nature and the end of suffering. This is seen as a process of purification and transformation, in which practitioners cultivate mindfulness and insight in order to gain a deeper understanding of the impermanent and interconnected nature of all things. Theravada Buddhism is practiced in many countries around the world, including Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Burma, and has a strong following in the West as well.

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the Place

and its People

When Acariya Thoon Khippapanyo came to America in 1987 there were no places to teach the dhamma. The dhamma is the central Buddhist belief meaning "the truth". Although there were no designated spaces he continued to travel to America to share the teachings of Buddha. Finally in 2002 the San Fran Dhammaram Temple was established. It became a space to practice the dhamma and to also learn about and celebrate Thai culture. It currently resides in San Francisco, just south of the Golden Gate Bridge on the corner of 28th Ave and Lincoln Way. Although there is only parking located on the street there are bus stops located close by. Once one is done visiting the centre there are many beautiful parks located within walking distance that can be explored as well.

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watsanfran.orgwatsanfran@yahoo.com+1 (415) 753-0857
2645 Lincoln Way
San Francisco
94122
United States
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San Fran Dhammaram Temple

San Francisco
,  
United States

The San Fran Dhammaram Temple is located in the California city of San Francisco. The location is a big and beautiful yellow building surrounded by greenery and located steps away from many beautiful parks. One can learn about the dhamma, engage in discussions about life, learn about the Thai culture and then spend the afternoon in nature reflecting on what they've learned and how to incorporate it into their lives.

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Theravada
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Center