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The Katina Robe Offering Ceremony and Overnight Pririth Chanting at Samadhi Buddhist Viara were held this year with the participation of venerable monks around New Zealand. The events were full of devotees participated from Christchurch and surrounding cities. The Overnight Pirith Chanting was held on Friday, 24 November 2023 from 7.00 p.m. onwards at the […]
Dear Devotees and Friends in Dhamma, The special robe, which is prepared to be offered for the Maha Sangha at the end of Vas Season, is available from 16th October to 20th November for devotees to include as part of their daily religious rituals at their home. The robe is a great living symbol of […]
The Esela Poya Sil Programme will be held on Saturday, 8th July 2023 at the Samadhi Buddhist Vihara, under the guidance of Ven.Makuldeniye Somarathana Thero, Ven.Mapalane Sumanatissa Thero, Ven.Maduwanwela Dhammasiddhi Thero and Ven.Rohini Sil Maniyo. TIME ACTIVITY 8.00 am Gather at the Temple 8.30 am Observe Eight Precepts Vandana Dhamma Discussion & Guidance 10.00 am 11.00 am Meditation – […]
As a part of Vesak Celebrations, devotees of the Samadhi Buddhist Vihara organized a Buddhist Devotional Music event on 6 May 2023 from 6 p.m. onwards at the Te Hapua Halswell Centre, Christchurch. The event was coloured with a range of devotional musical items including songs and dances performed by adults and children. Memories of […]
In honor of Dr.(Mrs.) Kalyani Padukkage’s retirement, having been the coordinator of the Sri Lankan Language & Cultural School for over 15 years of dedicated and committed service to the broader Sri Lankan community and our younger generation, she has proven to be a blessing to our school. She has been nothing short of a […]
The Sri Lankan Language and Cultural School for children at Christchurch Samadhi Vihara will start on 12 February from 9 am for year 2023. The school conducts classes for young Sri Lankan community of age between 4 and 14 years old. The three Key stages of the school are: Key stage I (Small group – […]
Aushadha Puja will be held at the Samadhi Vihara on Saturday, 24th September at 6.00 pm. The Aushadha Puja will be sponsored by Dr. Nilakshi Lenora. Programme: 6.00 pm : Theruwan Vandhana & Puja 7.00 pm : Dhamma Sermon (In Sinhala) Conducted by Venerable Maduwanwela Dhammasiddhi Thero. Children Program : Story of […]
Dear Devotees and Friends in Dhamma, Venerable Maduwanwela Dhammasiddhi Thero is tested covid positive today. Therefore, Samadhi Buddhist Vihara Trust has decided to cancel all upcoming programs at the temple till 22nd July 2022. We feel it is extremely important to take extra measures to ensure Venerable Theros and everyone in the community are kept as safe as possible under this […]
Under Alert Level 2 restriction (see below), The Binara Poya Sil Programme will be held on Saturday, 11th of September 2021 at the Samadhi Buddhist Vihara, under the guidance of Ven. Maduwanwela Dhammasiddhi and Ven. Karandagahamada Dhammavisuddhi Theros. TIME ACTIVITY 8.00 am Gather at the Temple 8.30 am Observe Eight Precepts Vandana Meditation […]
Dear Devotees and Friends in Dhamma, We feel it is extremely important to take extra measures to ensure everyone in the community is kept as safe as possible during this unprecedented time. So, considering the ongoing situation, Samadhi Buddhist Vihara Trust has decided to cancel all upcoming programs at the temple until further notice. We will […]