Mahamevnawa · New York

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& Awaken Wisdom

You are warmly welcome to learn and practice the authentic teachings of the Buddha — regardless of your background, religion, or beliefs.

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2500+ Years of Wisdom

Weekly Meditation Sessions

Our Purpose

Not just for Buddhists
— for everyone

The teachings of the Buddha offer a path toward inner peace, clarity, and freedom from suffering. This path is open to every human being — whatever your faith, culture, or life experience.

At Mahamevnawa Buddhist Meditation Center of New York, we offer a warm, welcoming space to explore meditation, understand the Dhamma, and build a community grounded in compassion and mindfulness.

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Join us for weekly meditation sessions, Dhamma talks, and community gatherings — all offered freely as a gift of the Dhamma.

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Weekly Saturday Program

Join us every Saturday evening for Buddha Vandanawa and Dhamma teachings. Open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

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Monthly Meditation Day

A half-day program of guided sitting and walking meditation every fourth Sunday. All levels warmly welcome.

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Dhamma Talks

Monthly teachings by our resident monks on the Buddha's original discourses — covering topics from mindfulness to the path of liberation.

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Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.
— The Buddha

Mahamevnawa

A Global Spiritual Community

Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery is a growing international community dedicated to preserving and sharing the original Theravada teachings of the Buddha.

Founded by Most Venerable Kiribathgoda Gnānānanda Thero, our centers around the world are led by monks trained in ancient Pali scriptures — bringing timeless wisdom to contemporary life.

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