Passaddhi Vihara

A Monastic Residence in the Pacific Northwest

Located in Olympia, Washington State, USA.

Two Bhikkhunīs practicing for awakening have come to the Pacific Northwest to develop a monastery, Passaddhi Vihara, dedicated to bhavana (the practice leading to liberation, the heart’s release, Nibbāna).

The first phase continues! – a rental located in West Olympia, Washington State with online Dhamma programs.

The first Vassa has been completed. Come celebrate with us on Sunday, November 17th, 2024 at the Olympia Unitarian Universalist Church 2:30 – 4:30 pm. More information here.

Attend online 3-4:30 <– ZOOM LINK –>

Dhamma Programs

Sutta Study on Zoom

Tuesdays 8:00-9:00 am (Pacific Time)

Reading and discussion of the Early Buddhist Suttas.

Zoom Link

Dhamma Reflection on Zoom

1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:00-8:30 pm (Pacific Time)

Dhamma reflection and time for meditation

Zoom Link

Outside Teachings

YouTube

Ways to Support

Current Ride Offerings

Rides needed for both bhikkhunīs

None needed

Meal Offering

at the Vihara
to be Picked up at a Restaurant
by a Gift Card to a Restaurant
on Alms Round
by Delivery

Donate Useful Things

See the useful things list for things that are needed at the vihara or by the monastics. Items can be brought to the vihara in West Olympia or delivered. Please email for the address.

There are many support opportunities in these early days of setting up the vihara. Please join us at community planning meetings or volunteer directly for specific activities, such as giving rides to the monastics, providing technical help setting up contact management and newsletter, acting as a financial steward, ... Sign up here.

Financial Support

Currently the rent coverage is one of our biggest support needs. (Expanding the community of volunteers is the other.)

Your financial support helps cover the costs of rent, utilities, travel and other basic needs. It helps maintain the monastery and support the monastics.