Welcome to Vivekavana Solitude
Grove!



Objectives
- To support and provide all necessary assistance and protection to the
resident monks and nuns.
- To foster the teaching, practice and understanding of the Buddha Dhamma
(the teachings of the Buddha), emphasizing on Theravada
tradition amongst its members.
- To provide a place for lay men and lay women to practise Dhamma.
- To provide a place and facilities for Buddhism-related activities and
retreats.
- To participate in social, education and welfare activities for the benefit of
mankind.

The Venerable Bhante Katapunnya

Year |
Countries |
Activities |
1978 |
Kedah, Malaysia |
Ordination in Thai Buddhist Temple |
1978-79 |
Thailand |
Learning and practicing dhamma |
1980-90 |
Sri Lanka |
Learning and practicing dhamma, reordained as a monk |
1990-92 |
Kedah, Malaysia |
Lunas Buddhist Hermitage practicing dhamma |
1992-93 |
India & Bangladesh |
Pilgrimage to India & social visit at Bangladesh |
1993-96 |
Kedah, Malaysia |
Lunas Buddhist Hermitage practicing meditation |
1996-Todate |
Penang, Malaysia |
Vivekavana Solitude Grove |
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