Sīla — Virtue
A life rooted in the precepts and ethical conduct, the firm ground on which all practice is built.
About Us
Meemure Aranya Senasanaya
A forest monastery in the heart of the Knuckles mountains, devoted to the practice and preservation of the Buddha's teachings.
Our Story
A Forest Refuge for the Dhamma
Hidden among the misty peaks of the Knuckles range, near the remote village of Meemure, our aranya is a place of stillness and devotion — a sanctuary where the rhythm of monastic life follows the timeless teachings of the Buddha.
Far from the noise of the world, the resident Sangha keep alive the forest tradition of meditation, simplicity, and renunciation. Lay devotees and pilgrims are warmly welcomed to share in this life of practice — observing sil, joining daily pujas, and offering dana to the Sangha.
What We Stand For
The Threefold Training
The whole of the path, taught by the Buddha, unfolds through virtue, stillness, and wisdom.
Samādhi — Stillness
Cultivating a calm, collected mind through samatha and vipassana meditation amid the quiet of the forest.
Paññā — Wisdom
The clear seeing that arises from steady practice — the heart of the Buddha's path to liberation.
From Dawn to Dusk
A Day at the Aranya
Tap through the hours to follow the daily rhythm of practice that shapes life in the forest monastery.
Morning Awakening
The day begins before dawn with the sounding of the bell, as the resident Sangha rise to begin their practice in the stillness of the forest.
Life at the Aranya
What the Aranya Offers
Whether you come for a single day of sil or a longer retreat, the aranya offers a setting of rare quiet for devotion and practice.
- Resident Sangha and a forest meditation hall
- Daily Buddha pūjā, dāna, and gilanpasa offerings
- Guided samatha & vipassana meditation retreats
- Sil observance on full-moon Poya days
- Quiet kuṭi and walking paths through the aranya
- Annual Katina robe-offering ceremony
A Glimpse Within
Gallery of the Aranya
Moments of stillness, devotion, and natural beauty from the forest monastery and the Knuckles hills that cradle it.
Sabbe Sattā Bhavantu Sukhitattā
Come Walk the Path With Us
Pilgrims and devotees are always welcome. Reach out to plan your visit, join a program, or offer dana to the resident Sangha.