Featuring: The Buddha seated in a Medition gesture /Enlightenment gesture (dhayana mudra) — A symbol of 'awakening,' or the discovery of the ultimate truth of nature that has been shrouded by defilements and delusion (ignorance). A Buddha image in the meditation posture, made of cast glass with a gold-leaf gilded base. Upon the Buddha’s victory over Mara, he marked the definitive moment of spiritual triumph and unshakeable resolve. In the month of May—the month of Vesak, whic

Before the onset of winter, Samanera Thitatto arrived from Wat Sumedharama in Portugal, while Ven. Athitjo traveled to further his Dhamma practice at Wat Dhammagiri in Brisbane, Australia. This winter, there are two monks residing at the monastery. Not counting the monks and novices who stay long-term to practice and help out, this year has been very conducive (sappāya) years yet—in terms of people, weather, food, and the environment. Although the snowfall has been light, the

We would like to inform you that our Day Retreats will now be held  on the first (or the second) Sunday of the month instead of Saturday. So the first one of this year will take place on Sunday the 10th of May . There will be sitting and walking meditation, together with instructions. In the afternoon there will also be a communal tea session where questions on meditation and life can be discussed. The meal is offered at 11:00. If you so wish, you are welcome to bring food

We are delighted to announce that this year’s Thai New Year (“Songkran”) celebrations will be held in conjunction with a weekend retreat and the enshrinement ceremony of Luang Por Chah's statue. The event will take place on Sunday, April 12th, 2026 . Program 10:00  – Gathering in the dāna sāla (main house) . 10:30  – Rice piṇḍapāta (alms-round within the monastery grounds) . 11:00  – Meal offering, followed by a communal meal. 12:30  – Gathering in the sāla (meditation hall).

Featuring: The Buddha Victory Over Māra ( Māravijaya mudrā) — A symbol of the definitive moment of spiritual triumph and unshakeable resolve. Following our exploration of "The Architecture of Wisdom" in March, Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery and Skiptvet Library are honoured to continue our journey through Buddhist art and symbolism. For April, we present a feature on one of the most iconic depictions in Buddhist art: The Buddha Subduing Māra (Māravijaya Mudrā) .  Commonly chos

Dear friends, We would like to inform you that the Monday Evening Pūj ā will now be referred to as "Evening Pūj ā" and will be take place on Tuesdays, beginning on Tuesday, the 9th of March. Everyone is welcome to join.  The usual format is: 19:00 -  Pūjā in meditation hall — Chanting followed by meditation (guided or silent). 20:15 -  Tea with a monk in dāna sāla (main house) . If Tuesday falls on a lunar observance day the schedule might change but still starts at 19:00

Skogskloster Buddhistsamfunn would like to welcome you to the annual silent summer retreat at Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery. We are happy to announce that the daily sessions of Buddhist teachings and meditation practice will be led by Ajahn Dhammiko from Sumedharama, Portugal . As usual, the retreat will take place in silence. Both new and familiar faces are welcome, but we recommend that participants have some previous meditation experience. DURATION Start: Saturday, 20 June

Featuring: Jewelled House Buddha ( Ratanaghara mudra) — A symbol of Dharma Contemplation: Represents the 4th week after the Enlightenment Following our exploration of "Mindfulness in Motion" in February, Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery and Skiptvet Library are honoured to continue our journey through Buddhist art and symbolism. For March, we shift our focus to the Jewelled House Buddha (Ratanaghara mudra) , a profound masterpiece representing "The Architecture of Wisdom" and t

Featuring: Walking Buddha ( Līl ā mudra) — A symbol of Mindfulness in Motion and Radiant Leadership Following our January opening, Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery and Skiptvet Library are honoured to continue our exploration of Buddhist art and symbolism. For February, we shift our focus to the Walking Buddha (Līlā Mudra) , a dynamic masterpiece representing 'Mindfulness in Motion' and the radiant presence of leadership through peace. Grace, Presence, and the Art of the Step I

Featuring: The Emerald Buddha – A Symbol of Purity and Protection In January 2026, Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery, in collaboration with Skiptvet Library, is honored to present an exhibition dedicated to the art and meaning of Buddha statues. We begin our series with one of the most revered images in Buddhist culture: The Emerald Buddha * (Phrabuddha-maṇīratana-paṭimākara) . Why the Emerald Buddha? The Emerald Buddha symbolizes spiritual purity, protection, and prosperity. Altho

On the evening of the 31st of December 2025, Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery will host a special program for those who are eager to welcome the New Year together in a wholesome and skillful way. 19:00 Chanting & meditation (Meditation hall) 20:00 Dhamma Talk 23:30 Paritta chanting 00:00 Chant Jayaparitta to welcome the New Year togegher After midnight : Hot drinks will be served in the main house (all are welcome to join). The main house will remain open and heated throughout

The past six weeks have been quite active at the monastery: the monks returned from a long journey to western Norway, and the monastery also hosted two special events: the cloth-offering ceremony in the kathina season (Pha Pah), and the 10-year anniversary of the monastery. Journey to the West On the evening of Sunday, 21 September, Luang Por Kumphong, together with two monks from Wat Ubolmanee, arrived at Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery after travelling from Grimo a few days ear

We would like to warmly invite you to an alms-giving festival ( Pha Pah ), on Sunday 26 October , to mark the 10 year anniversary of Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery. Event schedule 8.30  Opening of a Buddha image exhibition in the barn 9.00 Gather outside the main house to prepare the rice offering 10.00  Paritta chanting (main house) 10.30 Alms round 11.00 Meal 12.00  Clean-up 12.30  Gather in the meditation hall (sala) for the main ceremony 13:00 Talks by Ajahn Kongrit, Ajahn G

Luang Por Kumphong, one of the elder disciples of Ajahn Chah, amd a guiding Elder of Wat Ubolmanee, Grimo, will be visiting us from the ...

We would like to invite everyone for Pha Pah during the kathina season at Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery. On Sunday, the 12nd of October,...

The new moon of August, which fell on Saturday, the 23rd of August 2025 , marks the halfway point of the vassa. This means there are about six weeks left until Pavāraṇā Day , the full moon of October, which concludes the rains-retreat. Even in monastic life, it is striking how quickly time seems to pass. Let’s now take a look at the recent events which took place at Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery. Recent events The World Tipitaka Foundation From 6th to 11th May, we were honoured

Dear friends of Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery, Our homepage previously stated: “We will send you a newsletter only once every four months.”...

Dear friends of the monastery, We are pleased to invite you to join us for our traditional “dugnad”, or work day, on Sunday 7 September,...

We warmly invite everyone to Skiptvet Buddhist Monastery on Sunday, the 13th of July , to celebrate Āsāḷha Pūjā, which marks the...

Ajahn Khemasiri from Dhammapala, Switzerland, will be visiting us from June 17th to 29th to lead the Summer Retreat, which runs from June...