EveryG Posted September 30, 2023 Share Posted September 30, 2023 (edited) Has anyone heard about meditation centers or monasteries within Bangkok that will allow lay people to stay on a long-term basis? I'm aware that I could ordain and stay at many temples, but that's not really what I am looking for. I am a committed meditator, but not looking to go full monastic. Any thoughts? Edited September 30, 2023 by EveryG 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MrJ2U Posted September 30, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted September 30, 2023 Couldn't you just meditate at a nice resort on the beach? .... Or are you just looking for free accomodation. 4 2 3 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1FinickyOne Posted September 30, 2023 Share Posted September 30, 2023 Have you thought of a forest temple. There are some I used to hang out at - the monks invited me to stay but my home was nearby and. more comfortable... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJ2U Posted September 30, 2023 Share Posted September 30, 2023 42 minutes ago, 1FinickyOne said: Have you thought of a forest temple. There are some I used to hang out at - the monks invited me to stay but my home was nearby and. more comfortable... Probably have a proper toilet and flat screen tv, can't blame you. Nice of him to offer though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted September 30, 2023 Share Posted September 30, 2023 1 hour ago, EveryG said: Has anyone heard about meditation centers or monasteries within Bangkok that will allow lay people to stay on a long-term basis? I'm aware that I could ordain and stay at many temples, but that's not really what I am looking for. I am a committed meditator, but not looking to go full monastic. Any thoughts? Basically - No. You may find temples that will allow you to stay - IF - your intention is to eventually ordain. But laity don't normally live at temples with the exception of retreats, and although retreats may be long, they are usually finite, as in a maximum of one month. However - outside of Thailand in Myanmar you may find better luck with long-term stays. Pak Auk Forest Monastery c/- Major U Khan Sain (Rtd) 653 Lower Main Road Mawlamyine, Mon State, Myanmar Tel: 032 22132 Web site: www.paauk.org Teacher: Ven. Pa Auk Sayadaw 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fondue zoo Posted September 30, 2023 Share Posted September 30, 2023 I already do. My body is a temple. Truth be told if my body needed a locale description it would be more along the lines of "You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. We must be cautious" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EveryG Posted October 1, 2023 Author Share Posted October 1, 2023 10 hours ago, 1FinickyOne said: Have you thought of a forest temple. There are some I used to hang out at - the monks invited me to stay but my home was nearby and. more comfortable... Yes, I have stayed at a few but time to get back to work. I was hoping for something in the city. 9 hours ago, connda said: Basically - No. You may find temples that will allow you to stay - IF - your intention is to eventually ordain. But laity don't normally live at temples with the exception of retreats, and although retreats may be long, they are usually finite, as in a maximum of one month. However - outside of Thailand in Myanmar you may find better luck with long-term stays. Pak Auk Forest Monastery c/- Major U Khan Sain (Rtd) 653 Lower Main Road Mawlamyine, Mon State, Myanmar Tel: 032 22132 Web site: www.paauk.org Teacher: Ven. Pa Auk Sayadaw I thought that was perhaps the case The forest monasteries seem open to letting people stay as long as they want as long as they're being helpful Unfortunately I won't be able to make the daily commute to BKK from Myanmar ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post connda Posted October 1, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 1, 2023 2 hours ago, EveryG said: Yes, I have stayed at a few but time to get back to work. I was hoping for something in the city. I thought that was perhaps the case The forest monasteries seem open to letting people stay as long as they want as long as they're being helpful Unfortunately I won't be able to make the daily commute to BKK from Myanmar ???? If you are living at a temple, then there is no reason to "commute" anywhere. If you want to hang out at a temple during the day and drive home at night - you can do that at virtually any temple in Thailand. You don't strike me as being serious. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignok Posted October 1, 2023 Share Posted October 1, 2023 Plenty around for donation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LosLobo Posted October 1, 2023 Share Posted October 1, 2023 Maybe approach the local wats that offer accommodation. Though I would suggest most of them prefer full-time commitment perhaps some might be willing to negotiate your circumstances. Meditation Retreats in Thailand (jhana8.com) 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EveryG Posted October 1, 2023 Author Share Posted October 1, 2023 (edited) 4 hours ago, connda said: You don't strike me as being serious. I don't care what you think. At all. Nothing I said justifies you leaping to that conclusion. Edited October 1, 2023 by EveryG 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EveryG Posted October 1, 2023 Author Share Posted October 1, 2023 2 hours ago, LosLobo said: Maybe approach the local wats that offer accommodation. Though I would suggest most of them prefer full-time commitment perhaps some might be willing to negotiate your circumstances. Meditation Retreats in Thailand (jhana8.com) Thank you, the link is a good springboard to ask from. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted October 1, 2023 Share Posted October 1, 2023 11 hours ago, fondue zoo said: My body is a temple. a thai girl told me this too ...but she said farang have to pay admission fee....... hey-yo! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamypoko Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 Welcome | (watmahathat.com) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbbbooboo Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 Hmmmm… body is a temple. Some people live in a horrendous one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soalbundy Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 Are you on overstay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven100 Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 Are you hiding from someone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignok Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 13 minutes ago, steven100 said: Are you hiding from someone? Steven Seagul 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimTripper Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 (edited) why should you be there full time if you're not meditating full time? Edited October 2, 2023 by JimTripper 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khaowong1 Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 I believe there is one on the East bank of the river, I'll do some digging for you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geisha Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 On 9/30/2023 at 4:18 PM, EveryG said: Has anyone heard about meditation centers or monasteries within Bangkok that will allow lay people to stay on a long-term basis? I'm aware that I could ordain and stay at many temples, but that's not really what I am looking for. I am a committed meditator, but not looking to go full monastic. Any thoughts? I think you are better off finding a meditation retreat . Lay people don’t « live » In monasteries. They take part in the daily routines , food, dormitories for sleeping …often full, lessons, and mostly in Thai language. They are not Hotels . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BusyB Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 On 10/2/2023 at 8:02 AM, bbbbooboo said: Hmmmm… body is a temple. Some people live in a horrendous one? Dilapidated and neglected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BusyB Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 mmmhh ... ???? I wonder if there's a market for monastery themed hotels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignok Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 1 minute ago, BusyB said: mmmhh ... ???? I wonder if there's a market for monastery themed hotels. Would be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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