~ Together Supporting Awakening ~
Aloka Vihara Forest Monastery is located in the Sierra Foothills of California and
offers a place where women can train as nuns and lay visitors
can practice and serve.
Our community is in silent Winter Retreat from
January 15 through April 15
The vihara is open for meal offerings ~ more info.
DHAMMA TALKS AND CHANTS
Listen to our Dhamma talks: audio & video & chanting
CURRENT MONASTERY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Learn more about our efforts to improve Aloka Vihara’s facilities ~ how you can support!
EQUITY & INCLUSION
Undoing Racism
Bhikkhu Analayo: Confronting Racism with Mindfulness
Gender Identity
ECO DHAMMA
We are the Earth’s Immune System Rising
Extinction Rebellion: Tell the Truth
Climate Emergency: Feedback Loops
Bhikkhu Analayo: Mindfully Facing Climate Change