WAT TUNGSAMMAKEEDHAMM MEDITATION CENTER

• ADDRESS Nong Pak Naag, Sam Chuk, Suphanburi 72130, THAILAND
• E-MAIL v_varalak@hotmail.com or v_varalak@hotmail.com
• LOCATION Surrounded by rice fields, the monastery is situated in a quiet area about 130 km from Bangkok. Wat "Tung", as locals call it, can be reached by bus from the Northern or Southern Bus Terminal. Take an air-conditioned bus to Tachang and get off in Sam Chuk (20 km before Tachang).
• TEACHER Acharn Sangwahn, the abbot, is 85 years old and an excellent meditation master. He speaks Thai; English and German translators are always present.
• MEDITATION All meditation practices mentioned in the Buddhist scriptures are taught, depending on the character and experience of the student.
• FOOD One meal per day with a rich variety of Thai dishes (buffet style). The meditator may choose freely.

About 30 monks, 5 novices, 10 male lay practitioners, 100 nuns and female lay practitioners live at Wat Tung. There are also 3 Western monks and 2 Western nuns living in the temple for many years.

EVERYTHING IS FREE – DONATIONS TO SUPPORT RUNNING COSTS ARE WELCOME!

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?

The willingness to practice and comfortable white clothing (also available in the temple shop). As this is a monastery, please avoid shorts, miniskirts, sleeveless or similar clothing.

Meditators should observe the following 8 precepts:

1. Do not kill or harm.
2. Do not take what is not given.
3. No sexual activity.
4. Do not lie or speak harshly.
5. No alcohol or drugs.
6. No eating after 12:00 noon (fruit juice or sour milk allowed).
7. No entertainment. No jewelry, makeup or perfume.
8. Do not sleep on high or luxurious beds.

Following these rules helps develop concentration quickly. Exceptions may be made for health reasons.