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Clear Mountain Monastery Project

Clear Mountain Monastery
Buddhism
Meditation
Mindfulness
Dharma
Compassion
Dhamma
Theravada Buddhism
Dukkha
Suffering
Four Noble Truths
Clear Mountain Monastery
Generosity
Monastic Life
Theravāda Buddhism
Theravada
Thai Forest Tradition
Metta
Rebirth
Nibbana
Loving Kindness

Dharma talks from monastics at Clear Mountain, an aspiring Buddhist Forest monastery in the greater Seattle area. The Forest Tradition represents a return to the simple way of life taught by the Buddha. Monastics aspire to live as the early disciples did: dwelling in the forest, studying the teachings, and devoting themselves to meditation. To learn more, visit www.clearmountain.org.

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In this three-way talk, Ajahn Kovilo, Ajahn Nisabho, and Maechee Paññasiri speak about the Three Characteristics/Perceptions (tilakkhaṇa), or perceptions:

00:00:00 Introduction & Ajahn Kovilo on Dukkhatā - Pain/Suffering/Unsatisfactoriness

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In this session, Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho interview Paul Harrison, professor of religious studies at Stanford University (religiousstudies.stanford.edu/people/paul-harrison).

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00:01:23 Balancing academic scholarsh... more

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In this talk, Maechee Paññasiri, visiting from Thailand, speaks about the urgency and profundity of the path of practice, and how the mundane moments of life, such as washing a robe, can catalyze the deepest insights. By purifying our sila (virtue) a... more

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In this session, Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho speak with Ajahn Achalo, abbot and founder of Ānandagiri Monastery in Pechabun, Thailand (www.peacebeyondsuffering.org/)

00:00:00 Welcome and introduction of Ajahn Achalo

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Recent Guests

Terry Real
Family therapist and author known for Relational Life Therapy
Relational Life Institute
Episode: New & Ancient Rules of Relationship: Advice from a Therapist & Two Celibate Monks | Terry Real Q&A
Tan Ajahn Sukito
Theravada Buddhist monk in the Thai Forest Tradition, Abbot associated with Wat Phu Chong Gom
Wat Phu Chong Gom Forest Monastery; Ajahn Chah lineage
Episode: Weathered Maturity: A Jagged, Holistic Life At the Center of the Edge of the World | Ajahn Sukhito
Loch Kelly
Meditation teacher, psychotherapist, founder of Effortless Mindfulness Institute
Effortless Mindfulness Institute
Episode: (Almost) Effortless Mindfulness for Effortful Skeptics: A Savory Same-Taste Sandwich | Loch Kelly
Ajahn Brahmali
Buddhist monk and translator
Clear Mountain Monastery Project
Episode: Clash of the Titans of Translation: The Buddha Across Language, Tradition, Time, AI | Ajahn Brahmali
Randima Fernando
Dharma practitioner and tech ethics advocate
Center for Humane Technology
Episode: A Buddhist Response to Artificial Intelligence: A Nuanced Perspective | Randima Fernando Q&A
Luang Por Khemadhammo
Abbott and senior Western disciple of Ajahn Chah, founder of the Angulimala Prison Project
Clear Mountain Monastery / Angulimala Prison Project
Episode: Theatre~Forest~Prison: Wisdom from Aj. Chah’s Most Senior European Disciple | Luang Por Khemadhammo
Jay Garfield
Professor of Philosophy; Buddhist philosopher; author and editor
Smith College; Harvard Divinity School; Melbourne University; Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies
Episode: Tantra! Vajra! Guru! Aaaa! An Indo-Tibetan Primer - Every Syllable About Ethics | Jay Garfield Q&A
Ajahn Mahadam Prommasan
Monastic guest connected with the Clear Mountain Monastery project
Clear Mountain Monastery / Thai Forest Tradition
Episode: Sacrifice & Grace: Leg Lost & Pain Meditation Tested on a Cold Foreign Highway | Ajahn Mahā Dam
Bhante Paññākāra
Theravāda Buddhist Monk, proponent of walking for peace
Hương Đạo Vipassana Bhāvana Center (Fort Worth, TX)
Episode: Through Heaven, Hell, & Hecklers: Walking for Peace Through America in Crisis | Bhante Paññākāra Q&A

Hosts

Ajahn Kovilo
Senior monastic host affiliated with Clear Mountain Monastery Project; co-creator of mindfulness and community-focused Dharma talks.
Ajahn Nisabho
Monastic host providing teaching sessions and Q&A guidance; emphasizes Vinaya, meditation, and community education.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Wise guidance for sincere Dharma practitioners

    Buddha’s dharma is shared with wisdom, kindness and a nice dose of humor too. How lucky we are that these experienced monks are shining their light for us to follow. Thank you so much:)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kasmo8
    United States2 years ago
  • Beautiful logo and quality content

    A useful addition to the world of Buddhist podcasts. Here we get not only the voice of a sincere, ordained monastic (harder to come by percentage-wise than more common lay teachings) but also a younger, yet still mature voice. Thanks for this podcast channel. Keep the talks coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bhante I.
    United States5 years ago

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Quality content with a fresh, mature voice and authentic monastic perspective.
Beautiful production quality and a welcoming, thoughtful approach to Dharma.
Wise guidance for sincere Dharma practitioners with warmth and humor.

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Clash of the Titans of Translation: The Buddha Across Language, Tradition, Time, AI | Ajahn Brahmali
Q: What is your view on using AI for translation, especially given concerns about accuracy and soul of the text?
AI can be useful in limited, corrective roles but is not a replacement for human discernment; translations should be led by careful scholarship and mindfulness of accuracy, bias, and the spiritual implications of the language.
Clash of the Titans of Translation: The Buddha Across Language, Tradition, Time, AI | Ajahn Brahmali
Q: How do you approach translating Sankhāra across contexts?
He explains that Sankhāra should be translated contextually as will or volition in certain contexts while treating other usages as phenomena; multiple translations may be necessary to capture the range of meanings in different discourses.
Clash of the Titans of Translation: The Buddha Across Language, Tradition, Time, AI | Ajahn Brahmali
Q: What is your favorite or most resonant sutta and why?
Ajahn Brahmali cites the Chula Adipatud Gopama Sutta as a pinnacle for its concise beauty and its role in Sri Lankan Buddhist history, while also appreciating the Parinavaka for showing how different cultures engage with meaning, highlighting the value of breadth in interpretation.
A Heart-shaking Life of Extraordinary Genius: The Historical & Human Buddha | Ajahn Nisabho
Q: What is the practical difference between perceiving the Buddha as an inner resonance versus a historical figure?
The practice points toward aligning with the Dhamma in daily life now, recognizing the Buddha as an inspired, guiding presence rather than merely a distant person, while acknowledging that many traditions seek to articulate the ultimate in different ways.
FAQ/Q&A: How Clear? Which Mountain? Monastery What? | Ajahn Kovilo & Ajahn Nisabho
Q: I was wondering about possible camping options near the monastery and whether there are bus or shuttle options to get there.
There are nearby camping options at local parks and a shuttle that can bring visitors close to the monastery; some folks may arrange rides or even stay in nearby backyards or real estate arrangements as the community grows.

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What is Clear Mountain Monastery Project about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program features Dharma talks and discussions led by monastics and guest scholars connected to a Buddhist forest monastery movement near Seattle. Episodes cover practical meditation, ethical living, monastic governance, and the integration of practice with everyday life—often blending traditional teachings with contemporary psychology, education initiatives, and social engagement. Notable strengths include a steady focus on compassionate leadership, community harmony, and accessible explanations of complex concepts, making it appealing to practitioners, teachers, and those curious about forest monastic life. The format frequently combines didactic teaching with personal narratives, audience Q&A, and real-world applications of the Dharm... more

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2. Tan Ajahn Sukito
3. Loch Kelly
4. Ajahn Brahmali
5. Randima Fernando
6. Luang Por Khemadhammo
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8. Ajahn Mahadam Prommasan

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