At London Buddhist Vihara
The Vihara
The Vihara is open daily to all devotees and visitors from 9.00am to 9.00pm. Details regarding the Vihara’s activities are displayed on the notice boards in the main hall. A monk or a lay person will usually be present to give additional information and assistance to newcomers.
The Library
The Vihara Library is housed in the reception room. This library contains sets of the Buddhist Canon in English and Asian languages, ola-leaf manuscripts, bound sets of periodicals, books on Buddhism and related subjects-over 2600 items.
The library is open to students and friends of the London Buddhist Vihara. Please contact the Vihara to arrange access to the collection.
Bookstall
The bookstall has over 200 titles in paperbacks covering a wide range of Theravada Buddhism.
Publications include those from Buddhist Publications Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka, Buddhist Missionary Society, Kuala Lumpur, as well as books published in the UK.
Please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope (size C5, 23x16cm) for a book list.
Sunday Service
A Buddhist Service is held every Sunday (except during August) from 5.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
Service sheets are provided giving Pali stanzas with English translation. A short sermon, meditation, chanting and discussion period are part of the service.
Dana
Due to the keen interest in this devotional expression of generosity by lay Buddhists, those wishing a special date to offer food and other offerings are advised to enquire as early as possible.
Pastoral Care
Pastoral care includes Wedding Blessings and Funeral Service. Visits to the sick and needy at home or in hospital may be arranged. Facilities are available to schools, educational groups etc to visit the Vihara by prior arrangement.
Outside talks to schools and faith groups can be arranged.
Festivals
Buddhist festivals are celebrated at the Vihara. Details are displayed in Calendar of Events and on the notice boards. Details are circulated to all friends of the Vihara.