This conversation is a true gift for me to share. I have been learning, growing and evolving my own
Spiritual practice through the teachings of my guest, the Venerable Dr. Bhante Saranapala, for
almost 10 years.
In this enlightening episode, we welcome Reverend Dr. Bhante Saranapala, known as the “Urban
Buddhist Monk.” Renowned for his modern approach to Buddhism, Dr. Saranapala has captivated
audiences across North America and Europe with his teachings on meditation, mindfulness, and
the universal values of love, compassion, and wisdom.
I believe that Bhante’s messages, and enlightened perspectives in this episode are exactly what is
needed for all of us, during these times of great unknown.
His genuine and warm energy aMected me more while chatting with him, than I expected. I hope you
feel the same!
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About Venerable Dr. Bhante Saranapala
Known as the “Urban Buddhist Monk”, an appropriate nomenclature for a Buddhist Monk for
modern times, Reverend Dr. Bhante Saranapala has earned an enviable reputation as a global
public speaker and a meditation master par excellence.
Born in Chittagong, Bangladesh, Dr. Bhante Saranapala, after receiving both his monastic and
secular education in Sri Lanka, made his way to Canada to further his studies (Masters and
Doctoral studies at the University of Toronto and McMaster University) and soon addressed his
mind to the noble task of spreading in the West his own tested approach to Mindfulness and Insight
Meditation.
Settling down in the City of Mississauga-Toronto West, he has been a monk in residence at the
monastic fraternity of the West End Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre for the past 30 years. In
September 2019, Venerable Dr. Bhante Saranapala was appointed as the World Civility
Ambassador by the iChange Nations for his extraordinary kindfulness works around the World.
Currently, Dr. Bhante serves Toronto Police Service as the Buddhist Chaplain.
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