Current Resident Monks

Nationality: British
Ordained: 09.07.2025
Born: 1972

Of well-mannered, earnest, and courteous conduct; detail oriented in matters of DhammaVinaya, as well as in daily-life; reliable and conscientious; cares deeply about samaṇasaññā

Nationality: Australian
Ordained: 09.07.2025
Born: 1992

Values openness, friendship, and stability; broad experience in tools to tame the mind; upholds monastic standards and discipline

Nationality: Canadian
Ordained: 14.10.2025
Born: 1987

Loves being out in nature; has learned much from dealing with physical pain and discomfort, thereby giving rise to a natural sense of care and compassion also when others are in trouble; a great person for a friendly exchange about Dhamma and life

Nationality: British
Ordained: 04.11.2025
Born: 1980

Long time history as Goenka practitioner, as well as serving & managing Goenka meditation centres in various capacities; meanwhile, also explored additional aspects of the DhammaVinaya; enjoys living in the jungle and in simple environments; good organiser; rational thinker with a very soothing voice; calm and pleasant demeanor

Nationality: German
Ordained: 14.07.2026
Born: 1990

Values the life and lifestyle of a Samaṇa; strong dedication to seclusion and restraint in speech; is frequently seen spending many hours on the walking meditation path; knows his boundaries, and excels in humility, kindness, and softspokenness

Nationality: Australian
Ordained: 14.07.2026
Born: 1990

Openminded and analytical in his attitude to Dhamma and spiritual teachings; quick-witted; usually upbeat and in good spirits; balanced, and not easy to get angry

Nationality: American
Ordained: 14.07.2026
Born: 1997

Despite being young in age, displays maturity in thought, attitude, and spiritual matters; values the gradual training approach of the Buddha; quick learner; inclination towards in-depth studies of Dhamma, Pāli, and Buddhist history; calm in demeanour with an innate level of equanimity