Dhammakaya Boston Temple taught the basic meditation
On April 13, 2026, Most Venerable Phrapromdilok visited Wat Phra Dhammakaya for the 2nd Pali test, overseeing 544 monks and 143 laypeople who participated in the exams.
Wat Phra Dhammakaya collaborated with 170 branches of Morality Promotion Center across Thailand to organize the mass ordination project for 5,000 novices, called “Dhamma Training during Summer Break”. On 4 April 2026, at the Ordination Center of Wat Phra Dhammakaya in Pathum Thani province, the parents of ordinands and laypeople circumambulated Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya, were asked for forgiveness and offered novices’ robe and alms bowl. There were 365 ordinands at this ordination center.
On Wednesday March 4th, 2015, laypeople mediated together and participated in the Ceremony of Offering Sustenance to the Buddha at the same time as Wat Phra Dhammakaya in Pathum Thani Province, Thailand.
From no land to a large tract of land From fallow fields to a graceful Buddhist temple From 1 Bhikku to tens to hundreds to a thousand and increasing From 100 laypeople to 1,000, 10,000, 100,000 and 1 million in the future
On 12 April 2026, Thai monks held their first official pilgrimage in Mexico City, promoting peace and community unity through a 'Walk for Peace' event.
On 31 March 2024, the Thai community in Sydney gathered for an almsgiving ceremony led by Venerable Phrakhrusamu Sanitwong, promoting Buddhism and community unity. The event included a sermon and a meditation course for local attendees.
On 8 March 2026, Cape Town Meditation Centre celebrated the Phramongkolthepmuni statue, symbolizing Buddhism propagation in South Africa. The event showcased unity among diverse participants.
Magha Puja Day 2026 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya includes mass meditation, lunch offerings, and award presentations to honor Buddhist values and education, attended by thousands from various countries.
Join us in celebrating the 141st Birth Anniversary of Phramongkolthepmuni with a meaningful event at Wat Phra Dhammakaya, including meditation, robe offerings, and community participation under the Dhammayatra Project 2026.