Monthly Sil Programme
The monthly full moon day religious observances in held at the Vihara premises with the participation of devotees. It is conducted in Sinhala medium for now. However, it is possible to participate in the mindfulness session in the morning. The Sil programme starts at 8:30 PM and ends at 5:00 PM in the evening. A general programme schedule is as below.
Note: Currently the Sil Programme is not held at the Vihara.
Sil Programme:
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
|
08:30 AM – 09:00 AM |
Observance of eight precepts, Vandana and Buddha Pooja |
|
09:00 AM |
Refreshments |
|
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
Sil Programme (Mindfulness) |
|
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
Buddha Pooja |
|
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Dana for Monks and Upasaka/Upasikas |
|
01:00 PM – 02:45 PM |
Sil Programme (Dhamma Talk & Discussion) |
|
02:45 PM – 03:00 PM |
Tea and Break |
|
03:00 PM – 04:45 PM |
Sil Programme (Dhamma Talk & Discussion) |
|
05:00 PM |
End of Programme |
|
Month |
Poya |
Date |
|---|---|---|
| January | Duruthu | 14 Jan 2023 |
| February | Navam | 04 Feb 2023 |
| March | Medin | 11 Mar 2023 |
| April | Bak | 08 April 2023 |
| May | Vesak | 06 May 2023 |
| June | Poson | 10 June 2023 |
| July | Esala | 01 July 2023 |
| August | Nikini | 26 August 2023 |
| September | Binara | 23 September 2023 |
| October | Vap | 28 October 2023 |
| November | Ill | 25 November 2023 |
| December | Unduvap | 23 December 2023 |
Sil Programme is conducted to provide an opportunity for the devotees to enhance their spiritual life in an effective way. Throughout the day, devotees and other contributors would have the valuable opportunity to engage in 2 hours of mindfulness sessions and Dhamma talks delivered by senior monks.
Please inform us if you wish to participate in our upcoming sil programmes. You also have the opportunity to contribute on the day of the Sil Programme.
General Contributions:
- Provide refreshments for Monks and other (Sil) laypeople in the morning.
- Mid-Day meal (Dahawal Danaya) for Monks and other (Sil) laypeople.
- Support by helping us on the day (labour).
- Sponsor for a Pirikara or any offering items.
If you would like to contribute, please inform us.