Contact & Location for Dharmapala Institute
Programs & Ministries at Dharmapala Institute
About Dharmapala Institute
Dharmapala Institute is a Buddhist meditation and research center located in Milpitas, California, established in 1992 to serve the Bay Area community. The institute's mission is to help people of all ages discover peace and fulfillment through Buddhist meditation practices, philosophical teachings, and mindful living. Drawing on the wisdom of the Dhammapada and Buddhist tradition, the institute emphasizes self-discipline, understanding, and inner development as pathways to liberation. The community is supported by visiting monks and both monastic and lay practitioners who contribute to the institute's spiritual life and outreach. As a state-approved religious charitable organization, Dharmapala Institute welcomes people seeking to deepen their practice and explore Buddhist teachings in a supportive environment.
First-Time Visitor Info for Dharmapala Institute
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Typical Buddhist practice centers offer meditation sessions, dharma talks, and study of sacred texts, often led by visiting venerable monks. Visitor Tips: Call (408) 934-3985 or email temple@buddhistvihara.net to learn about upcoming meditation sessions, visiting monk schedules, and visitor orientation.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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