6, 13, 20 Aug 2022 | 1000-1130
Palelai Buddhist Temple with Phra Goh Chun Kiang
The Palelai Buddhist Temple is not only a spiritual refuge for devotees but also a home to a handful of monks! Discover what life within the monastery looks like with Phra Goh, one of Singapore’s youngest monks ordained at 23 years old.
About the Programme
What you’ll do
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What you’ll do:
Seek refuge and clear your mind from the hustle and bustle of the city at the Palelai Buddhist Temple, nestled atop a small hill in Bedok! Guided by one of Singapore’s youngest monks, Phra Goh will be taking us ‘behind-the-scenes’, granting participants exclusive access into the monks’ living quarters to gain greater insight into life within the monastery!
Introduce yourself
Hello everyone, I am Phra Goh (Phra is not my name but a salutation for monks) from Wat Palelai. I was ordained in 2008 at the age of 23 in Malaysia after completing my National Service, making me one of Singapore’s youngest monks. Like many ordained monks, I live within the temple’s premises and rarely leave the temple apart from alms rounds and important functions.
To me, Home is…
a place where we can seek peace and calm in our hearts and minds.
What is your favourite thing about your home?
My favourite thing about living in the monastery is that it is a place where I can always find comfort and solace in the serenity. Being unable to leave the monastery unless absolutely necessary, I can always find time to calm my mind and focus on my spiritual growth.
About Palelai Buddhist Temple
Founded in 1962 by Phrakru Prakassa Dhammakun, the Palelai Buddhist Temple was originally housed at Poh Huat Road. It then moved to Jalan Nipah and subsequently to its present location at Bedok Walk. The temple in Bedok was completed and consecrated in May 1973. An additional wing, the Chedi Dhammasathit building, was consecrated more recently in February 2007. The temple practises Theravada Buddhism, also known as ‘the way of the elders’, a philosophy distinct from Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism.
Attire
- Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed.
- Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
What to bring
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Participants are encouraged to bring their own earphones (with a standard 3.5mm audio jack) as radio guides will be used for the tour.
- Asthmatic individuals are encouraged to bring their inhaler.
Parking availability
Programme Details
Date(s) and Time(s)
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
$10
$10
Meeting Point
Entrance of Palelai Buddhist Temple (49 Bedok Walk, Singapore 469145)
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Date and Time
Sat, 06 August
10:00 - 11:30
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10:00 - 11:30
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Ticket Price
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Meeting Point
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Instructions
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MEET THE HOST!
Meet your host
Introduce yourself
Hello everyone, I am Phra Goh (Phra is not my name but a salutation for monks) from Wat Palelai. I was ordained in 2008 at the age of 23 in Malaysia after completing my National Service, making me one of Singapore’s youngest monks. Like many ordained monks, I live within the temple’s premises and rarely leave the temple apart from alms rounds and important functions.
To me, Home is…
a place where we can seek peace and calm in our hearts and minds.
What is your favourite thing about your home?
My favourite thing about living in the monastery is that it is a place where I can always find comfort and solace in the serenity. Being unable to leave the monastery unless absolutely necessary, I can always find time to calm my mind and focus on my spiritual growth.
About Palelai Buddhist Temple
Founded in 1962 by Phrakru Prakassa Dhammakun, the Palelai Buddhist Temple was originally housed at Poh Huat Road. It then moved to Jalan Nipah and subsequently to its present location at Bedok Walk. The temple in Bedok was completed and consecrated in May 1973. An additional wing, the Chedi Dhammasathit building, was consecrated more recently in February 2007. The temple practises Theravada Buddhism, also known as ‘the way of the elders’, a philosophy distinct from Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism.
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More Details
Attire
- Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed.
- Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
What to bring
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Participants are encouraged to bring their own earphones (with a standard 3.5mm audio jack) as radio guides will be used for the tour.
- Asthmatic individuals are encouraged to bring their inhaler.
Parking availability
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