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Malaysia - International Meditation Camp

2025 TWIM Meditation Retreat - 10 Days (Malaysia)

15th- 24th August, 2025

​​​General Retreat Information

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Experience 10 Days of Blissful Brahmavihara Meditation in Malaysia ​

Join us for a transformative experience where Samatha (calm abiding) and Vipassana (insight meditation) techniques are beautifully integrated.

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Dana (Donation)

The retreat is provided free of charge. However, we suggest a donation (danna) to help ensure future meditators can benefit from the teachings.

  • Suggested Minimum Donation: MYR 450.00 per person.

  • Donations above this amount will support students who may struggle financially, while helping you cultivate the virtue of generosity, which aids in developing the serene mind necessary for meditation.

Food

Enjoy simple and nutritious vegetarian meals provided throughout the retreat

Venue

BSF Retreat Centre 佛陀教育中心
Viriyachan International Center (Kuala Lumpur) 百丈山国际参禅中心 (吉隆坡)

Address:
P.T. 12622 Dusun Tekali, Kampung Sungai Tekali,
Jalan Sungai Tekali, 43100 Hulu Langat,
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

  • GPS: 3.142090, 101.877686

  • Waze: BSF Retreat Centre, Hulu Langat

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Dates

  • Duration: 15–24 August 2025 (10-day Stay-in Retreat)
    (Friday to the following Sunday)

  • Check-in: Time to be confirmed.

    • Eight Preceptors: Latest by 15 August (Friday) before 5:00 PM.

  • Check-out: 24 August (Sunday) after lunch at 2:00 PM.

Eligibility

We welcome both males and females lay yogis (upāsaka & upāsikā).

  • Eight Precepts: All participants are required to observe the Eight Precepts during the retreat.

  • Ten Precepts: Those wishing to Go-Forth for temporary ordination as Samanera (novice monk) or Samaneri (novice nun) must observe Ten Precepts.

Guidance

  • Preceptor & Abbott of the Monastery:
    Prof. Dr. Bhante Dhammapala Mt.

  • Meditation Teacher:
    Ven. Obhasa Theri (also known as Ven. Samadhi).

  • Language: English.

Daily Schedule

The program includes:

  • Morning Homage: Salutation to the Triple Gems.

  • Meditation Practices: Sitting, standing, and walking meditation.

  • Daily Interview with the Teacher.

  • Evening Dhamma Talk: Based on Sutta teachings relevant to the topic of the retreat.

Attire

Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that does not produce noise.

  • Required Dress Code:

    • White sleeved shirt.

    • White or dark long pants.

Additional Information

We look forward to welcoming you on this path of joy, serenity, and insight! May all beings be well and happy.​​​

A BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF VENERABLE OBHĀSA THERI   

Venerable Obhāsa is a Hong Kong born Bhikkhunī well trained in the Mahayana and the Theravada traditions.  

 Education related to Buddhism  

@   Buddhist Tai Kwong Yuen Primary School, Hong Kong (1962-1967)  

@   Yuan Kuang Buddhist College, Taiwan (2009-2011)  

@   Ching   Chueh   Buddhist   Shanga University (Taiwan  Affiliate of Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya         University,   Thailand) (2011-2013)  

@   University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka - Master of Buddhist and Pali Studies (2013-2015) 

@   The University of Hong Kong - Master of Buddhist Counselling Study (2020-2021)  

@    University of Cambridge - Introduction to Emotional and Social Embodied Cognition (2022)  

 

Higher Ordination Upasampadā 

·       Mahayana Upasampadā: Ling Quan Temple, Keelung City, Taiwan (2010)  

·       Theravada Upasampadā: Dekanduwala Bhikkhunī Training Centre, Horana, Sri Lanka (2015)  

·       Pabbajjā Master: Venerable Chang Huai  

·       Preceptor Master: Venerable Hsing Yun, Venerable Kirama Wimalajothi 

·       Dhammā Master: Venerable Vimalaramsi Thero  

 

Meditation Practices and Teaching 

·       Zen Meditation: Seung Sahn Zen Master (International Kwan Um School of Zen)  

·       Zen Meditation: In the tradition of the Línjì school (Taiwan)  

·       Vipassanā Meditation：Thailand and Taiwan (in the tradition of the Sayagyi U Ba Khin)  

·       Brahmavihārās Meditation (in the tradition of the Suttavada)  

·       Spiritual Advisor and Meditation Teacher of the START Meditation Charity Foundation of Hong Kong 

·       Venerable actively teaches Mindfulness and Brahmavihārās meditation (using the START*/TWIM method) in Malaysia, UK, US. and China via online classes and physical meditation retreats.

* START is the acronym for Serene Tranquil Awakening Relax Technique.

Dana Contribution​

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1.  For Dhamma Activity   - Lodging & Meals  

Lodging and two meals vegetarian food will be provided by the BSF Retreat Centre.  No fees or charges is imposed.  We welcome your Dana contribution for this Dhamma activity, help to defray the cost of this Meditation Retreat.  These include water, electricity, utilities.... etc. at the BSF Retreat Centre.
 

**Click here >> for Particulars Donation

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2.  For Sangha-teacher's travelling expenses, airfares.    
On the last day of the Retreat, there will be the Observant of six (6) Precepts, and Sharing Session with Ven. Obhasa after breakfast. The Retreatants can offer 'Ang Pow packet' onto a tray for the Teacher (Ven. Obhasa) as part of the contribution for the purchase of air-tickets.  

 

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