Raymond Rivas

I am Raymond Rivas, an American Monk dedicated to the practical application of the Dharma in modern life, focusing on mindfulness and engaged service.

Languages

English

Branch of religion

Theravāda

Monastic time

5 years

Monastery

Wat Yarnna

Raymond Rivas

3 months ago

They show us that peace is not something we wait for - it is something we become. It begins quietly inside us, in our thoughts, in our words, in the way we treat one another. Love is the only faith that needs no translation, the only belief that every soul can understand.

2 comments

Richard Kelly

May we hear and practice these affirmations!

3 months ago

4 blessings

Kerensa Lai

The greatest gift we can give these remarkable men is to learn from them and not let their sacrifice be wasted.

3 months ago

6 blessings

Raymond Rivas

4 months ago

Today on their 120-day, 2,300-mile Walk for Peace as they arrived just south of Richmond. The group will continue their journey tomorrow through the city, marking day 100 of the walk from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C to raise awareness of peace across America and the world. #walkforpeace

3 comments

Raymond Rivas

Blessing for each step.

4 months ago

4 blessings

Tsukiya Kozawa

Peace is not a word. It is action.

4 months ago

3 blessings

Michelle Herz

They have been given by people who have witnessed their walk.

4 months ago

6 blessings

Raymond Rivas

5 months ago

The Buddha taught us that peace comes from the mind. When we stay calm, kind, and mindful, life becomes lighter.

2 comments

Sara Martyn

Simple teachings that show how calm and kindness can ease our daily life.

4 months ago

3 blessings

Michelle Herz

🙏🙏

5 months ago

5 blessings

Raymond Rivas

Personal info

Religion

Introduction

Help Wat Yarnna Pay Off the Temple Building Debt