Phra Dhammawajirayanakosol, Vi. (Luang Ta Yuen Khantipalo) is a highly respected senior monk from Wat Khao Sala Atul Thanajaro in Surin, Thailand. He is widely known for his quick Dhamma attainment, selfless dedication to Buddhism, and tireless efforts regarding the Cambodian border conflict. He will be staying as our honored guest at Wat San Fran [...]
First Sunday of each month, we host the Good Kamma Lunchbox Fundraiser to raise support for the Temple and the Wat San Fran School. Stop by and fill your heart with good kamma as you fill your stomach with delectable Thai food and traditional desserts you won’t find elsewhere in San Francisco. Anumodana with everyone [...]
Sunday, October 4, 2026 (First Sunday of the month) The Buddha taught that those who do charity gain merit and wealth, and those who invite others to make merit gain many followers and influence. We invite everyone with a October birthday to join as communal sponsors for our Birthday Forest Robe Offering. Bring your friends [...]
Join us for the next observance on the following dates: October 16–18 You will formally receive the Eight Precepts when you arrive. You will participate in daily chantings, lunch offerings, hear sermons, and read Dhamma books. If you have any questions, the monks and nuns are happy to guide you in your search for answers. [...]
Please join us in celebrating the end of the 2026 vassa (rains retreat) at San Fran Dhammaram Temple on Monday, October 26. There will be an alms round in front of the temple at 10:45 a.m. in the “Tak Bat Devo” tradition. This will commemorate the day the Buddha returned to Earth after blessing his [...]
First Sunday of each month, we host the Good Kamma Lunchbox Fundraiser to raise support for the Temple and the Wat San Fran School. Stop by and fill your heart with good kamma as you fill your stomach with delectable Thai food and traditional desserts you won’t find elsewhere in San Francisco. Anumodana with everyone [...]
Sunday, November 1, 2026 (First Sunday of the month) The Buddha taught that those who do charity gain merit and wealth, and those who invite others to make merit gain many followers and influence. We invite everyone with a November birthday to join as communal sponsors for our Birthday Forest Robe Offering. Bring your friends [...]
Please join us in sponsoring and attending San Fran Dhammaram Temple’s 2026 Kathina fundraiser event at the Hall of Flowers (9th Ave & Lincoln Way) in Golden Gate Park. Schedule — Sunday, November 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. Alms round 10:30 a.m. Food offering 12:00 p.m. Sangha-dana offering 12:30 p.m. Kathina ceremony 2:30 p.m. Performance by [...]
In the early morning of November 11, 2008, Venerable Acariya Thoon Khippapañño passed away into final enlightenment (nibbana). On this 18th anniversary of our noble master’s passing, we reflect on his teachings, his legacy, and our work to carry out his mission. Acariya Thoon dedicated his life to spreading the Buddha’s teachings about the importance [...]
Join us for the next observance on the following dates: November 13–15 You will formally receive the Eight Precepts when you arrive. You will participate in daily chantings, lunch offerings, hear sermons, and read Dhamma books. If you have any questions, the monks and nuns are happy to guide you in your search for answers. [...]