WE TALKED TO A SRI LANKAN BUDDHIST! | A backpacking Adventure Through a Buddhist Monastery

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Ever wondered what lies beyond the bustling streets of Sri Lanka? Join us on an immersive backpacking journey as we explore the depths of Buddhist spirituality in a serene monastery. Curious to learn about Buddhist teachings and traditions? Let's embark on this enlightening adventure together! 🌟
🌊 What's in Store:
Discover the hidden tranquility of a Buddhist monastery nestled amidst Sri Lanka's stunning landscapes.
Engage in enlightening conversations with a knowledgeable monk and gain insights into Buddhist philosophy.
Experience the mesmerizing chantings and rituals that define monastery life.
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Safe travels, and we'll see you in our next video!
Natacha & Ricardo 🤙
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00:01- Intro
00:40 - Hiking to the monastery
02:13 - Monastery
05:25 - Chatting time

[@sujeevadealwis5513]

No, sir we do not pray to a tree. The bodhi tree is symbolic of Lord Buddha’s enlightenment. The tree gave shade to the bodhisatva (one who is aspiring for enlightenment) Just as the enlightened Buddha did, we express our gratitude for the same reason. Bodhi means enlightenment and is used symbolically to what every truly Buddhist individual aspires towards - Nirvana - a state of not being - without attachment, free from bondage, ending the cycle of births and deaths. We do not believe in a trans migratory soul. Nothing is an entity. All beings ( there are 32 planes of existence - not only the human realm) are an aggregate of material and mental processes that journey through samsara ( existence through continuous births and deaths) accumulating experiences that have the potential to give repercussions through thought. This is just a minute intro into Theravada Buddhism. It’s vast and infinite.

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thank you very much ❤️❤️❤️ this is information is precious

[@amilashirantha8004]

👌 ❤

[@nishanathawaidyathilake-dk2yf]

ඔයා ඉතින් වී කිය කියා හැමෝවෙනුවෙන්ම කතා කරන්න එපා එපා. ඔයා We කිය කිය ඔයා වෙනුවෙන් විතරක් කතා කරන්නකෝ. සුද්දට බොරු කියලා, ලෝකෙ මිනිස්සුන්ට ඉංග්‍රීසියෙන් බොරු කියලා ඔයාට පව් පිරෙනවා නේ. 🙏🙏🙏

[@sujeevadealwis5513]

@@nishanathawaidyathilake-dk2yf oyaanam bauddha dharmaya wediya danne ne wage. Kamak ne, thama thama nena pamanin denaganne kiyala thiyanawane. Bauddhayo gas gal walata vandana karanne nane. Honda swaminvahanse namakin bana ahannako. Puluwannam abhidharmayath igenaganna. Theruwan saranai oyata.

[@watch7105]

@@nishanathawaidyathilake-dk2yf mokada boruwa? oya budu dahama hindu ekka patawalagena

[@rambodiehardwarrior749]

Hi..I'm watching from Thailand. It's a really nice VDO and I enjoy watching it. I love the environment in Dri Lanka. The climate suits me the most. I feel very happy and always impressed staying there. So I consider Sri Lanka as my second home. 😊❤❤

[@skipper2594]

no matter what country they are china japan tibet sri lanka they buddhists live the life of AirBenders😅🥰really peaceful less attachments , surrounded by clean air and stunning views , chantings have power of positive vibrations which affect our mind

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

So true! This way of living is 😍😍😍

[@sandunsudusinghe5799]

Don't be suprised if your channel start to expand exponentially😊. You just now did something great which can not be explained in words😊

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

😱😱😱😱 we are deeply grateful for those words! We truly want to inspire people to travel and have the opportunity to know about all the cultures in the world ❤️

[@skipper2594]

they are not praying for trees ,that tree(bodhi tree) which is in almost every sri lankan temple is the same species that 2 600 years ago buddha sitting under before enlightenment . buddha pay his respect to that tree after enlightened bcz it gave him shade and protection ..so until today sri lankan buddhists also pay respect for that tree following buddha,its for follow the teaching of buddha to love the nature ,respect the nature, pay gratitude for things/people who helped you. fun fact ;- almost all bodhi trees in sri lankan temples right now is a branch of original bodhi tree which buddha sit under 2600 years ago in india let me explain , in 500 BCE (2500 years ago) sri lankan king brought a branch from original bodhi tree to lanka from india, months after the arrival of buddhism to the island. and from then every buddhist temple got branches of that to plant in their temples, then branches of branches to next temples, and branches of those to next temples, so almost every bodhi tree in sri lankan temples are decendents from original tree another fun fact :- the 1st branch of original bodhi tree brought to Lanka is still surviving on the sacred city of anuradhapura sri lanka , and its nominated as THE OLDEST HUMAN PLANTED TREE IN THE ENTIRE WORLD ,not just in sri lanka,oldest in entire world Thank You if you read this or Not🙂

[@natachaln]

Loved this explanation! Thank you so much

[@ailurophile2004]

5:28 The sky, the mountains, temple lights, the architecture.... woah this combination gives such a magical feeling

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

it is incredible, right??? Amazing 😀

[@juanolcese6441]

I just subscribed to your channel and the monk was correct. It would be interesting to show aspects of Sri Lankan culture, temples, foods, markets. Greetings from Argentina

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

It is really curious to understand this perspectives 😌 there is a lot of cultures around the world

[@dharanimadugoda]

Beautiful video ❤ we love this temple too. This virtuous monk was in a Buddhist monastery in UK few years ago and is loved and respected by many 🙏🏼 We visit this temple in Bandarawela, Sri Lanka every year 🪷

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

That is so great 😍🫶 we love this culture!

[@janakaperera1242]

Welcome to Sri Lanka ❤️🇱🇰 nice video

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thanks my friend

[@user-vz6ih4dx7u]

Mahamewnawa Buddhist Monasteries have spread all over the world with more than 100 of local branches and more than 30 overseas. Main Branch has situated in Polgahawela,Sri Lanka.Mahamewnawa Buddhist Monastery is the best monastery network to learn, study and meditate the Theravada Buddhism....You can also visit other branches specially Polgahawela,Matara and Malabe....

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

No way!!! Really?! 😱 that is incredible ❤️❤️❤️

[@amalrohitha5028]

❤️

[@dilant3258]

The Bodhi tree shaded Lord Buddha, enabling him to attain enlightenment (to understand this existence( the cyclic simulation I woud say) and find a path to escape it) and teach the way of enlightenment to everyone. One of the main purposes of revering the Bodhi tree is to show Buddhist gratitude for it. In that sense, the Bodhi tree symbolizes an inner understanding of reality (true intelligence). So ultimately, showing gratitude for the Bodhi tree also means respecting one's own inner intelligence. This is how I understood this!

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

incredible 💖 thank you very much for this feedback 😊

[@natachaln]

Whoaaa I didn't know this! Thank you so much

[@ManojJinadasa]

Your aim is so productive

[@sujeevadealwis5513]

Craving is threefold- this is to do with your consciousness - craving for existence, creature comforts (sensual experience through the six senses) and non-existence. It’s these cravings (desires) that keep you in existence to accumulate experiences for future lives. We are all beings of energy. The alarming thing is, you have the potential to be born in any of the 32 realms (according to your thought processes, especially the last thought at death coz this determines your next birth ) and some are not happy realms at all! That’s why you need to be mindful to have wholesome thoughts at all times. 🙂

[@SebastianMoody]

Great vid

[@Bernardo.L.]

Great videos guys, keep going!

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thanks brother ❤️ you are the best

[@ricardolopes292]

This one gave me a lot of goosebumps 🥹

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Amazing, right? 🤟

[@Bernardo.L.]

Shake your arms! It also works as invisibility trick!

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

@@Bernardo.L. there is only one person in the world who knows how to do that! It is a think impossible to master 🙂‍↕️

[@Bernardo.L.]

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[@kasunliyanage9416]

Love this video ..❤

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

thank you very much 💪

[@natachaln]

This video is my favourite so far 🎉❤

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

You need to wait for the next one 😱😱😱

[@test-bv1mr]

Beautiful❤

[@shaunratnayake5957]

This great episode and please follow this gentleman man Sri Lanka, he is doing something great.

[@nalin8182]

As you said devotees doesn't pray to a tree. Boo tree is a symbol.Lord Bhudha was meditating under the BOO Tree, It help to atain the Enlightenment,( buddhahood) Thats why as a gesture of goodwill and gratitude , Buddha himself respected every single person and objects,help him to find the true Parth to do away from life circle. Thats why you will find a boo tree in every temple. That's teach us the respect and gratitude. Buddhism isn't a religion, its a way of life , philosophy. Don't get mixed up with Sri Lankan culturer and traditions with Buddhism. Every country practice their faith with the traditions and cultures of their own land. Basic in Buddhism for a laymen To understand is just to get away from attachments. That will keep tou away from many misdeeds. Also keeping in mind Change is the only thing in this world is permanent but not any others. Buddhism is a deep philosophy. People need educated brains to understand and practice. Its not a religion, definitely not a blind faith. Its always goes with sience. There's no creator or destroyer s in Buddhism. Every single living soul is a creator plus destroyer. Our only deeds will give results what we deserve. Be mindful of things we do always .then troubles will keep away from all. Have a safe happy and mindful stay in Sri Lanka . Much ❤

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

This is really helpful! Thank you very much for the explanation 💖 we definitely have a lot to learn about this way of life 😊

[@Thilina.channel]

❤❤❤

[@skipper2594]

if you have time , visit nelligala international buddhist center, its beautiful

[@madusankadissanayaka8395]

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[@gabrielasampaio7551]

Mágico mesmo.❤❤❤

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Sem dúvida vo Gabi ❤️

[@SchwaCylena7]

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[@SebastianMoody]

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[@silentkiller421]

more videos on buddhism please sir

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

We will try my friend 👋

[@user-ow8ps5jc5u]

Be happy bro 💖💖💖

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thanks bro 🤌

[@ShaneGam-kz2kn]

Bodhi tree = it is a Banyan tree symbolism of Lord Buddha. We do not pray to this tree but we show our gratitude to teachings of the Buddha by worshipping it. It doesnt really mean we worship or pray to this tree. Its the eastern way of showing gratitude to the immense service or teachings of the Buddha, which leads to Nirvana. Story of the Bodhi tree is that Buddha attained Nirvana or Buddhahood under a Banyan tree (Bodhi tree). After attaining the Buddhahood, Buddha himself showed respect to mother nature by standing near the tree, memorising what he achieved as the Buddha (as this is the ultimatum). So, connecting yourself to nature under a tree and showing respect in different ways. Bodhi tree therefore plays a significant role in the Buddhist culture (not necessarily the core teachings of the Buddhism but the CULTURE) Btw, your videos are enlightening!

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thank you very much my friend ❤️❤️❤️ this is so precious! Thank you for the information 🙌

[@SaoSampaio]

Thank you for so much my love❤

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Eheheh mami ❤️

[@oshadiimalsha8547]

Oh are you their mom !😊...come to srilanka you also 🎉

[@susantharathnayake5075]

suffering arises from craving and attachment. We suffer because we desire things and become attached to them. This includes material possessions, relationships, and even our own identities. An example of suffering due to craving and attachment to material possessions can be seen in someone who constantly desires the latest gadgets, even when they already have functional devices. This craving for new possessions can lead to financial strain and a sense of dissatisfaction if the desired items are not obtained. To Consider a person who becomes overly attached to a romantic partner, expecting them to fulfill all their emotional needs. When this attachment becomes too strong, any perceived distance or disagreement in the relationship can cause immense suffering due to the fear of losing that person or not receiving the desired level of attention and affection.

[@natachaln]

This is the extra context I needed! Thank you so much

[@natachaln]

So what is the solution? We got the impression that we need to detach from everyone but what happens to family and loved ones? Keen to learn 😊

[@susantharathnayake5075]

@@natachaln the concept of detachment does not imply cutting off all relationships, including family and loved ones. Instead, detachment involves cultivating a mindset where one can appreciate and engage in relationships without being solely dependent on them for happiness and fulfillment. Here's how this principle can be applied to family and loved ones:

[@susantharathnayake5075]

@@natachaln Balancing Attachment:** It is essential to strike a balance in relationships with family and loved ones. While it's natural to feel love and care for them, excessive attachment can lead to suffering when expectations are not met. Detachment in this context means appreciating these relationships without clinging to them for one's sense of self-worth or happiness. 2. **Embracing Impermanence:** Buddhist teachings emphasize impermanence, highlighting that all relationships, including those with family and loved ones, are subject to change. Understanding and accepting this impermanence can help in reducing attachment and the associated suffering when circumstances evolve.

[@susantharathnayake5075]

@@natachaln 3 Practicing Compassion:** Detachment does not mean indifference or neglect towards family members. Instead, it involves cultivating compassion and understanding in relationships. By approaching interactions with empathy and kindness, individuals can foster healthy connections while detaching from unrealistic expectations and desires. 4. **Communication and Boundaries:** Setting clear communication and boundaries within family dynamics can aid in maintaining healthy relationships without becoming excessively attached. Open dialogue about needs, expectations, and personal boundaries can foster mutual respect and understanding, reducing the potential for attachment-related suffering..

[@oshadiimalsha8547]

​@NotYourAverageVLopes ..after kandy you can come here also 😊🙈..excited to see you in here 😊🙈

[@natachaln]

Where???

[@oshadiimalsha8547]

@@natachaln to down south area 👍🏻..excited to see you guys because you're new vloggers but my favourite 👍🏻

[@oshadiimalsha8547]

@@natachaln come to down south please

[@isabelantunes6511]

Que lindo ❤

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Obrigado tia becas ❤️

[@sriyanlanka4941]

I'm happy that you were made welcome to Sri Lanka, and you got the opportunity to talk to Buddhist Monk ! May I request you very kindly to arrange the same opportunity to foreigners back in your country to meet Priests ... Generally the Europeans are hostile to cameras operated by Asians !! 😮

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Really?! That is shame! We would love that you had the same opportunity 🙂‍↕️

[@natachaln]

Unfortunately it’s true, they don’t take well people coming with cameras and it’s unfortunate, but not just by Asians , I’ve seen them being hostile with everyone that approaches them to record

[@buntonvlogging-cg7lb]

I like your viedo ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thanks my friend

[@chathuraeranda]

❤🇱🇰

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

This country is beautiful 🫶🫶🫶

[@SebastianMoody]

Did you do a Sri Lankan levada?

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

kind of 😂

[@shaunratnayake5957]

What is the name of temple please ?

[@nav6545]

Mahamevnawa Buddhist monastery. (Kumbalwela branch). They have many branches in Sri Lanka and across the world.

[@shaunratnayake5957]

@@nav6545 many thanks, I live in the Uk and I think there used to be few as well.

[@chathudon4024]

Lord budha got enlightenment under boditree.that why they pray for that. Bcoz this bodi tree sy ol of buddhisam

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thank you very much for the information ❤️❤️❤️

[@oshadiimalsha8547]

Hello .❤I'm imasha from srilanka..i would like to invite both of you to here also please...there're some secret waterfalls and historical places ❤..i would like to show that places to you❤...and you can i cam show you the mirissa and gallefort ..🎉there will be some musical shows I would like to invite both of you to here please...i hope you'll accept my invitation 🥺🥰

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thank you very much! You are very kind! We are about to go to kandi 😊

[@oshadiimalsha8547]

@@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes after kandy you can come here also 😊🙈..excited to see you in here 😊🙈

[@SebastianMoody]

Whattt

[@_ayushmehta]

4:16 this buddhist monk also attached to the life he is already living . If we broke all temples then make them labours , they became crazy and feel the sufferings cause of their attachments to their monk life ..

[@sujeevadealwis5513]

Everybody is attached to life, immaterial of being a monk or lay person. When you are a being who has travelled from aeons - from a time even before this planet came into existence, that is not something that you can shed in a single lifetime. Lord Buddha showed us a path that would take you from being attached to the renunciation of worldly things to a state of non- attachment, and thereby you annihilate birth. It’s a vast Dharma, and a gradual process . Monks will speed up this process for themselves because they have already sacrificed a lay life and entered into the path. This does not mean that they have attained the necessary criteria yet, but they have more time to strive for it. Without engaging diligently in this course, nobody would realize anything but continue in the cycle of births and rebirths. So be respectful towards a person who is engaged in a wholesome act, while disseminating the Dharma for others to learn as well. We accumulate karma through thoughts, deeds and speech. Be careful of what you utter.

[@Feelings20042]

That monk is not living there for a long time every 6 months the changed their place 🙂

[@_ayushmehta]

@@Feelings20042 their places are their attachments... And their life is also a attachment to them.. If they have not these attachments they will get instant salvation..

[@user-ry2gr6xk7d]

Only 31 planes of excistant.not 32

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Thanks my friend 👍

[@CaneCorso-ws4rj]

Why don't you visit one of our mosque too. We are more intelligent and peaceful than these people. ❤

[@natachaln]

I thought only Muslims were allowed to enter mosques? We’ve been denied entrance and even passage by the footsteps ….. 😕

[@navindudimesha111]

😂

[@natachaln]

I thought only Muslims could enter mosques? We were denied entrance even to the premises of the mosque……

[@BestUSPresidentever]

😂

[@test-bv1mr]

Seriously 😂. Wait a minute, who is this guy.

[@editjoke]

You can love someone with out attachment.

[@Not_Your_Average_Vlopes]

Good perspective 😊

[@test-bv1mr]

The this is we have to aware about attachment. One day i have to abandoned all these things. Then, when we fase to that moment , without grief,sorrow tolerate it.

[@RavindraDasanayake88]

❤