In a traditional monastic setting adapted to contemporary American culture, the Abbey strives to instill the Buddhist values of non-harming, mindfulness, compassion, inter-relatedness, respect for nature, and service to all sentient beings.

While preserving the meaning of the Buddha's teachings in a pure way, the Abbey is innovative in embracing gender equality and social service as key elements of community life.

• Sravasti Abbey provides conducive conditions for a strong Western monastic community to study and practice the Dharma.

• Sravasti Abbey trains monastics who can practice and teach the Dharma in a Western context.

• Living simply as the Buddha did, the monastics of Sravasti Abbey are an inspiration to society, showing that ethical discipline contributes to a more grounded society.

• Through actively developing their own qualities of loving-kindness, compassion, and wisdom, the Abbey residents are making Sravasti Abbey a beacon for peace in our chaotic world.

• Supporting a monastic community cultivates your seeds of kindness and generosity, enabling you to progress along the path to enlightenment.