„Of all gifts, the gift of Dhamma is the highest.“ - Dhp. XXIV v. 354
Dāna is a Buddhist concept referring to generosity and giving without expecting anything in return. It is one of the main ways practitioners gain merit (puñña) and support the life and practice of monks and nuns.
Dāna includes not only material offerings—robes, food, medicine, and shelter—but also time, compassion, and loving-kindness extended to those in need. In a broader sense, dāna means giving from the heart, with an open mind, and contributing to the flourishing of Dhamma in the lives of others.
“For the one who gives merit is increased,
From restraint hatred is not accumulated.
The skilful one gives up what is bad,
Through the destruction of passion, hatred,
and delusion, he is emancipated.” - DN 16
The Four Monastic Essentials
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Robe (cīvara) – A bhikkhu or bhikkhunī may not keep more than three robes; offer robes only when they are needed.
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Food (piṇḍapāta) – Traditionally offered each morning during alms; monks and nuns may not store or provide food for themselves, so support from laypeople is essential.
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Medicine (ādiyāna) – Includes pharmaceuticals, vitamins, rehydration salts, natural medicine, and personal hygiene products.
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Shelter (senāsana) – Simple, quiet, and safe housing for monks and nuns. Bhikkhunī do not share living spaces with men.
Dāna at Ārāma Karuṇā Sevena
For safety and practical reasons, the ārāma is open only for scheduled visits. Please inform us in advance about the type of offering you wish to make, so we can provide details about required quantities and specific needs.
Contact: karuna.sevena.cz@gmail.com
Guidelines for Offering Dāna
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Offer Dāna with both hands as a sign of respect.
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If more than one bhikkhunī is present, offer first to the most senior.
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The ritual is performed without shoes; do not touch the bhikkhunī, and sit or kneel at an appropriate distance.
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Bhikkhunī do not request gifts; they rely entirely on the generosity of lay practitioners.
"Wise people who seek happiness give gifts after removing the stains of greed. They enter the Three Divine Realms, where they will long enjoy the company of devas." – AN.V.34
We sincerely thank you for your kind offering and support.
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Support of the venerable Bhikkhunī Visuddhi and activities of the Association Karuṇā Sevena:
Bank account for donations:
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Account number: 6855679001/5500
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Account holder: Karuṇā Sevena Association
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IBAN: CZ49 5500 0000 0068 5567 9001
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SWIFT: RZBCCZPP
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Address: Slezská 3, 796 01 Prostějov, Czech Republic
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Email: karuna.sevena.en@gmail.com
The funds are used to cover the basic monastic needs of the venerable bhikkhunī Visuddhi
such as robe, food, medicine and abode this also covers transportation, accommodation, air tickets, etc.) distribution of books,
the furnishing of the ārāma Karuṇā Sevena, insurance, utility bills, etc. Tax-deductible in the Czech Republic.
Please state the reason for the donation with the following note "For the Association Karuna Sevena."
Neither of the above is a public collection, and therefore we ask all donors to add their contact information to their gift, so that we can issue a donation agreement contract or a donation receipt. We thank all the donors.
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