Most Ven. Dhammajiva Thera honoured in recognition of excellence in Buddhist Piriven Education

Venerable Uda Eriyagama Dhammajiva Maha Thera, distinguished founder of Sati Pasala & Universal Mindful Village and the Chief Incumbent of Nissarana Vanaya Meetirigala Forest Monastery, was felicitated and received prestigious recognition during the recent “National Piriven Day” hosted at Temple Trees, the Prime Minister’s Official residence.   

This significant honour acknowledged Venerable Dhammajiva Thera’s valued contributions towards improving and elevating Sri Lanka’s Piriven Education system. Dhammajiva Thera’s pioneering work integrated mindfulness practices into traditional Buddhist Piriven Education through the “Mindfulness Meditation and Leadership Training Programme for Attitudes and Values Development”—a programme that has greatly influenced both traditional and modern educational systems.   

The formal tribute was presented by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya during the ceremonial proceedings at Temple Trees, highlighting the national importance of Dhammajiva Thera’s Educational initiatives.   

Practitioners and those interested in mindfulness can now engage with Venerable Dhammajiva Thera’s teachings through weekly Dhamma sermons, newspaper articles, innovative mindfulness programmes designed for contemporary needs and social media updates offering practical guidance.   

All of these are constant powerful reminders that mindfulness is the best solution -the most practical and transformative path for navigating life’s challenges.