Our Story
About Us
Our Mission
Sri Siddhaththaramaya is a Theravada Buddhist temple located in the heart of Panadura, Sri Lanka. Established to serve the spiritual needs of the community, our temple stands as a centre of Dhamma education, meditation, and compassionate service.
We are guided by the Noble Eightfold Path and the teachings preserved in the Pali Canon. Our resident monks dedicate their lives to study, meditation, and serving all who walk through our gates — regardless of their background or tradition.
Dhamma Education
Providing authentic Buddhist teachings to all ages through classes, sermons, and guided study.
Meditation Practice
Guided Samatha and Vipassana meditation sessions open to the public on Poya days and weekends.
Community Service
Regular dana, hospital visits, and social welfare projects anchored in the spirit of Metta.
"Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life."— The Buddha
Resident Sangha
Our Monks
Our resident monks guide the community with wisdom, compassion, and dedicated practice of the Vinaya.
Most Venerable Thero
Chief Incumbent
Chief incumbent and spiritual head of the temple, guiding the Sangha and lay community with decades of dedicated practice.
Venerable Thero
Dhamma Teacher
Leads Dhamma classes, Sunday school programs, and Poya day sermons with clarity and warmth.
Venerable Thero
Meditation Teacher
Guides meditation retreats and individual practice, specialising in Vipassana and Metta Bhavana.
Our Core Values
What We Stand For
Sila
Ethical conduct as the foundation of the path
Samadhi
Concentration and mental cultivation through meditation
Panna
Wisdom that liberates the mind from suffering
Metta
Loving-kindness extended to all living beings