Since 1986, Amaravati Buddhist Monastery offers Sunday talks during the traditional three-month rains retreat which runs from July until to the full moon of October. Please check www.amaravati.org for the schedule around this period of the year.
Great Gaddesden, UK
The Sunday Talks 2010 podcast is a treasure trove of wisdom and teachings that have had a profound impact on me. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to listen to these dhamma talks, as they have provided me with invaluable guidance on my spiritual journey. The fact that these recordings are available online is a testament to the dedication and generosity of the Thai Forest Tradition, who have made it possible for people like me to access this knowledge from anywhere in the world.
One of the best aspects of The Sunday Talks 2010 podcast is the depth and clarity of the teachings. Ajahn Amaro and Ajahn Sumedho are exceptional teachers who have a unique ability to make complex concepts accessible and relatable. Their talks are filled with profound insights, practical advice, and compelling anecdotes that bring the teachings to life. Whether you are new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner, you will find immense value in these teachings.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its consistency and variety. Each week, there is a new talk that covers different aspects of Buddhist philosophy, meditation techniques, mindfulness practices, and more. This ensures that there is always something fresh and relevant to explore, keeping listeners engaged and inspired on their spiritual path. Additionally, the humor and humility displayed by the teachers create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to connect with the teachings.
While it is difficult to find any major flaws in The Sunday Talks 2010 podcast, one minor drawback could be the occasional inconsistency in audio quality. Some episodes may have lower sound quality or background noise, which can be slightly distracting at times. However, this is a minor issue that does not detract significantly from the overall listening experience.
In conclusion, The Sunday Talks 2010 podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Buddhism or seeking wisdom and guidance on their spiritual path. The teachings offered by Ajahn Amaro and Ajahn Sumedho are profound, insightful, and accessible, making them suitable for practitioners of all levels. Despite minor audio quality inconsistencies, the depth and variety of the content make this podcast a must-listen for those interested in exploring the teachings of the Thai Forest Tradition.

Luang Por Amaro gave this Sunday Talk, along with a question-and-answer session, on 16 August 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post The Body Knows appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Ex gave this Dhamma talk on 13 August 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover; Don't Judge Others by Judging Yourself appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 11 August 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Fetters appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Amaro gave this Sunday Talk, along with a question-and-answer session, on 9 August 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Why “More” Means “Less” appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 6 August 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post No Form, No Fire, No Water, No Air—Just Pure Conscious Silence appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Amaro gave this Sunday Talk, along with a question-and-answer session, on 2 August 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post The Buddha Said No to War; Isn’t That Just Weakness? appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Amaro gave this Dhamma talk on 29 July 2026, Āsāḷhā Pūjā Day, at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post The Middle Way: Four Remedies to Cure the Pain of Dukkha appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 22 July 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Emptiness Is Not Oblivion—The Empty Mind Means Total Freedom appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Vajiro gave this Dhamma talk on 14 July 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post You’re What You Eat appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 7 July 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Continuous Reflection on “It's Like This” Brings Us to Pure Consciousness appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Ex gave this Dhamma talk on 29 June 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Honouring Those Worthy of Honour appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Kalyano gave this Dhamma talk on 22 June 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Reflections on Anatta appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 17 June 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Fond Memories appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 8 June 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Silence Is Relaxing, Allowing This Moment to Be Like This appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Amaro gave this Dhamma talk on 31 May 2026, on Vesak day, at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post To Eat or Not to Eat… Pineapple? appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Amaro gave this Dhamma talk on 24 May 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post The Night of Enlightenment, When the Outflows Ended appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 22 May 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post From Solitude to Community appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Jundee gave this Dhamma talk on 21 May 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Light-filled Life: Insights Into and Beyond Suffering appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Khemaka gave this Dhamma talk on 16 May 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Reflections From the Time in Sri Lanka appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 9 May 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post You Can’t Concentrate on Silence, but It Is Here and Now appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 7 May 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Not Identifying appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Amaro gave this Dhamma talk on 1 May 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Disintegrated Beauty: The Wise Ways of Seeing Formations appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 24 April 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Life Is Not About the Way Things Should Be, but the Way It Is appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

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Ajahn Nyanarato gave this Dhamma talk on 16 April 2026, at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Farewell: The Ending of a Chapter appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 10 April 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Your True Nature Is Love. You Don’t Need to Look for It appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Nyanarato gave this Dhamma talk on 3 March 2026, Magha Puja Day, at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post The Essentials of Life and Practice – Ovāda Pāṭimokkha appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Amaro gave this Dhamma talk on 4 April 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post A Break From the Role of Abbot: A Few Stories From a Sabbatical appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 26 March 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Samma Samādhi appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 24 March 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post The Silence Behind the Forms appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 14 March 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post All the Appalling News appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 11 March 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Restlessness appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 8 March 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Personal Issues and Emotional Hangups appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 28 February 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Not Wanting Things to Be the Way They Are appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 24 February 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Great Expectations appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma QA on 18 February 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post PTSD in Terms of Dhamma appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Asoko gave this Dhamma talk on 16 February 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Turning the Heart Back to Listen Within appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Nyanarato gave this Dhamma talk on 10 February 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post The Place of ‘No Price’, ‘No Sword Out’ appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Dhammanando gave this Dhamma talk on 2 February 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Look to This Day appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Pasanno gave this Dhamma talk on 1 November 2025 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. This teaching was offered to the Thai community at Amaravati; therefore, it is in Thai. The post The Benefits of Virtue ผู้ตั้งอยู่ในความประพฤติดี (Thai) appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 26 January 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post When You Know Your True Nature, There’s Nothing Left to Know appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ajahn Ruciro gave this Dhamma talk on 18 January 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post How Did I Become a Monk? A Difficult Yet Amusing Beginning appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.