Monks at study and rest

With the arrival of more young monks, the monastery and grounds begin to feel alive.

Above we see young monks reading and walking the balcony in prayer. They are busy all day: prayers at 5:30am, classes, chores, and closing prayers around 8:30!

Sounds of teaching fill the halls. Here, the young monks study the alphabet:

The sleeping quarters is spacious. Pictured below is one room which houses bunkbeds for 35 monks.

Sleeping quarters, red floor, bunk beds in foreground, lit by window in background

Thanks to your generous support, we are able to house and educate these youngsters at the Sakya Thegchen Phuntsok Ling in Jaigaon.