Buddhist Monks Live Peacefully in Westford

November 5, 2005

Source: Lowell Sun

http://www.lowellsun.com/fastsearchresults/ci_3186042

On November 5, 2005 the Lowell Sun ran a feature article on the activities of the monks of the Wat Buddha Bhavana of Massachusetts in Westford. "The monks are using an existing ranch-style home on the 2.25-acre property they bought as a residence -- they eventually hope to give it a bit of an Asian redesign -- and have converted the free-standing garage for use as a temple. They also hope eventually to convert a horse barn on the property for use as a meditation hall. After rising early, engaging in chants and eating breakfast together, the monks have been spending much of their time since moving to town renovating the property -- and taking care of the string beans, tomatoes, chili peppers and herbs in their vegetable garden. They also involve themselves in community outreach activities, like teaching meditation to residents of the Devens Federal Penitentiary medical facility. About two days a week, they visit Southeast Asian neighborhoods in Lowell."