
Order of Buddhist Contemplatives
The Order of Buddhist Contemplatives (OBC) is a community of monastic and lay practitioners dedicated to practicing and teaching Buddhist meditation and ethics. They follow the teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing mindfulness, compassionate action, and spiritual growth. The OBC provides resources, retreats, and support for individuals seeking a contemplative lifestyle or deeper meditation practice, fostering a bridge between monastic discipline and lay engagement. Their goal is to cultivate inner peace and wisdom while making Buddhist contemplative practices accessible and relevant to modern practitioners in everyday life.