Ajahn Brahm

Born in 1951 ajahnbrahm.org
  • Ajahn Brahmavamso Mahathera , known as Ajahn Brahm, was born Peter Betts in London in 1951.

  • He studied Theoretical Physics at Cambridge University before becoming a monk in Thailand under Ajahn Chah.

  • As a junior monk, he compiled an English guide to the Buddhist monastic code, which became influential in Western Theravadan monasteries.

  • Ajahn Brahm is renowned for his teachings on meditation and Buddhist philosophy, combining his scientific background with spiritual wisdom.

  • He is known for his accessible and often humorous approach to teaching, making complex Buddhist concepts understandable to a wide audience.

  • His work has significantly contributed to the spread of Buddhism in the West.

Books by Ajahn Brahm