# BHĀVANĀ SOCIETY

- **Website:** <https://bhavanasociety.org>
- **Primary alias:** `bhavanasociety.org`
- **Employees:** 2+
- **Location:** High View, West Virginia, United States

## Description

BHĀVANĀ SOCIETY is a Theravada Buddhist Forest Monastery and meditation center located just a few hours away from Washington DC, Pittsburgh, and Baltimore. Established in 1982 by Ven. Dr. Henepola Gunaratana, also known as Bhante G, this retreat center offers a serene and peaceful environment for individuals to engage in meditation and spiritual practice. The Bhāvanā Society is dedicated to providing a place of refuge and contemplation, allowing visitors to deepen their understanding of the teachings of the Buddha. With a strong focus on mindfulness and self-reflection, the center offers various retreats and events to support individuals on their path to self-discovery and inner peace. In addition to retreats, the Bhāvanā Society also hosts Dhamma talks and Q&A sessions with Bhante G, providing valuable insights and guidance on the path of meditation and Buddhism. The center also organizes special events, such as the recent celebration of Ven. Dr. Henepola Gunaratana's service to the nation and Buddhism, which was honored with a special stamp issued by Sri Lanka. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, the Bhāvanā Society welcomes individuals from all walks of life to come and experience the transformative power of meditation and mindfulness.

## Industries

- 🎗 Faith and Beliefs _(under Community and Society)_
- 🎗 Community and Society

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCjUZp1wSbSNkxP7SspfCf5w)
- [pinterest](https://pinterest.com/@bhavanasociety)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/BhavanaSociety)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/bhavanasociety)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/bhavana-society)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/BhavanaSocietyWV)

## Logos & icons

- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idirjmGcYd/w/131/h/131/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1774772038757)
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## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sanguine Brown | #893434 | dark |
| White | #ffffff | light |
| Oyster Pink | #eed3d7 | accent |

## Fonts

- var(--tec-font-family-sans-serif) — asset _(custom)_
- Montserrat — asset _(google)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idirjmGcYd/w/1500/h/500/idA9PHXqYo.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1774772038936)

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