Venerable Bulugahapitiye Nandabodhi Thero

Venerable Bulugahapitiye Nandabodhi Thero is a Buddhist monk residing at the Bristol Buddhist Vihāra in the United Kingdom. He is devoted to spreading the Dhamma with compassion, clarity, and a spirit of selfless service.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Colombo and has completed a two-year Master’s degree in Buddhist Philosophy. During his lay life, he was actively involved in volunteer service and social welfare projects, including educational support and community development initiatives. Combining academic knowledge with spiritual insight, he actively engages in teaching, meditation guidance, and Dhamma activities.

Ven. Nandabodhi Thero has published numerous research papers in international journals and presented at global conferences on topics such as mindfulness, human development, Buddhist ethics, and sustainable living. He also guides meditation, mentors novice monks, pirith chanting ceremonies, and teaches the Dhamma in both traditional and modern contexts.

Through his compassionate presence and unwavering dedication to the Buddha’s teachings, he continues to inspire others toward a peaceful, mindful, and virtuous life.