#430. From Evangelical Pastor to Buddhist Nun | Venerable Pannavati

Venerable Pannavati is a former evangelical pastor who has been ordained in three separate Buddhist traditions: Theravada, Chan, and Mahayana. She’s the co-founder and co-Abbot of Embracing-Simplicity Hermitage and Meditation Center; Co-Director of Heartwood Refuge and President of the Treasure Human Life Foundation. She teaches around the world, was a 2008 recipient of the Outstanding Buddhist Women’s Award, and currently serves as the Vice President of the US Chapter of the Global Buddhist Association.

This episode explores:

• Why many meditators try to jump over important preliminary steps.

• Why Buddhism isn’t necessarily fun or easy. 

• The utility and impact of making vows.
• What Venerable Venerable Pannavati calls healthy shame.

Where to find Venerable Pannavati online: 

Websites: 

• Venerable Pannavati
• Heartwood Refuge  
• Embracing-Simplicity Hermitage and Meditation Center
• Treasure Human Life Foundation

Social Media:

• Heartwood Refuge & Retreat Center - Home | Facebook
• Heartwood Refuge (@HeartwoodRefuge) / Twitter
• Heartwood Refuge Media - YouTube
• Heartwood Refuge (@heartwoodrefuge) • Instagram 
• Correct Cultivation Learning from Buddha Academy

Other Resources Mentioned:

• Majjhima Nikaya - Encyclopedia of Buddhism 
• Theravada | Buddhism | Britannica 
• What Is the Eightfold Path? - Lion's Roar 
• What Is Prajna? - Lion's Roar 
• Samsara Meaning: What's in a Word? - Tricycle: The Buddhist Review
• What Are the Eight Worldly Concerns? - Lion's Roar 
• What Are the Five Precepts? - Lion's Roar
• Ajahn Chah - Biography
• 31 planes of existence