30 Best Monk Podcasts

1. Buddhism Guide

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This podcast is pragmatic, secular and makes complicated Buddhist principles easy to understand. Yeshe is a Buddhist Monk from England, and teaches Buddhism, meditation, mindfulness and mental well-being in various countries around the world. He offers teachings freely to all in a manner that is unpretentious and clear. He does not demand students to blindly accept what he says, but instead invites them to examine their own minds and experiences to discover the validity of Gautama Buddha's teachings. You can find his guided meditations at 'Buddhism Guide Meditations.'MORE Host Yeshe Rabgye
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2. The Zen Mountain Monastery Podcast

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The Mountains and Rivers Order (MRO) is a Western Zen Buddhist lineage established by the late John Daido Loori Roshi and dedicated to sharing the dharma as it has been passed down, generation to generation, since the time of Shakyamuni Buddha. Zen Mountain Monastery, the main house of the Mountains and Rivers Order, is one of the West's most respected Zen Buddhist monasteries and training centers. Nestled in New York's beautiful Catskill Mountains, the Monastery draws its strength from the ancient tradition of Buddhist monasticism...MORE Producer/Network Zen Mountain Monastery
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3. Clear Mountain Monastery Project

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Dharma talks from monastics at Clear Mountain, an aspiring Buddhist Forest monastery in the greater Seattle area. The Forest Tradition represents a return to the simple way of life taught by the Buddha. Monastics aspire to live as the early disciples did: dwelling in the forest, studying the teachings, and devoting themselves to meditation. To learn more, visit https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org.MORE Hosts Ajahn Kovilo, Ajahn Nisabho
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4. Duchovny Dom Monastery

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Duchovny Dom Byzantine Catholic Men's Monastic Community is nestled in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon above the Walla Walla Valley, between Walla Walla, Washington and Pendleton, Oregon.The monastic community is under the protection of the His Grace Bishop John Stephen Pazak , C.S.s.R. DD, the Bishop of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of the Protection of Mary, Phoenix, Arizona.Inspired by the Apostolic Community of the Acts of the Apostles, the biblical virtues of poverty, chastity, and obedience are lived in imitation of the traditional monastic rules of the East...MORE Host John Stephen Pazak
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5. Echoes from the Bell Tower

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Echoes from the Bell Tower...stories of wit and wisdom from Benedictine monks who live, work and pray in southern Indiana.
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6. St. Louis Abbey

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Words from a community of Benedictine monks in St. Louis, Missouri.
Host Gregory Mohrman
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7. Conferences of John Cassian

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In the Conferences, John Cassian shares profound insights from his dialogues with the revered elders of Scetis, a remote desert in Egypt. Written at the request of Pope Leo, this remarkable work explores the core principles of spiritual and ascetic life. Its wisdom transcends time, becoming a cherished classic in both the Western and Eastern monastic traditions, often read during mealtimes to inspire reflection and growth. - Summary by ancientchristianMORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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8. Sumedharama Buddhist Monastery Podcast

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Welcome to our podcast. Here you can find Dhamma talks, Chanting, Reflections and Meditation offered by senior Buddhist monks and nuns in the Theravada Forest Tradition of Ajahn Chah. The purpose Sumedharama monastery is to provide a simple and peaceful place of practice for monastics and whose shared intention is the realization of Nibbana, release from all suffering. The Monastery is located near the town of Ericeira in Portugal. You can learn more about our monastery and our Sangha at Sumedharama.ptMORE Producer/Network Sumedharama Sangha
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9. Words from the Desert

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A conversation between four Benedictine monks on the Desert Fathers, their lives, and their writings. The monks read through passages in the writings of the Desert Fathers and, drawing upon their experiences and learning in the monastery, discuss them in order to hand on the tradition of the wisdom of the Fathers.Whatever walk of life you find yourself in, this down-to-earth and simple wisdom is an ever-ancient and ever-new guide to well-being and holiness. Episodes are scheduled to come out about every other week!MORE Estimated listeners
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10. Shasta Abbey

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Teachings about Buddhist practice in the Serene Reflection Meditation (Soto Zen) tradition from the monks at Shasta Abbey Buddhist Monastery.Learn more at: shastaabbey.orgVideo recordings of talks are uploaded to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ShastaAbbeyDharmaTalksfind us on twitter: @shastaabbeyfacebook & instagramMORE Producer/Network Shasta Abbey
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11. Lausiac History

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Discover the captivating world of the Desert Fathers in Lausiac History (Historia Lausiaca), a remarkable chronicle penned by Palladius of Galatia between 419 and 420. Commissioned by Lausus, a chamberlain at the court of Byzantine Emperor Theodosius II, this work offers a profound insight into the spiritual journeys of early Christian monks who retreated to the Egyptian desert in search of solitude. While not every monk chronicled is canonized as a Saint, the influence of Origen resonates throughout the narratives, despite his teachings being deemed heretical in the 6th century...MORE Email ****@podcastlibrary.org
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12. Desert Fathers with Bishop Erik Varden

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Modern life is like a desert—a parched and barren expanse where the soul thirsts for the living water Jesus promised at the well. Amid the ceaseless distractions and allurements of materialism, God can seem absent. As the Desert Fathers of old fled the noise of the world to seek God in silence, we too have been been called into the desert. Guided by Bishop Erik Varden, this year-long series—beginning January 1, 2025—invites listeners to encounter the profound wisdom of the Desert Fathers. Drawing from their timeless Sayings, Bishop Varden illuminates the lives of figures like St...MORE Producer/Network Exodus 90
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13. Fountains Abbey; the story of a mediaeval monastery

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Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Fountains Abbey, one of Englands most celebrated medieval monasteries. Travel back to the twelfth century to uncover its origins and witness its journey through the turbulent times of the Reformation. Marvel at the stunning architecture of its various structures and gain a deeper understanding of the daily lives of the monks who once inhabited this extraordinary site. Join us for an enlightening exploration of a place where history and spirituality intertwine. Summary by Patrick Randall.MORE Email ****@podcastlibrary.org
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14. Rule of St. Benedict

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The Rule of Saint Benedict (Regula Benedicti) is a timeless guide crafted by St. Benedict of Nursia for monks living in community under the leadership of an abbot. Since the 7th century, it has also found a place among womens communities. Over its 1500-year history, this influential text has emerged as the cornerstone of monastic life in Western Christianity. The essence of St. Benedicts teachings can be captured in the motto of the Benedictine Confederation pax (peace) alongside the enduring principle of ora et labora (pray and work). (Introduction from Wikipedia)MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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15. Daily Rule of St Benedict for Monasteries

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Join us for a daily reading from the Rule of St Benedict. The complete Rule is read three times per year.
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16. The Chant of Le Barroux

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The monks of the Abbaye Sainte-Madeleine du Barroux stream their chanted Office each day. For those of us who do not live in European time zones, this project attempts to automatically record their hours and make them available for download. See http://barrouxchant.com for more details.MORE Producer/Network Abbaye Sainte-Madeleine du Barroux
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17. DownsideAbbey

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Centuries of Benedictine heritage in the heart of Somerset. Join us to hear the monks reading the Gospel and delivering Homilies each week. For more visit www.downsideabbey.co.uk
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18. Ramblings of a Monk

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Ramblings of a Monk - Podcasts on Dharma, Life and Stuffs by Ven Chuan Guan that may make you laugh, cry or get enlightened and be crazy happy! ^.^
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19. Seth Infinity Monk - Talks on Meditation

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Seth Monk spent a decade as a Buddhist monk, learning from the most revered Masters of our time including His Holiness XIV Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Ajahn Brahm. He traveled the world to deepen and refine his understanding of meditation and mindfulness, and a find a way to bridge it over to people living in the real world...MORE Host Seth Monk
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20. Holy Cross Monastery PrayerCast

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Welcome to the Holy Cross Monastery PrayerCast. This podcast brings together all the published audio prayer resources into one location. The individuals podcasts can be found at DAILY PRAYER WITH HOLY CROSS MONASTERY, DAILY HOURS OF THE ORTHODOX CHURCH: THE HOROLOGION, THE PSALTER WITH HOLY CROSS MONASTERY and DAILY PSALTER WITH HOLY CROSS MONASTERY. Holy Cross Monastery is an English-speaking Orthodox Christian monastic brotherhood within the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia, in the diocese of Eastern America and New York. Learn more about the monastery at holycross.org.MORE Email ****@yahoo.com
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21. Paradise, or Garden of the Holy Fathers (Book 4)

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Dive into the inspiring world of the Desert Fathers, early Christian hermits, ascetics, and monks who sought solitude in the Scetes desert of Egypt. Among them, St. Anthony the Great stands out as a pivotal figure, having retreated into the desert around 270 AD to become the father of desert monasticism. By the time of his passing in 356 AD, his profound example had attracted thousands of monks and nuns, drawn to the rigorous yet spiritually rewarding life of prayer, scripture meditation, and manual labor...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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22. Paradise, or Garden of the Holy Fathers (Book 1)

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Step into the world of the Desert Fathers, the pioneering Christian hermits, ascetics, and monks who sought solitude and divine connection in the Scetes desert of Egypt. Among them, St. Anthony the Great stands out as the father of desert monasticism, retreating to the wilderness in 270 AD and inspiring countless others with his commitment to a life of prayer, scripture meditation, and hard work...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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23. Paradise, or Garden of the Holy Fathers (Book 3)

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Dive into the inspiring world of the Desert Fathers, early Christian hermits and monks who sought solitude and spiritual growth in the Scetes desert of Egypt. Among them stands St. Anthony the Great, who abandoned the comforts of society in 270 AD to forge a path of faith and asceticism. By the time of his death in AD 356, his remarkable example had drawn countless men and women to embrace a life of prayer, meditation, and hard work under the harsh desert sun...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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24. Life of Anthony

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Embark on a journey through the life of Anthony (251-356CE), one of the pioneering figures of Christian desert monasticism in Egypt. At the tender age of 18, armed with a sermon about Jesus encouraging a young man to abandon his riches, Anthony renounced his inherited fortune. Promptly, he ventured into the barren desert to lead a life governed by poverty, chastity, and obedience. From battling demons to performing miracles, his life was one of extraordinary spiritual exploits. Anthony became a legend in his own right during his remarkably long lifetime...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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25. Life of St. Hilarion

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Embark on the extraordinary journey of St. Hilarion, a revered anchorite and the founder of Palestinian monasticism. Born in Gaza to pagan parents in 291 AD, he converted to Christianity after a successful education in rhetoric at Alexandria. Choosing to abandon the enticing worldly pleasures of his era including the theatre and the circus, St. Hilarion devoted his life to the church. Inspired by the lifestyle of St. Anthony the Great, he resolved to become a monk. His quest took him to Egypt and eventually back to Gaza...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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26. Life of St. Benedict

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Delve into the fascinating life of St. Benedict of Nursia, a pivotal figure in the sixth century who laid the foundation for Western monasticism. His most remarkable accomplishment, the Rule of St. Benedict, influenced countless monastic rules across the West. This intriguing podcast is based on one of the few ancient accounts of St. Benedicts life, found in Pope Gregory Is four-book series, Dialogues. Gregorys intimate account paints a spiritual portrait of a disciplined, gentle abbot, whose life and miracles were witnessed by his closest disciples...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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