Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu
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Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu | |
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| Born | Noah Greenspoon Ice Lake, Ontario, Canada |
| Religion | Theravada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation | Buddhist monk; meditation teacher |
Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu (born Noah Greenspoon) is a Canadian Theravada Buddhist monk and meditation teacher. He is noted for integrating digital media into traditional Buddhist instruction and for founding meditation groups in Canada.
Early life and ordination
Born Noah Greenspoon on Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Yuttadhammo graduated from Manitoulin Secondary School in 1997.[1] In 2001, he ordained as a Theravada monk under Venerable Ajaan Tong Sirimangalo at Sirimangalo Monastery in Chiang Mai, Thailand, training in the Mahasi Sayadaw tradition of Vipassana meditation and observing the Vinaya monastic code.[2]
Digital outreach
Since at least 2007, Yuttadhammo has leveraged online platforms to teach meditation. He maintains a YouTube channel with Dhamma talks, guided meditations, and an “Ask a Monk” Q&A series, amassing over a million views by 2011.[3] A 2013 feature highlighted his use of blogs, forums, and video series to engage a global audience.[4] In 2015, he announced plans for a Buddhist monastery in Hamilton, Ontario, in association with the McMaster Buddhism Association.[5]
In-person teaching and roles
Yuttadhammo has led workshops and retreats internationally. In May 2017 he returned to Manitoulin Secondary School to deliver a keynote on mindfulness.[1] From June 9–12, 2014, he led a two-day meditation workshop at Assumption College.[2] He serves as an ecumenical chaplain at Brock University, collaborating with Christian and Jewish colleagues to provide multi-faith spiritual care.[6]
Collaborations and recognition
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invited him to lead a virtual meditation session for its Loi Krathong festival in October 2020.[7] In February 2021, TAT’s New York office featured Ven. Yuttadhammo in a virtual Valentine’s Day self-care workshop, where he led a guided meditation for international participants.[8]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Erskine, Michael (2017-05-31). "The Buddhist monk formerly known as Noah Greenspoon visits MSS". The Manitoulin Expositor. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Buddhist Monk Visits Assumption College". The Augustinians of the Assumption. 2014-06-09. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ Tricycle (2011-11-17). "Buddha Buzz: Buddhism and the Internet, Friends or Foes?". Tricycle: The Buddhist Review. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ "Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu in Manitoba, on the web and on YouTube". Sumeru Books. 2013-05-22. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ "Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu launches McMaster Buddhism Association & Monastery". Sumeru Books. 2015-08-24. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ "Ecumenism at Brock University" (PDF). Niagara Anglican. Anglican Diocese of Niagara. June 2022. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ "Tourism Authority of Thailand hosts virtual meditation experience". TAT News. 2020-10-30. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
- ↑ "TAT New York Office to host virtual Valentine's self-care workshop". TAT Newsroom. 2021-02-05. Retrieved 2025-04-25.
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