A World Beyond Belief
Designing Religion for the Age of AI
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MAPLE pond in summer
Are you curious about MAPLE? Come spend some time with us at our serene campus in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Be supported by our contemplative container and immerse yourself in a community dedicated to serving all life. You can visit for a day, a week, or a few months.
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MAPLE residents at dharma talk
Train your body and mind in a strict monastic schedule that includes physical labor, intense meditation, and intellectual study. This elite training program is for those sincerely seeking to cultivate mental clarity and ethical behavior to bring wisdom and compassion to a world in crisis.
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Portrait of Zak Stein
“MAPLE is unique in the world in combining deep spiritual practices with profound awareness of existential risks, and holding these in a monastic container. Living in a monastic community has eased my mind and enlivened my spirits. It has been profound and inspiring to share time and space with others who deeply value meditation, hold a serious sense of religiosity, and who frame this in terms of a realistic and articulate view of just how precarious the planetary situation is.”
Zak Stein
Former Coworking Guest
Portrait of Venerable Sooseong
“Visiting the Monastic Academy in Vermont was a true privilege. Master Soryu Forall is a wonderful teacher, and their daily practice is remarkably disciplined. I was deeply impressed by the kindness and compassion shown by everyone I met, as well as their profound dedication to their practice. Their warm hospitality was truly appreciated.”
Venerable SooSeong
Buddhist Monk
Portrait of Chris Adams
“The unique approach of balancing awakening and responsibility prepared me for life in ways other institutions simply cannot. The program gave me the skills of a great employee such as dependability, respectful communication, and diligence.”
Chris Adams
Former Training Resident

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Upcoming Events

Vesak Celebration
May 31 , 2026

June Awakening Week
June 22 - June 29, 2026

Three-Month Initiatory Training Period
August 7 - November 7, 2026

August Awakening Week with Soryu Forall
August 21 - August 28, 2026

Vision Quest with Darren Silver
September 19 - September 27, 2026