Buddhist Priests and Contemplatives

It takes five to seven years to receive the necessary training and experience to become a Buddhist priest. No experience is needed to become a contemplative.

Successful priests and contemplatives are kind, thoughtful, and peaceful. They have a deep knowledge and understanding of The Three Treasures of Buddhism, Four Noble Truths, and the Noble Eightfold Path. Priests have strong communication and interpersonal skills and are dedicated to serving others. Many U.S.-based temples require priests to be proficient in English, have an understanding of basic business principles, and be able to use Microsoft Word and Excel.