About Dhammasāmi
Born 1965. Dhammasāmi is a British philosopher and monk.
Ashin Khammai Dhammasāmi (, , born 1964), also known as Oxford Sayadaw, is a prominent Burmese Theravada Buddhist monk. He founded Oxford Buddha Vihara in 2003, where he serves as the abbot. He also serves as the Buddhist chaplain to Oxford University, a member of the Oxford Council of Faith, a fellow of Oxford Centre for Buddhist Studies, and a world council member for Religions for Peace.
Early life and education Dhammasāmi was born in 1964 in Naungpan village, Lecha Township, Shan State, Burma (now Myanmar). He was ordained as a samanera at the age of six, and was ordained as a Buddhist monk at the age of 19.
Missions and works In 2014, He founded the Shan State Buddhist University, Taunggyi, Shan State, Myanmar.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Dhammasāmi?
Burmese Buddhist monk
When was Dhammasāmi born?
Dhammasāmi was born in 1965 in Burma, Shan State.
What is Dhammasāmi's occupation?
Dhammasāmi is a philosopher and monk.
What nationality is Dhammasāmi?
Dhammasāmi is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dhammasāmi. https://biography.guide/dhammasami/
MLA: "Dhammasāmi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dhammasami/.
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