Asirvanam

About Asirvanam Benedictine Monastery

Asirvanam Benedictine Monastery is a monastic community rooted in the ancient Benedictine tradition, where monks seek God through a life of prayer, work, silence, and hospitality. Down through the centuries, Benedictine monks have witnessed—through humble and dedicated service—that God is glorified in every task entrusted to human hands, whether manual or intellectual. At Asirvanam, this spirit continues to guide daily life and mission.

Faithful to the Rule of St. Benedict, the monks of Asirvanam strive to live a balanced life of Ora et Labora—prayer and work—responding generously to the needs of the Church and society. Their way of life is marked by simplicity, discipline, self-effacement, and a deep commitment to seeking God in all things.

In keeping with the Benedictine tradition of hospitality, Asirvanam has warmly welcomed priests, religious, and lay faithful, as well as people of other faiths from across India. The monastery’s Retreat House offers a serene environment for reflection and renewal and is well equipped with a chapel, conference hall, dining hall, and 60 guest rooms, allowing visitors to experience the silence and solitude that characterize monastic life.