Bodhi
Nyana
Rama

A Buddhist monastery set in a 60 hectare (150 acre) wooded valley near Wellington, New Zealand. Principally a residence for those wishing to participate or train in the monastic lifestyle it is the focus for a thriving Buddhist community of many cultures. The forested area with remote lodgings provides a suitable environment for seclusion. Senior monks offer instruction in meditation, Buddhist principles, retreats and provide traditional religious services.

Bodhi (enlightenment) Nyana (knowledge) Rama (garden) The Garden of Enlightened Knowing

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Verse from the Khuddaka

Whoever destroys life,
disregards truth,
is sexually irresponsible,
takes what is not rightfully theirs,
and heedlessly indulges in drugs,
destroys the very roots
of their own life.
Dhammapada Verse 246

Latest Events

June 2025

Evening Puja: 4 June 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 5 June 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 5 June 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 6 June 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 6 June 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 7 June 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 7 June 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 8 June 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
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