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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
But one who delights
in calming sensual thoughts,
who is alert
and cultivates awareness
of the loathsome
aspects of the body,
breaks through craving
and unbinds deluded habits.
in calming sensual thoughts,
who is alert
and cultivates awareness
of the loathsome
aspects of the body,
breaks through craving
and unbinds deluded habits.
Dhammapada Verse 350
Latest Events
July 2025
Evening Puja: 10 July 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 11 July 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 11 July 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Palmerston North: 11 July - 12 July 7:00 pm - 1:00 pm — Friday night 7pm Chanting, Meditation, Dhamma talk, Q&A. Saturday precepts, dana, blessings. Contact Kheng: khenghuat_lim@yahoo.com
Morning Puja: 12 July 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 12 July 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 13 July 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 13 July 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon