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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
When those who are wise
dwell in contemplation
on the transient nature
of the body-mind,
and of all conditioned existence,
they experience joy and delight
seeing through
to the inherently secure.
dwell in contemplation
on the transient nature
of the body-mind,
and of all conditioned existence,
they experience joy and delight
seeing through
to the inherently secure.
Dhammapada Verse 374
Latest Events
November 2025
Morning Puja: 14 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Evening Puja: 14 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Palmerston North: 14 November - 15 November 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: 15 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 15 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 16 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 16 November 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 16 November 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection