| 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
Beware of the attachment
that springs from fondness,
for separation from those
one holds dear is painful,
while if you take sides
neither for nor against fondness,
there will be no bondage.
that springs from fondness,
for separation from those
one holds dear is painful,
while if you take sides
neither for nor against fondness,
there will be no bondage.
Dhammapada Verse 211
Latest Events
January 2026
Morning Puja: 23 January 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Evening Puja: 23 January 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 24 January 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 24 January 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 25 January 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 25 January 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 25 January 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 27 January 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.