| 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
Distorted views
which create feelings of fear
toward what is not actually threatening,
or indifference in the face
of that which is threatening,
can cause beings to descend into hell.
which create feelings of fear
toward what is not actually threatening,
or indifference in the face
of that which is threatening,
can cause beings to descend into hell.
Dhammapada Verse 317
Latest Events
August 2025
Evening Puja: 14 August 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 15 August 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 15 August 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 16 August 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 16 August 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 17 August 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 17 August 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 17 August 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection