
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
I say, those who contain their anger
as a charioteer controls
a speeding chariot,
are fully in charge of their lives;
others are merely keeping
their hands on the reins.
as a charioteer controls
a speeding chariot,
are fully in charge of their lives;
others are merely keeping
their hands on the reins.
Dhammapada Verse 222

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March 2026
Silent Meditation: 22 March 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoonSunday Evening Puja: 22 March 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 24 March 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 25 March 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 25 March 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 25 March 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 26 March 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 26 March 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.