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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
The Buddha's perfection is complete;
there is no more work to be done.
No measure is there for his wisdom;
no limits are there to be found.
In what way could he be distracted
from truth?
there is no more work to be done.
No measure is there for his wisdom;
no limits are there to be found.
In what way could he be distracted
from truth?
Dhammapada Verse 179
Latest Events
November 2026
Sunday Evening Puja: 8 November 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflectionEvening Puja: 10 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 11 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 11 November 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 11 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 12 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 12 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 13 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.