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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
A master is one who has let go
of all craving and clinging to the world;
who has seen
the truth beyond forms,
yet is possessed of
a profound knowledge of words.
Such a great being can be said
to have finished the task.
of all craving and clinging to the world;
who has seen
the truth beyond forms,
yet is possessed of
a profound knowledge of words.
Such a great being can be said
to have finished the task.
Dhammapada Verse 352
Latest Events
August 2025
Morning Puja: 9 August 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Evening Puja: 9 August 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 10 August 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 10 August 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 10 August 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 12 August 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 13 August 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 13 August 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley