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| 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
Who is it
that can truly see as they are
this earth, this body,
the hell realms and the heavenly realms?
Who can discern
the well-taught Path of Wisdom,
in the way the eye of a skilled florist
can select perfect blooms?
that can truly see as they are
this earth, this body,
the hell realms and the heavenly realms?
Who can discern
the well-taught Path of Wisdom,
in the way the eye of a skilled florist
can select perfect blooms?
Dhammapada Verse 45
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December 2026
Silent Meditation: 13 December 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoonSunday Evening Puja: 13 December 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 15 December 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 16 December 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 16 December 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 16 December 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 17 December 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 17 December 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.