| 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
Trapped in habits of craving
people panic
like rabbits caught in the snare.
Their reactions reinforce the pain
of their entrapment.
people panic
like rabbits caught in the snare.
Their reactions reinforce the pain
of their entrapment.
Dhammapada Verse 342
Latest Events
May 2027
Morning Puja: 30 May 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Silent Meditation: 30 May 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 30 May 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
June 2027
Evening Puja: 1 June 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 2 June 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 2 June 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 2 June 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 3 June 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.