| 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
Let the wise guide beings
away from darkness,
give direction and advice.
They will be treasured by the virtuous
and dismissed by the foolish.
away from darkness,
give direction and advice.
They will be treasured by the virtuous
and dismissed by the foolish.
Dhammapada Verse 77
Latest Events
February 2027
Silent Meditation: 28 February 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoonSunday Evening Puja: 28 February 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
March 2027
Evening Puja: 2 March 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 3 March 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 3 March 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 3 March 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 4 March 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 4 March 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.