| 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
Those who are envious,
stingy and manipulative
remain unappealing despite
good looks and eloquent speech.
But those who have freed themselves
from their faults
and arrived at wisdom
are attractive indeed.
stingy and manipulative
remain unappealing despite
good looks and eloquent speech.
But those who have freed themselves
from their faults
and arrived at wisdom
are attractive indeed.
Dhammapada Verse 263
Latest Events
September 2027
Morning Puja: 17 September 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Evening Puja: 17 September 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 18 September 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 18 September 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 19 September 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 19 September 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 19 September 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 21 September 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.