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

You are not a monk or nun
because you depend
on others for food,
but by submitting yourself
wholeheartedly
to the training of body,
speech and mind.
Dhammapada Verse 266

Latest Events

February 2028

Evening Puja: 25 February 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 26 February 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 26 February 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 27 February 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 27 February 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 27 February 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 29 February 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.

March 2028

Morning Puja: 1 March 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
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