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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
Not insulting, not harming,
cultivating restraint
with respect for the training,
modesty in eating and contentment
with one's dwelling place,
devotion to mindful intent:
this is the Teaching of the Buddha.
cultivating restraint
with respect for the training,
modesty in eating and contentment
with one's dwelling place,
devotion to mindful intent:
this is the Teaching of the Buddha.
Dhammapada Verse 185
Latest Events
April 2028
Evening Puja: 29 April 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 30 April 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 30 April 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 30 April 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
May 2028
Evening Puja: 2 May 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 3 May 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 3 May 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 3 May 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.