| 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
Knowing only a little about Dhamma
but wholeheartedly according with it,
transforming the passions
of greed, hatred and delusion,
releasing all attachments
to here and hereafter,
one will indeed experience for oneself
the benefits of walking the Way.
but wholeheartedly according with it,
transforming the passions
of greed, hatred and delusion,
releasing all attachments
to here and hereafter,
one will indeed experience for oneself
the benefits of walking the Way.
Dhammapada Verse 21
Latest Events
October 2025
Morning Puja: 5 October 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Silent Meditation: 5 October 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 5 October 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 7 October 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 8 October 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 8 October 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 8 October 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 9 October 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.