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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
I say, those who contain their anger
as a charioteer controls
a speeding chariot,
are fully in charge of their lives;
others are merely keeping
their hands on the reins.
as a charioteer controls
a speeding chariot,
are fully in charge of their lives;
others are merely keeping
their hands on the reins.
Dhammapada Verse 222
Latest Events
October 2028
Sunday Evening Puja: 29 October 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflectionEvening Puja: 31 October 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
November 2028
Morning Puja: 1 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Alms Round: 1 November 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 1 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 2 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 2 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 3 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.