
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
If anything is to be done,
do it well,
with energy and devotion;
the renunciate life led heedlessly
just stirs up the dust.
do it well,
with energy and devotion;
the renunciate life led heedlessly
just stirs up the dust.
Dhammapada Verse 313

Latest Events
November 2029
Evening Puja: 27 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 28 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Alms Round: 28 November 8:15 am - 9:15 am — Alms Round in Stokes Valley
Evening Puja: 28 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 29 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 29 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 30 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 30 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.