
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
Even if one should spend
an entire year
making gestures of offering
for the sake of self-gain,
all this is not worth one quarter the value
of offering veneration to a noble being.
an entire year
making gestures of offering
for the sake of self-gain,
all this is not worth one quarter the value
of offering veneration to a noble being.
Dhammapada Verse 108

Latest Events
November 2029
Evening Puja: 9 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Morning Puja: 10 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 10 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 11 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 11 November 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 11 November 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 13 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 14 November 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.