
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
There are those who are free
from all obstructions;
they do not worry about food,
their focus is
the signless state of liberation.
Like birds flying through the air,
trackless they move on their way.
from all obstructions;
they do not worry about food,
their focus is
the signless state of liberation.
Like birds flying through the air,
trackless they move on their way.
Dhammapada Verse 93

Latest Events
November 2029
Evening Puja: 30 November 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.December 2029
Morning Puja: 1 December 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.Evening Puja: 1 December 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 2 December 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 2 December 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm — Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 2 December 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
Evening Puja: 4 December 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 5 December 5:15 am - 6:30 am — The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.