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

Flamboyant outer appearance
does not in itself constitute
an obstruction to freedom.
Having a heart at peace,
pure, contained, awake and blameless,
distinguishes a renunciate,
a Wayfarer, a noble being.
Dhammapada Verse 142

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April 2026

Evening Puja: 9 April 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 10 April 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 10 April 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 11 April 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Evening Puja: 11 April 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Morning Puja: 12 April 5:15 am - 6:30 am The community meets for chanting and meditation in the main hall.
Silent Meditation: 12 April 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Group meditation every Sunday afternoon
Sunday Evening Puja: 12 April 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chanting, meditation and Dhamma reflection
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