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Read moreWe commemorate the 19th anniversary of the passing of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Adviser on 31 August 2025.
Read moreWe invite you and your loved ones to join us in observing ‘Sangha Day’ at Nalanda to honour the virtues and contributions of the monastic community.
Read moreWe invite all Buddhist leaders, teachers, thinkers and change-makers to explore how the timeless Dhamma can direct our efforts towards building communal well-being.
Read moreWhether you are studying or working, young or retired, if you believe in doing good and giving back to society, we warmly welcome you!
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Today, 16 September 2025, marks 62 years since the formation of ‘Malaysia’ – a federation of 13 states spanning the Malay Peninsula, Sarawak, and Sabah. As a multi-ethnic and multi-religious country, Malaysians have grown to be more resilient and progressive through the years and endured through challenging times.
Read moreMark your calendar for Nalanda’s Family Fun Fair in Johor Bahru, on Sunday 21 September. We joyfully invite you to participate in this wholesome event which features over 70 stalls offering a variety of home-cooked food, fresh produce, and household items. There will also be performances by talented groups and a special exhibition.
Read moreIn the past weeks, Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch members, devotees and volunteers have been working together to prepare for the upcoming Family Fun Fair on Sunday 21 September in Johor Jaya. This yearly fund-raiser brings out the spirit of unity and concord, as everyone contributes in their own way and at the same time strengthen team work in the community.
Read moreOn Tuesday 9 September, the ‘Young Working Adults’ group continued their learning from Datuk Charlie Chia about ‘Managing Expectations’ at Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Happy Garden. The youths reflected on different expectations we have in life which often leads to stress.
Read more“Better left undone is the misdeed, one which later brings remorse.
Better done is the good deed, one which having done brings joy.”
– The Buddha –
“Avoid all unwholesome deeds; cultivate goodness; purify one’s own mind
– this is the teaching of all Buddhas.”
– The Buddha –
“Life should be great rather than long.”
– Dr. B. R. Ambedkar –
“One who is honest, sincere, steadfast, compliant,
and well-concentrated, makes progress in the Dhamma.”
– The Buddha –
“One of good will, ever mindful, inwardly well-concentrated,
training to remove longing, is said to be heedful.”
– The Buddha –