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31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. Stay tuned for more updates on dedicated programmes for this occasion.
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On Sunday 27 September, the Nalanda community gathered at Nalanda Centre for a meaningful Samaggi Morning Service, bringing together Dhamma School students, youths, parents and adult devotees for meditation, pūjā offerings and chanting. In her Samaggi speech, Sis Nandinī Tan reflected on the importance of treasuring Nalanda’s 23-year legacy and the legacy of our late spiritual advisor, Ven. Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda (‘Warisan’), while looking ahead with vision (‘Wawasan’).
Read moreOn Saturday 26 September, laughter, warm smiles and the glow of lanterns filled NEO Centre, Happy Garden, as about 100 devotees gathered for a joyful Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration hosted by the Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch. The gathering brought together Nalanda Buddhist Society Exco members, Branch Committee members, Family Dhamma School (FDS) students, parents, facilitators and volunteers.
Read moreSince its opening in 2022, Wisdom Park has grown into a vibrant centre for Dhamma learning, youth development, leadership training, meditation retreats, and community exchanges. In just four years, over 7,000 participants have benefited from its facilities for learning, cultivation and service.
Read moreOn Saturday 26 September, the Green Warriors, led by Dr. Chen, served at Nalanda Centre and KSDC. They trimmed plants, replanted where needed, and cared for the surrounding grounds to keep the vicinity clean and well maintained.
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 –