Over the weekend, Nalandians and devotees in Johor Bahru came together for a time of bonding and Dhamma learning. On Saturday, 12 April members of Nalanda JB Branch had their first Members’ Day held at the NEO Centre in Taman Johor Jaya. Founder Bro. Tan was present to share on Buddhist culture, teachings and practice. Members had an interactive session and shared their reflections, in line with Nalanda’s 8 Core Values.
On Saturday 12 April, Nalanda Dharma School Facilitators explored the ‘Mangala Sutta’ – the discourse on 38 supreme blessings expounded by the Buddha. “To live at a suitable place; to cherish wife and children, to have a peaceful occupation, and to abstain from unwholesome states” are but a few blessings listed in this enlightening discourse.
Three fire engines with a large contingent of firemen and volunteer fire fighting teams were at the scene.
At approximately 10.20pm last night (14 April), Nalanda Centre received an emergency call reporting that thick black smoke was billowing from the roof of NEO Centre in Happy Garden. Nalanda officers who had just finished the Uposatha Day Evening Service rushed to the scene 13km away at Taman Gembira, Kuala Lumpur to investigate.
Today marks the 123rd birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar – the great Indian Statesman, Social Reformist and Buddhist leader. Nalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia pays tribute to the late Dr. Ambedkar for his seminal work to improve the lives of downtrodden millions in India, and in reintroducing and propagating Buddhism in its country of origin. Anumodantu.
“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
“Training in what is conducive to serenity of mind and always mindful, they call such a bhikkhu one constantly resolute.”
The Buddha
“Two conditions lead to the arising of Right Views – the utterance of another person, and careful attention.”
The Buddha
“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”
Maria Robinson
“Heedfulness leads to great good. Heedlessness leads to great harm.”
The Buddha
“Two kinds of persons are rare in this world – one who takes initiative in helping others; and one who is grateful and thankful.”
The Buddha
“Insignificant indeed is the increase in wealth; the best thing in which to increase is wisdom.”
The Buddha
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mdm. Neoh Siew Siew for contributing towards Nalanda's Education & Development Fund. 6 April.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mrs. Leong Peng Kei for contributing towards Nalanda's Education & Development Fund. 6 April.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Sis. Ooi Ling Ling & Family for contributing towards Nalanda's Education & Development Fund. 23 March.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mr. Koh Lai Huat & Family for contributing towards Nalanda Building Fund. 27 March.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mdm. Wong Yong Shien for contributing towards Nalanda Building Fund. 27 March.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mr. Steve Liu for contributing towards Nalanda Building Fund. 28 March.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mdm. Chooi Kum Ying for contributing towards Nalanda Building Fund. 30 March.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mdm. Yeow Hooi Huang for contributing towards Nalanda's Education & Development Fund. 16 March.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mr. Chan Chee Hong for contributing towards Nalanda's Education & Development Fund. 16 March.
We are grateful to the following sponsors, benefactors, and supporters:
Mr. Wong Tum Keong for contributing towards Nalanda's Education & Development Fund. 15 March.
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