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    Welcome to Nalanda Buddhist Society's website. We hope you enjoy this virtual visit, and stay in touch with our regular updates.

  • Nalanda Centre Operating Hours

    You are welcome to visit us on Mondays to Saturdays, 10am – 5pm | Sundays, 8am – 1pm.

  • Thank you for supporting WACANA 2025

    We extend our deepest appreciation to the Buddhist community for an insightful and joyful programme.

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  • Special Production by Nalanda Dhamma School

    Produced in conjunction with Nalanda Dhamma School’s 20th anniversary, this short film explores Angulimala’s descent into darkness and eventual catharsis due to the Buddha’s intervention.

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  • Join us as a volunteer

    Whether 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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Regular Programmes at Nalanda

Sunday Services

  • Sunday Morning Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Youth Sunday Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Youth Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Monthly Sunday Service
    Selected Sundays, 10am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Dhamma Schools

  • Teenage Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Junior Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Family Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Family Dhamma School
    Saturdays, 2.30pm – 5.30pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Weekly Group Meditation

  • Group Meditation @ Serdang
    Wednesdays, 8.30pm – 10.00pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Group Meditation @ JB
    Wednesdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru
  • Group Meditation @ KL
    Thursdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Group Meditation @ SP
    Fridays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Sungai Petani

Pindacāra (Monks going on Alms-round)

  • Pindacāra @ SK
    1st Saturday, 8.30am
    Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan
  • Pindacāra @ OUG
    3rd Saturday, 8.30 am & 9.30 am
    O.U.G. & Happy Garden markets

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29 December 2025
Posted on 29 December 2025
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Dhamma School prepares for Appreciation & Honours Day

On Sunday 28 December, Nalanda Dhamma School students returned to Nalanda Centre to begin preparations for one of the most meaningful events of the year — the School Appreciation & Honours Day. Over the past few days, students from the Junior, Teenage and Family Dhamma School have been working closely with facilitators, coming together in a spirit of gratitude and teamwork.

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29 December 2025
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2026’s first Pindacāra at NEO Centre KL

As we look back at the past year with rejoice, let us also look forward to the new year which brings more opportunities to do and cultivate good.  Join us for the first Pindacāra (monks on alms-round) of the new year, on Saturday 3 January 2026 at Taman O.U.G. (8.30am) and Happy Garden (9.30am) morning markets. 

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28 December 2025
Posted on 28 December 2025
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A timeless path in a changing world

On Wednesday 24 December, Nalanda Centre was honoured to welcome Ven. Ajahn Kalyano for a Dhamma teaching reminding us that the challenges we face in today’s world, with conflict, uncertainty, and suffering which are not new.  They were present even in the Buddha’s time. Ajahn shared that while we may not be able to resolve the suffering of the world, the Buddha’s teachings show us where to begin: within our own hearts. 

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28 December 2025
Posted on 28 December 2025
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Register for Metta Bhāvanā learning sessions

In today’s fast-paced world, genuine warmth and kindness can feel scarce.  The Buddha’s teachings on Loving-kindness (Metta) offer a powerful way to transform our hearts and improve our relationships. This 12-week Metta Bhāvanā course includes step-by-step guidance including on foundational meditation techniques, emotional awareness, and to explore the profound teachings of the Karaniya Metta Sutta. 

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Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centres

NEO Centre, Kuala Lumpur

524, Jalan Riang 12,
Taman Gembira, 58200 Kuala Lumpur.

NEO Centre, Johor Bahru

30, Jalan Dedap 26, Taman Johor Jaya,
81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

NEO Centre, Sungai Petani

210, Jalan Bandar Mutiara 2/2,
Bandar Mutiara, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah.

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