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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.
Do you know that a pint of blood saves up to 3 lives? Donating blood is safe, painless, simple, and one of the most wholesome deeds one can do.
Read moreProduced 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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On 11–12 April, Nalanda hosted a two-day Dhamma Workshop led by Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano, attended by more than 120 participants. With the theme “When Knowing Sets You Free,” the workshop guided participants in discovering how understanding the essence of truth leads to inner transformation and liberation.
Read moreSince November 2025, the Nalanda community has been preparing for a 'Dhamma through Drama' production, “The Conquest of Asoka”, with practices and rehearsals ongoing since early this year. This production is also one of the special projects to commemorate the 20th memorial day of the late K. Sri Dhammananda, honouring his enduring Dhammadūta spirit and his compassionate efforts in spreading the Buddha’s teachings.
Read moreThe people of Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Sri Lanka will welcome the New Year this week. We wish our Thai, Burmese and Sinhalese teachers and friends a blessed and peaceful new year celebration.
Read moreFrom 3 to 5 April, the Nalanda Youth Centre hosted a 3 day 2 night stay-in programme at Wisdom Park for undergraduates. With the theme “Strength in Serenity”, this stay-in aimed to help students strengthen their minds to face life’s difficulties while learning to incorporate Buddhist principles into daily living.
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 –