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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.
31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. We invite you to join us for the special service.
Join us at Nalanda’s annual ‘Sangha Day’ on Sunday, 22 November to honour the virtues and contributions of the Maha Sangha (monastic order) in preserving and propagating the Buddha’s teachings.
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How well do we know the Buddha's original teachings? The Tipitaka, the Pāli Canon, is the authentic record of the Buddha's Dhamma and the foundation of Buddhist learning and practice. Nalanda Institute Malaysia is pleased to offer this special three-day Tipitaka Workshop, providing participants with a systematic introduction to its history, structure, and practical significance.
Read moreOn Sunday 2 August, devotees gathered joyfully at Nalanda Centre, our spiritual home, for the weekly learning and practice of the Dhamma. We were honoured to welcome Datuk Charlie Chia for an engaging sharing on "Practical Buddhism", one of the topics from the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's Dhamma Series.
Read moreWe warmly invite all Family Fun Fair volunteers to attend the Volunteer Briefing this Sunday at 1.30pm at Nalanda Centre. The session will provide an overview of the Family Fun Fair, introduce the organising teams, and familiarise volunteers with their respective roles and responsibilities. This briefing is an important opportunity to meet your team leads, clarify any questions, and prepare for a smooth and meaningful day of service
Read moreOn Saturday 1 August, the community came together at O.U.G and Happy Garden markets to make offerings to Sangha members. Organised by Nalanda K.L. Branch, this weekly programme enables the local community to hone the spirit of generosity and selflessness as well as nurture faith in the Three Jewels. Members and volunteers also engaged market-goers and stall operators by introducing the Nalanda Family Fun Fair, which embodies the spirit of togetherness and unity to support Buddhist Education.
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 –