From 31 January to 2 February 2026, 80 students and facilitators from Nalanda Dhamma School, along with youth volunteers, came together for a stay-in programme at Nalanda Centre. Guided by the theme “Respect Starts with Me”, the programme provided meaningful opportunities for students to learn the Dhamma, practise mindfulness and strengthen their bonds with spiritual friends.
Read moreIn line with Nalanda’s commitment to promoting the history and heritage of Buddhism in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, Nalanda seeks to develop NEO Centre Sungai Petani as a Bujang Valley Educational Hub, given its strategic location. To support this initiative, a research team was formed from 1 November 2024 to 11 December 2025 to study Bujang Valley’s civilisational and Buddhist heritage.
Read moreFrom 31 January to 2 February 2026, 43 Nalanda members and devotees undertook a meaningful learning tour to Bujang Valley, reconnecting with our Buddhist heritage in ancient Kedah, an important historical link to the arrival of Buddhism in the region nearly 2,000 years ago. Led by Nalanda’s newly-formed Bujang Valley Heritage Team, participants gained valuable insights into the history and significance of this ancient civilisation.
Read moreOn Thursday 29 January 2026, the Nalanda Education Committee kicked off its first meeting of the year with drafting plans for the 20th Memorial Day of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Advisor – Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda. This monthly meeting brings together the head of Nalanda educational divisions to strategise and synergise efforts to ensure every division are aligned in its direction and efforts.
Read moreNalanda warmly invites you to participate in a four-day Dhamma Camp conducted by Venerable Amarasiri, offering participants an opportunity to deepen their practice through meditation, reflection, and Sutta learning in a supportive and serene environment. Venerable Amarasiri was born and raised in Chennai, India.
Read moreForum articles by WACANA 2025 speakers exploring Buddhist approaches to community well-being for families, youths, seniors, and volunteers. They offer practical reflections and reference materials for individuals and Buddhist organisations engaged in education, service, and community development in Malaysia and the region.
Read moreFrom 26 to 28 January 2026, we were honoured to host Ven. Dr. Ethkandawaka Saddhajeewa Thero, Co-Abbot of the Bhāvanā Society, West Virginia, U.S.A. at Nalanda Centre. On this short stop-over in Malaysia on his way to Indonesia, we were glad to get better acquainted with Ven. Saddhajeewa, who is visiting Nalanda Centre for the first time.
Read moreToday marks the full moon Uposatha of the Phussa month. It is an opportunity for Dhamma practitioners to to step back from worldly concerns and turn our hearts toward the Dhamma. Let us observe this auspicious day observing the Eight Precepts, engaging in meditation and reflecting on the noble qualities exemplified by this great disciple of the Buddha.
Read moreOn Wednesday 28 January, Sis. Sunandā Ong led the first of twelve Mettā Bhāvanā learning sessions at Nalanda Centre. Starting with a guided mettā meditation session, participants then learned that the word mettā, is derived from the Pali word ‘mitta’, meaning friend. It refers to loving friendliness or loving-kindness expressed through goodwill, harmony and non-violence.
Read moreThis morning at 6.30am, Nalanda members and devotees have departed for Bujang Valley as they embark on a study tour to explore Malaysia's rich Buddhist heritage sites. A total of 43 participants will spend the next 3 days learning and exploring together. We wish them safe travels and a fruitful learning ahead!
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