Nalanda

11 October 2025

Wishing Firefly Mission friends a safe journey

It was a delight to host our friends from Firefly Mission Singapore at Wisdom Park for the past two days of joyful learning and Dhamma practice. Their sincere spirit of inquiry and meaningful reflections brought much inspiration to all.

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10 October 2025

Contact Managers training

On Saturday 4 October, Nalanda Training & Enhancement Centre (TEC) conducted its inaugural training for 40 Contact Managers, led by Director Sis. Paruadi and Bro. SY Tong. The session aimed to deepen their understanding of this vital role in supporting Nalanda’s long-term Mission and Vision.

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9 October 2025

Venerable Ayya Sumangala visits Wisdom Park

This morning, Venerable Ayya Sumangala, the abbess of Ariya Vihara, visited Wisdom Park for a site visit in preparation for the upcoming meditation retreat to be held next month. Ayya and her organising team met with the Wisdom Park EXCO led by Sis. Nandini to discuss the retreat programme and logistical arrangements. Following the visit, Nalanda volunteers had the opportunity to joyfully offer dāna to Venerable Ayya.

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9 October 2025

Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration

We invite you and your family to the Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration for a night of joy, reflection, and togetherness.  This year’s celebration, themed “Lantern of Joy, Light of Wisdom”, is specially organised for families and Buddhist community members of all ages to come together in a festive and inclusive environment.

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8 October 2025

Strengthening service and spirit: SMS Team stay-in programme

Nalanda’s Sunday Morning Service (SMS) Team held a stay-in programme from 4 to 5 October, specially organised to deepen the team’s knowledge and strengthen their spirit of learning and cultivation. This team works seamlessly throughout the year to organise the weekly Sunday Morning Service which provides a meaningful space for members and devotees to learn Dhamma, cultivate wholesome values, serve the community, and grow spiritually.

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7 October 2025

Spirit of generosity thrives at Pindacāra

On Saturday 4 October, the community at O.U.G. and Happy Garden morning markets gave freely and whole-heartedly in support of the Sangha once again.  This monthly programme is endearing to market-goers and stall operators who are grateful for the opportunity to give to those who are worthy.

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6 October 2025

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival

Today is the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on the full-moon day of the eighth lunar month.  It is joyfully celebrated by Chinese people around the world, gathering families to reunite for a meal together.  For friends traveling home to celebrate with your loved ones, have a safe journey and harmonious gathering. On this festive occasion, we wish everyone and every family happiness, peace and unity.  May you be well and happy.  祝大家 中秋节 快乐!

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6 October 2025

Full-moon Uposatha of Assayuja month

Today is the full moon of the ‘Assayuja’ month, a significant Buddhist observance marking the conclusion of the three-month Rains Retreat (‘Vassana’) for Theravāda monks. On this sacred Uposatha day, let us come together in faith and devotion to engage in wholesome practices - observing the Eight Precepts, cultivating mindfulness through meditation, chanting, and offering alms to the monastic community. May this occasion inspire us to renew our commitment to the Dhamma, deepen our practice, and walk steadfastly on the noble path toward liberation.

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4 October 2025

A joyful gathering of unity and learning

On Sunday 28 September, Nalanda members from Serdang and Kuala Lumpur Branch gathered at Nalanda Centre for Members’ Day. The afternoon was filled with inspiration and joy as everyone looked forward to upcoming programmes, especially the much-anticipated WACANA 2025 this December.

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3 October 2025

‘Sin Chew’ reports Nalanda Free School’s community project

Nalanda Free School would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sin Chew Daily (Johor Bahru edition) for the special interview and feature on our community project.  This meaningful coverage not only helps the public better understand our educational mission and values, but also encourages us to continue moving forward with confidence and dedication.

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