On Sunday 29 March, Nalanda Youth Centre was honoured to host Venerable Ajahn Visālo at the weekly Youth Sunday Service for a Dhamma Chat. Ajahn compassionately guided the youths in meditation, emphasising the importance of being both at ease and aware in meditation and in daily life. He encouraged youths to train themselves to be a silent witness and completely accept what is happening in the present moment.
Read moreOn Monday 23 March, Nalanda members gathered together with Ven. Ajahn Visālo to meditate and conducted a blessing session for the start of building Wisdom Park Phase 2. Wisdom Park was envisioned as an integrated educational facility for the training of Buddhist leaders, Dhamma teachers and inculcating Buddhist values and culture.
Read moreToday marks the full moon of the Phagguṇa month, a meaningful occasion in the Buddhist calendar for renewal, reflection and diligent practice. It is an especially opportune and meaningful time to set wholesome aspirations and to reflect deeply on our Dhamma practice.
Read moreOn Sunday 29 March, Nalanda members gathered for the Society’s 23rd Annual General Meeting. Members received and approved the 2025 Annual Report, rejoicing in the unity and steadfast commitment of members, supporters, devotees, and volunteers. This collective effort contributed to the growing number of Dhamma learning programmes, including the successful completion of WACANA 2025.
Read moreFrom 18 to 30 March, Nalanda was privileged to host Venerable Ajahn Visālo, an Indonesian monk who ordained under Luang Por Liem, Abbot of Wat Nong Pah Pong, at Nalanda Centre. This is Ajahn’s third visit to Nalanda and the community was grateful for the opportunity to associate with a well-practiced teacher to learn the Dhamma and make offerings.
Read moreNalanda Institute Malaysia is honoured to host a special lecture by Dr. Ooi Eng Jin, Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies in International Buddhist College. Dr. Ooi will bring to light the fascinating world of early Buddhist inscriptions discovered in Kedah Tua – one of Southeast Asia’s oldest civilisations. These ancient records offer rare glimpses into the spread of Buddhism, the networks of trade and culture, and the spiritual life that once flourished on our very shores.
Read moreWe warmly invite you and your family to join the monthly Pindacāra (monks’ alms-round) on Saturday 4 April at the Taman O.U.G. morning market (8.30 am) and Happy Garden morning market (9.30 am). We encourage dear friends to support the Sangha, the noble disciples of the Buddha, while cultivating generosity, mindfulness, and wholesome qualities within ourselves.
Read moreFrom 21 to 24 March, over 70 Nalanda members and core volunteers participated in a dedicated Dhamma retreat under the guidance of Ajahn Visalo. The retreat consisted of Dhamma talks, sitting and walking meditations, complemented by mindful awareness during eating and chores. Group interviews also allowed participants to seek guidance and clarification about their practice.
Read moreOn Sunday 8 March, in line with the monthly theme of deepening our refuge and reflection, Sis. Santī Cheang delivered a timely Dhamma talk on ‘Self-Reliance on the Buddha’s Path’. She reminded devotees and practitioners to take full personal responsibility and apply diligent self-effort towards liberation from suffering.
Read moreWe invite all Nalanda members for the 23rd Annual General Meeting. We look forward to welcoming you back to our spiritual home!
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