On the auspicious morning of Sunday 31 May, the community of devotees, youths, Dhamma school facilitators, and students gathered to pay homage to the Buddha. Buddha Day celebrations commenced at 7am with devotees offering alms to venerable Sangha members, followed by a solemn Buddha Pūja which united everyone in the spirit of reverence and gratitude for the great Teacher.
Read moreWe invite you and your loved ones to join Buddha Day Observance programmes hosted by Nalanda K.L. Branch this Saturday, 6 June as follows : Offer alms to venerable Sangha members at the monthly ‘Pindacāra’ at O.U.G. and Happy Garden. We also invite you to join the offering of lunch dana to venerable monks at NEO Centre in Happy Garden after the alms round. You may bring cooked vegetarian food to offer.
Read moreOn Saturday 30 May, the eve of Wesak Day, Nalanda leaders and devotees joined the Wesak procession organised by Serdang Buddhist Association to usher in this most auspicious occasion commemorating the Buddha’s Enlightenment, walking mindfully together in unity and harmony. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Serdang Buddhist Association for warmly extending this outreach opportunity to the Serdang community and for fostering a meaningful observance of Wesak Eve.
Read moreOn 30 May, devotees gathered at the Nalanda Centre to celebrate Buddha Day Eve with Buddha Puja, meditation, reflection and Dhamma learning. The atmosphere was filled with devotion and mindfulness as participants engaged in practices that honour the life and teachings of the Buddha. The Dhamma talk, delivered by Sis. Paruadi, focused on the extraordinary life journey of the Buddha. She emphasized that the Buddha is a remarkable being who arises in the world for the benefit and happiness of many.
Read moreYesterday, on the Wesak full-moon day, the community came together to commemorate the most auspicious day of the Buddhist calendar. From 7am all the way to 10pm, devotees had opportunities to learn Dhamma, cultivate mindfulness & generosity, practice kindness and perform good deeds.
Read moreToday on 1 June 2026, Malaysians celebrate the official birthday of His Majesty the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong on the first Monday of June. Nalanda Buddhist Society offers our warm wishes to Yang di-Pertuan Agong (His Majesty the King of Malaysia) Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar. We wish His Majesty the blessings of good health, happiness, peace and wisdom.
Read moreWe warmly await your arrival to join us for the Heritage Procession taking place this evening at 7pm at Nalanda Centre. This is a a unique cultural experience where the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs. Accompanying the heritage procession are beautifully handcrafted traditional paraphernalias such as parasols and blessings fans, and also devotees carrying lighted up lotus candle holders walking mindfully and peacefully.
Read moreTwo special exhibitions at Nalanda Centre have just been launched on Sunday 31 May 2026 in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance B.E 2570. We invite you to come and view these exhibits to appreciate the Dhamma propagation efforts from pre-Merdeka days to plans for the future. All are welcome.
Read moreOn Sunday 31 May 2026, millions of Buddhists around the world will commemorate the Birth, Enlightenment, and Parinibbāna of the Buddha — a sacred occasion known as Wesak or Buddha Day. It is the most significant day in the Buddhist calendar, carrying a profound sense of spirituality, reflection, and gratitude. In recent years, humanity has faced immense suffering through disasters, conflicts, environmental crises, and growing social divisions. Despite remarkable advances in science, technology, and material prosperity, many people continue to experience anxiety, dissatisfaction, and uncertainty. This reminds us that material progress alone cannot guarantee genuine happiness or inner peace.
Read moreBuddha Day Observance commences this evening (30 May 2026). This week-long observance starts at 8pm tonight with Buddha Day Eve Service featuring Buddha Pūja, offerings, meditation and a Dhamma talk by Sis. Paruadi Ramasamy on “The Buddha’s Life Journey”. Let us gather with spiritual friends to reflect on the Buddha’s path to enlightenment and liberation.
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