Today is the full-moon Uposatha Day of the month of Māgasira. On this Uposatha day, we deepen our commitment to Dhamma practice by observing the Eight Precepts, engaging in meditation and reflecting on the noble qualities exemplified by this great disciple of the Buddha. We wish you a fruitful day of practice.
Read moreFrom 21 to 30 November, Nalanda was honoured to host Ariya Vihara Buddhist Society at Wisdom Park for their year-end meditation retreat, conducted by Ariya’s founder, Ven. Sumangalā Theri. Over 60 retreatants and volunteers spent the days in the quiet and serene educational campus, deepening their practice through mindful meditation.
Read moreOn Saturday 29 November, Nalanda Family Dhamma School Johor Bahru held its Appreciation and Honours Day at Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre, Johor Bahru. Parents, facilitators, and students came together to reflect on a meaningful year of learning and to honour the dedication, effort, and wholesome development of the School community. The event celebrated the growth of students in both understanding and applying Buddhist values in their daily lives.
Read moreOn Friday 28 November, Nalanda Centre welcomed teachers, volunteers, students and their families for the joyful occasion of Nalanda Free School Appreciation Night. To conclude a fruitful academic year, everyone gathered to show gratitude and appreciation to teachers for their kindness and patience in educating the future generations as well as to celebrate students’ improvements.
Read moreNalanda Dhamma School brings you a special production titled “From Darkness to Light – The Story of Angulimala” in conjunction with its 20th anniversary. Watch the production on Nalanda’s YouTube channel.
Read moreFor the past weeks, teachers and volunteers of Nalanda Free School has been busy preparing for the highlight of the School year - the Free School Appreciation Night. Tonight, we will celebrate our students, parents, teachers and volunteers for a fruitful year of together in learning and in service.
Read moreFrom 21 to 23 November, Nalanda volunteers participated in the Dhamma Therapy II Workshop organised by Sāsanārakkhā Buddhist Sanctuary to deepen their understanding of mental health and strengthen their capacity to serve. Through insights shared by Dhamma teachers, lecturers, neurologists, and clinical psychologists, they learned that many modern mental health challenges had already been analysed by the Buddha over 2,600 years ago.
Read moreOn Wednesday 19 November, we warmly welcomed Venerable U Uttam and Mr. Sabuj Barua from the Bangladesh Buddhist Heritage Research Institute (BBHRI). Venerable U Uttam serves as the Secretary General of BBHRI and Abbot of Misripara Seema Buddha Vihara, while Mr. Sabuj Barua is BBHRI’s Director. In their first visit to Nalanda, they were hosted by Bro. Yeo Disheng for a tour around the Centre.
Read moreIn this video, WACANA forum chairperson Sis. Foo Ai Li shares about the importance of Buddhist volunteers balancing service and spirituality – concerns that will be addressed in FORUM F4 for VOLUNTEERS.
Read moreOn Saturday 15 November, Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators gathered for a meaningful self-care and learning session led by Sis. Sunanda. The training offered a gentle pause from their usual responsibilities, guiding them to reconnect with the essence of mental cultivation as taught by the Buddha. Through learning and quiet practice, facilitators experienced mindfulness of breathing to deepen calmness and clarity, while also strengthening their confidence to lead simple meditation sessions for students.
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