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2 September 2012

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K Sri Dhammananda Memorial Day

31 August 2012 marked the sixth anniversary of the passing away of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Advisor, Most Venerable Dr. K Sri Dhammananda Nayaka Thero. Bro. H S Tan gave a Dhamma teaching on this day in honour of the late Venerable. He shared the following Burmese saying: Cool is the shade of a tree; Cooler than that is the shade of Parents; And even cooler still, is the shade of Teachers.

1 September 2012

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Nalanda Youth Library Logo Design Competition

Introduction The planned establishment of Nalanda Youth Library is part of Pustaka Nalanda’s effort to provide useful and quality learning resources to our young, future leaders of the community. The Youth Library will also support the educational programmes of Nalanda Dharma School, Nalanda Free School, and Nalanda Youth Centre. The Youth Library will be operated by librarians recruited from Nalanda Youth Centre and Nalanda Dharma School, under the guidance of experienced librarians.

31 August 2012

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Nalanda’s Merdeka Day Message 2012

As we celebrate our nation’s 55th Independence Day, let us be thankful and reflective on all the blessings we have so far enjoyed. Admittedly Malaysia is not paradise, nor is it the ‘best’, nor ‘safest’, nor ‘happiest’ country in the world. That’s all very subjective. Still, there is much for us to celebrate, such as our climate, our fertile land, our abundant resources, our cultural diversity, and our wonderful people.

24 August 2012

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“A Constitution for Living”

Have you read a Dhamma book today?

Book title	:	A Constitution for Living : Buddhist Principles for a Fruitful and Harmonious Life
Author	:	Ven. P. A. Payutto
Publisher	:	Inward Path, Penang
Topic	:	Concepts, Teachings and Practice

20 August 2012

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Good Preparation leads to Good Results!

11 August 2012

‘Get Ready!’ Examination Preparation Seminars

With examinations just around the corner, it is only natural for students to feel tension and worry building up. Stress in the right amount can motivate students to start getting serious with their studies, but excessive stress can hinder learning and sap their energy. Knowing this and the importance of mental wellbeing, Nalanda Free School conducted two workshops on 11 August for UPSR and PMR students.

19 August 2012

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Nalandians attend VBG’s facility launching

Bro. Charlie Teng (of Nalanda Management Committee) led a team of 10 Nalandians to represent the Society at the function to show our fervent support towards the development of Buddha-Sasana and local monastic facilities. The ceremony saw a turnout of 1,000 devotees, mostly coming by the busloads from Perak, Penang, Kedah, Perlis, Kuala Lumpur and Selangor; while others came from as far as Johor, the East Coast and even East Malaysia.

17 August 2012

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“Dhamma Everywhere”

Have you read a Dhamma book today?

Book title	:	Dhamma Everywhere : Welcoming each moment with Awareness + Wisdom
Author	:	Venerable Ashin Tejaniya
Publisher	:	Auspicious Affinity
Topic	:	Concepts, Teachings and Practice

12 August 2012

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Power of the Mind

'Natthi santi param sukham' - there is no greater happiness than peace. Following instructions from Ayya Susila, the participants meditated with joyful tranquility in the hall.

11 August 2012

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Wholesome Giving during Pindacāra (Alms-round)

'Pinda' in the Pāli language means “a lump of food, especially of alms”. 'Pāta' refers to “bowl” whereas 'cāra' is “to move about”. Hence 'pindapāta' is “food received in the alms-bowl (of a monk)” whereas 'pindacāra' means “going on alms-round; wandering for alms”.

10 August 2012

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“One Life Five Precepts”

Have you read a Dhamma book today?

Book title	:	One Life Five Precepts : Buddhist Ethics for Modern Living
Author	:	Venerable Faxun
ISBN	:	9789810899905
Topic	:	Concepts, Teachings and Practice

Introduction

In this book, you will find a clear explanation of each precept and the benefits of living in accordance with it. Use your mind of wisdom and compassion to contemplate your actions so that instead of living with the motivation “I want what I want when I want it, and it doesn’t matter what I do to get it,” you live with the intention “My life depends on the kind efforts of others. Therefore I want to reciprocate their kindness by not harming them. Furthermore, because I care about myself, I want to put the seeds of positive karma, not destructive karma, in my mindstream.” Then experience the joy that comes from living an ethical life…