Mark your calendar for Nalanda’s Family Fun Fair in Johor Bahru, on Sunday 21 September. We joyfully invite you to participate in this wholesome event which features over 70 stalls offering a variety of home-cooked food, fresh produce, and household items. There will also be performances by talented groups and a special exhibition.
Read moreIn the past weeks, Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch members, devotees and volunteers have been working together to prepare for the upcoming Family Fun Fair on Sunday 21 September in Johor Jaya. This yearly fund-raiser brings out the spirit of unity and concord, as everyone contributes in their own way and at the same time strengthen team work in the community.
Read moreOn Tuesday 9 September, the ‘Young Working Adults’ group continued their learning from Datuk Charlie Chia about ‘Managing Expectations’ at Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Happy Garden. The youths reflected on different expectations we have in life which often leads to stress.
Read moreOn Saturday 6 September, Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch hosted the monthly ‘Pindacāra’ programme at the O.U.G. and Happy Garden markets, an opportunity for the local community to give with sincerity and without expectations. This wholesome deed of giving (dāna) is not without its rewards, as taught by the Buddha.
Read moreThe Family Fun Fair is back in Johor Bahru! We joyfully invite you to participate in this wholesome event to raise funds for the provision of community education programmes in J.B. The much-loved ‘Family Fun Fair’ will take place on Sunday, 21 September, and will feature over 70 stalls offering a diverse range of home-cooked food, fresh produce, and household items.
Read moreThe Family Fun Fair just concluded on Sunday 17 August, and what a radiant day it was! From the very first light of dawn, eager volunteers and stall operators arrived, filled with energy and ready to serve—setting the tone for a day brimming with kindness and purpose.
Read moreOn Sunday 19 July, Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch Management Committee convened for a training session was guided by Society President Sis. Buddhini Tan, with the support of Honorary Treasurer Sis. Doris Tan. Committee members, eager to learn and grow in their roles became more well-versed in Nalanda’s educational philosophy, its mission, and responsibilities defined in the Society’s Constitution.
Read moreOn Saturday 19 July, Nalanda Johor Bahru held its Family Dhamma School 17th session. The session began meaningfully with group meditation, offerings, and Pāli chanting, setting a serene and focussed tone for the day ahead. This session featured two parallel Dhamma sharings.
Read moreOn Thursday 17 July, Nalanda KL Branch members and devotees gathered for the Weekly Thursday Meditation session at Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Kuala Lumpur. Last Thursday’s session served as an introductory overview, helping participants understand the purpose and direction of this sutta-based practice.
Read moreAfter nearly two months of insightful learning, the Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Sutta sharing sessions concluded last Thursday at Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre, Kuala Lumpur. The sessions led by Sis. Nandini Tan, a member of Nalanda Dhammaduta College, were well received and deeply appreciated by participants.
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