In just over a week, Nalanda youths will be hosting 100 participants of the Dhamma-Living Camp for Young Adults** at Wisdom Park. We wish all the participants, organisers and volunteers safe travels to our new campus, and we look forward to welcoming you for an inspiring journey together.
Read moreOn Wednesday 31 August, Nalanda members, devotees, volunteers and Dhamma School students gathered to honour our late Spiritual Advisor Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda at Nalanda Centre. Although it has been 16 years after his passing, his missionary impact and contribution to Buddhism in Malaysia continues to be felt in today’s Buddhist societies and communities, of which many are rooted in the late venerable’s efforts.
Read more"It happens that sometimes in history, we are privileged to be associated with outstanding individuals who contributed to the betterment of the human race. One such person was Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda, who left the confines of his village in rural Sri Lanka and spent five decades bringing the sublime message of the Buddha to millions all over the world.
Read moreToday, 31 August 2022, Malaysians here and abroad celebrate the 65th anniversary of our nation’s independence. As a relatively young nation, we have enjoyed peace, progress and stability even as we faced ever-changing and unprecedented trials over the decades. Now as we emerge from the clutches of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is even more critical for us to stand together and face new challenges which arise domestically as well as from global events.
Read more31 August 2022 marks the 16th anniversary of the passing away of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Advisor – Venerable Dr. Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Thero. This Wednesday, Nalandians will gather to commemorate his lifetime of missionary work and celebrate his spirit and teachings with the following programme.
Read moreOn Sunday 21 August, Nalanda Sri Serdang members gathered for Members’ Day for updates on the Society’s progress and upcoming plans. It was a joyous start as new members were welcomed, all of whom have been serving in various capacities as core volunteers and are committed to Nalanda’s education mission.
Read moreIn the past weeks since 16 July, participants of the first Horticulture and Landscape course (HCL 001) have joyfully gathered every Saturday at Wisdom Park to learn basic horticulture skills. The classes are conducted by Dr. Chen Xing Wei Ph.D. (Horticulture), lead of the Landscaping Team at Wisdom Park.
Read moreOn Sunday 14 August, Sis. Buddhini Tan and leaders of the Society visited Seremban Sudhamma Buddhist Society (SSBS) at their Centre in Negeri Sembilan. They were warmly welcomed by Dr Oo Swee Khoon, President of SSBS and members of the Executive Committee.
Read moreOn Sunday 31 July, Nalandians gathered to learn, practise and reflect on the spirit of ‘veyavacca’ during the Sunday Morning Service at Nalanda Centre. In the Dhamma sharing, Sis. Nandini relayed that ‘veyavacca’ is part of our spiritual cultivation to develop liberality and kindness while supporting the community. The spirit of service is based on thoughtfulness and consideration; when we are sensitive to others’ need, we will try to help in whatever way we can. It is not just an act of service but the idea of being in service to others.
Read moreLast Sunday 7 August, 24 Nalanda youths and Dhamma School teenagers visited the Mon Refugee Children Learning Centre on ‘Silver Lining’ Day. This programme organised by Nalanda Youth Centre, provides an avenue for young volunteers to practice kindness by offering their service to the community.
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