The string of terrorist attacks and attempted attacks on 17 August left at least 14 people dead and more than 100 injured in Barcelona, Spain. The terrorist group ‘Islamic State’ has claimed responsibility for this inhumane and criminal deed. This act must be strongly condemned by every citizen of the world.
Read moreToday, the Republic of Indonesia celebrates its 72nd Independence Day. The diverse peoples of Indonesia and Malaysia share a two-thousand year history of trade, cultural exchanges, and political unions. Both our countries were once part of the mighty Srivijaya Buddhist Empire from the 7th to 13th centuries CE.
Read moreIt’s just 4 more days to Nalanda’s “Family Fun Fair” which will be held on Sunday, 20 August (from 9am to 4pm) at Nalanda Centre. This year, we aim to raise funds for a new facility – the ‘K. Sri Dhammananda Centre’ – which will be built in Sri Serdang. The new building will be 4 times the current size of ‘Nalanda House’, and will enable 120 more students to attend Dhamma classes.
Read moreToday marks the 70th anniversary of India’s independence. Nalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia would like to wish all Indian citizens a joyous and meaningful celebration of Indian nationhood.
Read moreFrom 25 to 29 June, 30 participants gathered at Nalanda Centre for a non-residential Meditation Retreat for beginner and intermediate meditators, guided by Venerable Gavesi.
Read moreThan Hsiang Foundation Malaysia is organising a seminar this Saturday themed, ‘Face to Face & Heart to Heart’ featuring Venerable Wei Wu, the abbot of Than Hsiang Temple. The dialogue will be moderated by Buddhist stalwart Bro. Benny Liow. Former Director of Nalanda Institute Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama and Nalanda founder Bro. Tan will also be presenting their views.
Read moreIt’s just another 9 days to Nalanda’s popular “Family Fun Fair” to be held on Sunday, 20 August, in Sri Serdang. We aim to raise funds for a new facility – the ‘K. Sri Dhammananda Centre’ – which will provide opportunities for more children and teenagers to attend Dhamma classes.
Read moreAs the Republic of Singapore marks its 52nd National Day today, we wish our closest neighbour a joyous celebration of nationhood. May Singaporeans continue to progress in all aspects of physical, social, economic, mental, and spiritual well-being. Happy National Day!
Read moreAfter a vigorous 7-week Gimhāna season, the enthusiasm to practise meditation continues at Nalanda. On Wednesday 12 July, Nalanda founder Bro. Tan gave a simple but impactful teaching on meditation and its benefits.
Read moreReport by Megan Lim.
On Sunday 25 June, Bro. Tan delivered a Dhamma talk on ‘seclusion’, the third essential factor of Dhamma practice, following talks on ‘purity’ and ‘simplicity’. ‘Viveka’ refers to seclusion, remoteness, privacy, and separation from crowds. When socialising, more often than not, we tend to discuss topics that give rise to aversion and desire. On the other hand, occasional seclusion and simple living give rise to serenity.
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