From 27 February to 7 March 2018, Nalanda Buddhist Society will host the inaugural “Indian Buddhist Youth Leaders’ Training Programme” in Sri Serdang and Kuala Lumpur. Nalanda is undertaking this important project in partnership with several Buddhist organizations in India as part of our long-term vision to propagate Buddha-Dhamma in its land of origin, and to revitalize the proper learning and practice of Buddhism there.
Read moreNalanda is building the ‘K. Sri Dhammananda Centre’ for holistic community education, especially to cater for the expansion of Nalanda Dhamma School. Construction is progressing well, and work is estimated to be 50% completed as of today.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society members based in Sri Serdang had a successful Extraordinary General Meeting (E.G.M.) on Saturday, 11 November. The E.G.M. was called by the Board of Management to propose amendments to the Society’s Constitution. During the meeting, the Board also sought members’ endorsement to purchase a van for the use of Dhamma School students and for outreach programmes.
Read moreFriday 10 November marked another auspicious evening for Nalanda devotees as world-renowned Dhamma teacher, Ven. Ajahn Jayasaro, graced Nalanda Centre to share his words of wisdom. Faith and enthusiasm to learn Dhamma was clearly evident in many devotees as the Teaching Hall was packed to the brim despite the heavy evening downpour.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia wishes people around the world who celebrate the Lunar New Year a meaningful and joyous celebration! We also take this opportunity to thank all our benefactors, donors, and volunteers from near and far for your continuous support over the years. Your help has enabled the growth of holistic Buddhist education in Malaysia and beyond. May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and happiness always! Happy New Year!
Read moreThe eve of Lunar New Year and the first day of the year tomorrow are two very important occasions for Chinese people. After weeks, months, or even a whole year of hard work, everyone reunites to celebrate the ties that bind us as a family.
Read moreNalanda Centre in Sri Serdang will be closed from 13 to 20 February in conjunction with Lunar New Year celebrations. The Centre will reopen as usual on Wednesday, 21 February at 10.00am. We wish everyone a happy and blessed New Year! May you have a joyful and meaningful time bonding with your family, relatives and friends. 新年快乐，万事如意！
Read moreThe 2018 Pyeongchang （平昌）Winter Olympics had just gotten underway in South Korea this evening. The spirit of modern Olympics has always been the celebration of fraternity and friendship across race, religion, and nationality. Let this be our common goal and principle throughout these games.
Read moreA deadly magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck the eastern Taiwanese city of Hualien close to midnight yesterday (6 February), causing buildings to collapse with people trapped within them. So far, two people were confirmed dead, more than 200 injured, and some others missing.
Read moreIt is with deep respect and a heavy heart that we announce the passing away of Venerable Professor Bellanwila Sri Wimalaratana Nayaka Thero on 3 February 2018, aged 77. Ven. Wimalaratana died of injuries sustained in a fall at Bellanwila Raja Mahavihara, where he was the deputy abbot.
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