On Saturday 21 March, Nalanda’s monthly ‘Pindacāra’ (monks going on alms-round) Programme was joyfully held at Seri Kembangan market. The ‘Pindacāra’ was well-attended by local devotees and our ‘kalyana mitta’ (spiritual friends) from Kelantan. It was indeed a delightful experience for them to participate in this wholesome activity while on their visit to Serdang.
Read more18 March 2015 marks the 97th birth anniversary of Nalanda Buddhist Society’s late Spiritual Advisor – Venerable Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Thero. Since 2007, this date has been designated “Nalanda Patron’s Day” – an annual programme to commemorate and appreciate all our donors, benefactors and volunteers who have contributed tremendously to the growth of Nalanda, and by extension, to the development of Buddhist education.
Read moreOn Sunday 15 March, we were honoured to host Venerable Ajahn Sumedho and 3 accompanying monks for Dāna (alms-food offering) followed by Dhamma teaching at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. A large crowd had gathered at Nalanda Centre for the opportunity to see Ajahn Sumedho, and to listen to his Dhamma teachings.
Read moreOn Tuesday 24 March, another tragic air-crash took place in Europe, killing all 150 passengers and crew on board Germanwings flight 9525. The ill-fated Airbus A320 was en route from Barcelona, Spain to Dusseldorf, Germany when it crashed in the French Alps. Nalanda members offer our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the casualties. We empathize with your loss and grief here in Malaysia. We also offer prayers for the victims of this tragedy. May they rest in Peace.
Read moreOn Sunday 15 March, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Buddhist Society Alumni (PBUPM-A) held their 9th Annual General Meeting at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. The Management Committee duly presented the annual activities report at the meeting for members’ approval. The Alumni has been active in keeping contact with UPM Buddhist graduates and inspiring them to further their Dhamma practice. Nalanda wishes PBUPM-A continued progress and success in the coming years. Sadhu anumodana!
Read moreArticle by Bro. H. S. Tan
This morning I woke up to the sad news of Mr. Lee Kuan Yew’s passing. Although he had been unwell and hospitalized since February, with his frail condition and declining health seemingly irreparable, yet, the broadcast of his death still tugged at my heart. Singapore woke up a grieving nation bereaved of her founding father; the world has lost another legendary statesman.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia records our deepest condolences to the Government and People of Singapore, as well as to the first family on the passing of Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, the First Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore.
Read moreMs. Imee Ooi, one of Malaysia’s foremost Buddhist composer and vocalist, paid a visit to Nalanda Centre on Saturday, 21 March. Imee, who was accompanied by her colleague Mr. Chai Yu, spent two hours touring the Centre and having discussions with Nalanda officers. They later made a courtesy call on Nalanda Founder, Bro Tan.
Read moreOn Friday 13 March, Nalanda Centre Sri Serdang was honoured by the visit of Venerable Sanghasena Nāyaka Thero from Ladakh, India. The Director of Nalanda Centre, Sis. Nandinī Tan, and Head of Department for Buddhist & Pāli Studies, Sis. Sandy Lim, hosted Ven. Sanghasena and two accompanying Ladakhi students on a tour of Nalanda Cente.
Read moreAt Nalanda Buddhist Society’s 12th Annual General Meeting (A.G.M.) held on 8 March 2015, Nalanda members elected a new Board of Management to lead and oversee the Society’s continued growth and development. Heading the Board of Management is Sis. Evelyn Chow, who was elected Nalanda’s fourth leader and first female President. Bro. Charlie Teng was elected the Deputy President, while Bro. Pee Che Yong is the new Honorary Secretary. Sis. Margaret Ng was appointed the Honorary Treasurer.
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