31 August 2012 marked the sixth anniversary of the passing away of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Advisor, Most Venerable Dr. K Sri Dhammananda Nayaka Thero. Bro. H S Tan gave a Dhamma teaching on this day in honour of the late Venerable. He shared the following Burmese saying: Cool is the shade of a tree; Cooler than that is the shade of Parents; And even cooler still, is the shade of Teachers.
Read moreIntroduction The planned establishment of Nalanda Youth Library is part of Pustaka Nalanda’s effort to provide useful and quality learning resources to our young, future leaders of the community. The Youth Library will also support the educational programmes of Nalanda Dharma School, Nalanda Free School, and Nalanda Youth Centre. The Youth Library will be operated by librarians recruited from Nalanda Youth Centre and Nalanda Dharma School, under the guidance of experienced librarians.
Read moreAs we celebrate our nation’s 55th Independence Day, let us be thankful and reflective on all the blessings we have so far enjoyed. Admittedly Malaysia is not paradise, nor is it the ‘best’, nor ‘safest’, nor ‘happiest’ country in the world. That’s all very subjective. Still, there is much for us to celebrate, such as our climate, our fertile land, our abundant resources, our cultural diversity, and our wonderful people.
Read more11 August 2012
‘Get Ready!’ Examination Preparation Seminars
With examinations just around the corner, it is only natural for students to feel tension and worry building up. Stress in the right amount can motivate students to start getting serious with their studies, but excessive stress can hinder learning and sap their energy. Knowing this and the importance of mental wellbeing, Nalanda Free School conducted two workshops on 11 August for UPSR and PMR students.
Read moreBro. Charlie Teng (of Nalanda Management Committee) led a team of 10 Nalandians to represent the Society at the function to show our fervent support towards the development of Buddha-Sasana and local monastic facilities. The ceremony saw a turnout of 1,000 devotees, mostly coming by the busloads from Perak, Penang, Kedah, Perlis, Kuala Lumpur and Selangor; while others came from as far as Johor, the East Coast and even East Malaysia.
Read more'Natthi santi param sukham' - there is no greater happiness than peace. Following instructions from Ayya Susila, the participants meditated with joyful tranquility in the hall.
Read more'Pinda' in the Pāli language means “a lump of food, especially of alms”. 'Pāta' refers to “bowl” whereas 'cāra' is “to move about”. Hence 'pindapāta' is “food received in the alms-bowl (of a monk)” whereas 'pindacāra' means “going on alms-round; wandering for alms”.
Read moreOn Saturday, 4 August 2012, a team of Nalandians led by our Deputy President Bro. Lee Teck Beng attended the Ramadhan Muhibah Gathering & Break-Fast with Leaders of various faiths in Bangi. This event was organised by the Islamic Information Services (IIS) Foundation, and sponsored by Jabatan Perpaduan & Integrasi Nasional and Majlis Agama Islam Selangor (MAIS).
Read moreAfter 3-weeks sojourning at Nalanda House, Venerable Guttacitta left this morning to return to Bagan Serai. Ven. Guttacitta will be observing the Vassana (Rains Retreat) in Perak, starting on 3 August. Many Nalandians were on hand to bid farewell to the venerable at noon, after the customary request for forgiveness and blessings. We wish Ven. Guttacitta good health and much peace. We would also like to thank all Nalandians and devotees who have kindly and generously provided food, transport and other forms of dāna to the venerable during his sojourn. May your goodness lead you to greater joy and peace. Sadhu anumodana!
Read moreWalking meditation with mindful movements and an observing mind The main aim of Buddhist meditation is to purify the mind of unwholesome tendencies. When the roots of greed, hatred and delusion are removed, the mind is freed from suffering.
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