With Wesak fast approaching, we came together on the first day of April to spruce up and beautify our Nandanavana (the Garden of Joyful Delight). There were smiling faces and the positive energy was high as the team worked together in tune with nature.
Read morePractising meditation and reflecting on gratitude, in honour of our teachers. In Malaysia, 16 May is celebrated as Teachers’ Day. At Nalanda, we expressed our appreciation and gratitude to all teachers through two types of Puja (offerings), that is Patipatti Puja where we performed wholesome deeds – dana, meditation and chanting to honour our teachers, and Amisa Puja which is giving our teachers presents. Nalandians also shared about how their lives were transformed by inspiring teachers.
Read moreThe topic of today's Service Sunday Dhamma talk was, "A Buddhist Reflects on Learning". Dr. Phang spoke on how one ought to approach learning - with an open mind like that of a beginner's - free from preconceptual ideas and willing to explore. When we learn something new, we should also be happy to share it with others and spread the benefits. Rejoice when other people learn from our learnings!
Read moreMonthly Dhamma Discussion Date: 11 May 2012, Friday Time: 12pm – 1.30pm Venue: Pustaka Nalanda Topic: The Three Jewels – Part 1
Read more7-day 6-night Meditation Retreat at Nalanda Centre Start : Sunday, 3 June 2012, 2pm End : Saturday, 9 June 2012, 5pm
Read more7-Week Dhamma Retreat for Nalandians Nalandians are observing a period of concentrated Dhamma learning and practice from Sunday, 20 May 2012 to Asalha Full-moon, Tuesday, 3 July 2012. The purpose of this Gimhāna Retreat is for us to know ourselves better, and penetrate the Dhamma more deeply through guided, progressive, communal and personal practice. During this period, Bro. H S Tan will be giving teachings on Sundays from 9am-12pm. He will also lead the Group Meditation and Dhamma Discussion on Wednesdays from 8.30pm-10pm. All Nalanda members, volunteers and devotees are invited to join us during this wholesome period to learn and practise together whole-heartedly as spiritual friends (kalyana-mitta) on the path towards peace and bliss! Ehipassiko!
Read morePindacara (almsround) on Wesak Dawn - Fulfilling our duty as lay devotees by supporting Sangha members. Wesak at Nalanda was observed with a packed but meaningful programme from 4 to 6 May. This year saw a record turnout of more than 2,000 visitors over the weekend. Everyone came together with strong devotional spirit and added meaning to our celebration. The activities and events steered all of us towards the cultivation of loving-kindness, generosity and much peace.
Read moreAs part of Nalanda’s Wesak Programme, we were fortunate to have Mr. Vijaya Samarawickrama (also fondly known as Uncle Vijaya) give a Dhamma talk this morning on “Being Well Begins with Me”, in line with this year’s Wesak theme. “Be-ing” means to be here and now. It is dwelling in the present, letting go of the past and not worrying about a future that has not materialised.
Read moreDear Friends, Namo Buddhaya! Wesak Day commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of Lord Buddha. Let us observe this occasion mindfully, peacefully, with full gratitude and respect for our great Teacher. It is also a time for us to reflect on the sublime goodness of the Buddha and his teaching.
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