From 5 to 7 July, Nalanda Youth Centre welcomed friends from DAYWA (Dhamma Assembly for Young Working Adults - Singapore) to visit Nalanda and Wisdom Park. They are the organising committee for the upcoming August meditation retreat, and specially arranged this 'reconnaissance' trip to prepare for the retreat whilst also joining the learning programmes at Nalanda Centre.
Read more10 Nalanda members and volunteers are currently attending the International Conference : The History of ‘Kedah Tua’ (ancient Kedah) from the written records of Yi-Jing, held today 11 July in Kuala Lumpur. The conference features a diverse panel of international researchers and speakers, and includes a special briefing by Dr. Nasha Rodziadi Khaw – Centre for Global Archeological Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Read moreWe invite all Family Fun Fair volunteers to attend the Volunteer Briefing this Sunday 1pm, at Nalanda Centre. The briefing includes an introduction to the Family Fun Fair and a familiarisation of your roles with the team leads. We extend our appreciation to you in advance for being a volunteer to serve the community and wish you happy service!
Read moreToday, Nalanda members and volunteers came back to our ‘spiritual home’ on this national public holiday for a joyful day of service. Meetings and discussions were held since the morning for management matters, Family Fun Fair preparations and currently, the community engagement is on-going.
Read moreEarly this morning, Nalanda members and volunteers joined the Buddhist community at Menara Ken in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail for a wholesome day of giving and service. The Food and Family Fair is currently on-going until 2pm today, to raise funds for the construction of the 1st Malaysian Theravada Bhukkuni Nunnery & Dhamma Training Centre.
Read moreToday, on the new-moon day of Āsālha, Nalanda members and devotees gathered since morning at Nalanda Centre for a day of cultivation. Alternating between sitting and walking meditation sessions, the group received guidance from Ven. Ajahn Narindo, a monk of Chinese-Malaysian descent who has been residing and training at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.
Read moreDuring the annual Gimhāna Period, Nalanda members and devotees uphold a tradition to dedicate themselves to cultivating the 5 Daily Practices. The 5 Daily Practices are (1) Morning chanting & making noble aspirations, (2) Meditation, (3) Listening to a Dhamma talk / reading a Dhamma book (4) Performing an act of generosity and kindness (5) Evening chanting & reflection.
Read moreToday 1 July, as we commemorate another milestone in our journey together at Nalanda Institute Malaysia, I am filled with immense joy and gratitude for everyone who has selflessly contributed to our activities over the past year. Your dedication and support have been instrumental in our achievements, particularly in the successful implementation of important experiential learning initiatives.
Read moreOn Saturday 6 July, the coming Uposatha new-moon day, we invite you to join us for a day of learning and meditation at Nalanda Centre. Held in conjunction with the Gimhāna Retreat, this Cultivation Day will be guided by Ven. Ajahn Narindo, a monk of Chinese-Malaysian descent who was ordained in 2012 by Luang Por Amaro at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.
Read moreNalanda Family Fun Fair is just 30 days away! This much anticipated gathering to do good for a good cause is on Sunday 28 July from 9am to 3pm. We invite you to support this annual event, where all proceeds are used to fund educational and Dhamma programmes for the community. These are ways in which you can get involved :
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