Last Saturday 21 June, Nalanda volunteers and youths delivered the first batch of Care Bags, totalling 80, to needy children attending ‘Malam Muhibbah’ at Pure Life Society, Puchong. Volunteers also contributed food of different cultures to this event, organised by Pure Life which promotes unity and harmony.
Read moreAs the Āsāḷha month dawns today, we invite you to join us at Nalanda Centre for the Uposatha Evening Service. The service will start at 8pm with meditation and chanting, followed by a Dhamma sharing by Bro. Tan Siang Chye. All are welcome!
Read moreOn Sunday 15 June, the community at Nalanda including Dhamma School students and their parents gathered to celebrate Parents’ Day - a meaningful occasion dedicated to honouring the invaluable role of parents in our lives.
Read moreFrom 17 to 23 June, we were honoured to host Ven. Ayya Hāsapañña and Ven. Ayya Jotikā on their maiden visit to Nalanda Centre and Wisdom Park. Both Venerables were in Malaysia to conduct a Dhamma Camp for Friends of Wisdom Park Singapore Chapter. Ven. Ayya Hāsapañña is the current abbot of Dhammasara Nuns Monastery, while Ven. Ayya Jotikā is her student in the same monastery.
Read moreOn Sunday 15 June, members of Nalanda Youth Centre gathered for Youth Members Day. The gathering began with offerings and chanting, followed by the introduction of the newly-appointed officers for the term 2025/2027, led by Bro. Yeo Disheng as the Youth Leader.
Read moreSpend a day with us at Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ this coming 17 August. This annual event gathers the community to support educational programmes at Nalanda and to fund the building of a teaching hall, hostel and ancillary facilities at Wisdom Park. We invite you to join us as a volunteer during the Fun Fair, to render our care and service to many. Invite your friends along for a wholesome day and register now at https://forms.gle/juzXbWnp24bv7zRn9.
Read moreOn Sunday 15 June, the exploration of the Mangala Sutta under the Gimhāna series, commenced during the Sunday morning service at Nalanda Centre led by Bro. Benny Liow. He introduced the discourse by explaining that "Mangala" means "blessing", "auspicious sign" or "good omen”. It is no surprise, then, that both humans and deities sought to understand what constitutes a true blessing that brings happiness in life. In response to this universal question, the Buddha delivered the Mangala Sutta, which enumerates 38 great blessings.
Read moreOn Tuesday 10 June, Sis. Nandinī Tan delivered an insightful talk during the Gimhāna Full-moon Uposatha service on the “Iddhipada – The Four Bases of Power” which make the mind powerful. The Four Bases of Power are Chanda, Viriya, Citta and Vīmaṃsā.
Read moreToday, 17 June 2025 marks the 107th birth anniversary of the late Venerable Ajahn Chah Subhaddo, a revered Thai monk who has played a significant role in teaching Dhamma to many monks and laity across the world. With his dedication, loving-kindness and wisdom to simplify profound teachings, many are able to gain a better understanding and clarity of the true Dhamma. He has left a significant impact and legacy in the Buddhist community that endures.
Read moreWe are happy to announce that the popular Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ (FFF) is back and will be held on Sunday, 17 August, from 9am to 3pm. This annual event brings together the community to support educational programmes of Nalanda Free School, Nalanda Institute, Dharma School, Library and Youth Centre. Funds raised will also be channeled towards building a teaching hall, hostel and ancillary facilities at Wisdom Park.
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