‘Nalanda Patron’s Day’ is an annual programme to commemorate and appreciate all donors, benefactors and volunteers who have contributed tremendously to the growth of Nalanda, and by extension, to the development of Buddhist education. On ‘Patron’s Day’, Nalanda members and devotees offer pūja for the well-being of our benefactors, past and present. We also transfer merits to those who have passed away.
Read moreHistory has shown that even powerful men were greatly influenced by their mothers during childhood, and grew up inheriting much of the values imparted matrilineally. It is important to understand this matrilineal influence on the development of children, so that we could apply it to benefit humanity infinitely.
Read moreToday marks the 8th anniversary of Malaysia Airlines MH370′s mysterious disappearance over the Indian Ocean. Even after eight years of intensive and extensive search, the main wreckage of the B777 aircraft is still not found. Family and friends of those lost are still in anguish over not knowing the actual fate of their loved ones.
Read moreNamo Buddhaya! We invite all Nalanda members registered at Sri Serdang headquarters to attend the 19th Annual General Meeting (A.G.M.) at 2.00 pm on Sunday, 20 March 2022 at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. We will review the programmes of 2021 and discuss the Society’s plans for the coming year.
Read moreToday, the full-moon of the first lunar month, is known locally as “Chap Goh Meh” and marks the end of the 15-day Lunar New Year celebrations. It is also a significant day for the Chinese community as families would celebrate with another round of joyous reunion, and aspirations for a harmonious and bountiful year ahead.
Read moreWe are pleased to inform you that Nalanda Centre resumes operations today after the Lunar New Year holidays. The Centre is open from 10 am to 5 pm on Mondays to Saturdays, and 8 am to 12 pm on Sundays. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) continue to be in place for the safety and welfare of all members and visitors.
Read moreNalanda wishes you a joyous and blessed Lunar New Year. During these festivities, Chinese communities around the world celebrate by re-uniting with family and friends. Let us take this time to connect meaningfully with them, as well as conscientiously keeping everyone safe through observing SOPs.
Read moreWe would like to inform you that Nalanda Centre in Sri Serdang will be closed from Monday 24 January to Sunday, 6 February for the Lunar New Year holidays. The Centre will reopen to the public on Monday, 7 February at 10am.
Read moreWe are saddened to announce the passing of Most Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh at the age of 95, earlier today at Tu Hien Temple in Hue, Vietnam. Nalanda Buddhist Society records our deepest condolences to the Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism, disciples and students of the late Venerable. May he be at Peace.
Read more16 January 2022 marks the 30th anniversary of Ajahn Chah’s passing, one of the most esteemed and influential Buddhist teachers in the modern era. A doyen of the ‘forest tradition’, Ajahn Chah led an unassuming and austere life as a true ‘bhikkhu’. Teaching from his own direct experiences, he related Dhamma in effective but simple ways, often using analogies which continue to be echoed today.
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