On Saturday 9 November, Nalanda Institute Malaysia hosted the Convocation Ceremony & Gratitude Day for graduates of BPS 307 - Certificate in Buddhist Studies. Over 100 people were present to celebrate this milestone for 57 graduates who persevered over the past five months in learning basic Buddhist Doctrines, as well as imbuing Dhamma practices and reflections into their daily lives.
Read moreNalanda Institute Malaysia will be hosting a Convocation Ceremony for the graduates of BPS307 – Certificate in Buddhist Studies next Saturday, 9 November from 3pm to 5pm. The Convocation is in appreciation of Dhamma teachers, benefactors, supporters, officers and volunteers’ dedication. It is also an occasion to celebrate participants’ hard work and achievements in this course.
Read moreOn Sunday 20 October, members of Nalanda Dhammaduta College gathered to learn more about the visual aspect of Dhamma talks, guided by Bro. Tan Siang Chye. In today’s world we greatly rely on the sense of sight in learning and communicating; hence when used effectively, visual tools are an important aid in relaying the Buddha’s teachings.
Read moreIn the past three days, Nalanda members and volunteers have been privileged to host 11 Dhamma programmes for over 450 people across Peninsula Malaysia! This wonderful weekend started from Friday 18 October, with welcoming our good friends from Firefly Mission Singapore for a study tour of Bujang Valley in Sungai Petani and also hosting Chempaka Buddhist Lodge 千百家佛教居士林 for a Dhamma Camp at Wisdom Park.
Read moreOn Saturday 5 October, over 70 participants and volunteers gathered at Nalanda Centre for the BPS 307 (Certificate in Buddhist Studies) written evaluation. Preparing over the past weeks by revising lecture notes and having group discussions, 55 participants sat for the evaluation, the final part of the certificate course run by Nalanda Institute Malaysia.
Read moreIn the past four months, Nalanda Institute lecturers and facilitators witnessed the diligent progression of BPS 307 (Certificate in Buddhist Studies) participants in studying and reflecting on lecture topics, as well as supporting each other in their learning and assignments.
Read moreOn Saturday 7 September, students of BPS 307 Certificate in Buddhist Studies presented their much-anticipated group assignments to course lecturers and peers. As part of their course assessments, students collaborated in groups to organise experiential learning sessions based on the theme of “Ten Meritorious Deeds” and presented their learning outcomes.
Read moreSince dawn this morning, Nalanda members, devotees and volunteers have been out and about doing service for the benefit of others and exerting effort in Dhamma learning. From Hulu Selangor to Johor Bahru, groups of kalyana mittā have been immersed in various programmes.
Read moreParticipants of BPS 307, Certificate in Buddhist Studies, will gather at Nalanda Centre on Saturday 7 September, for their group presentation to their lecturers and fellow students. Having chosen their topics, each group have been working together to plan and carry out their projects in a meaningful way. We look forward to seeing the fruits of their efforts tomorrow.
Read moreFrom 24 to 25 August, over 80 participants, facilitators and volunteers joined the BPS 307 (Certificate in Buddhist Studies) Experiential Learning Camp at Wisdom Park. Having completed 10 lectures which include self-reflection and assignments, participants were ready to learn how they can apply Dhamma practices in a sustained and systematic manner in their everyday lives.
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