On Monday 16 September, Nalanda leaders attended the blessing ceremony organised by Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhist Centre Malaysia 法鼓山马来西亚道场, in celebration of the centre’s 25th Anniversary. The ceremony was held with the theme “A World of Blessings”, offering well-wishes and blessings for the nation's peace and prosperity on Malaysia Day.
Read moreOn Monday 16 September, Nalanda representatives, led by President Sis. Buddhinī Tan, participated in the ‘Sanghika Dana’ organised by Serdang Buddhist Association in Seri Kembangan. This meaningful event has been held annually for the past decade to honour the dedication and efforts of both past and present Sangha members in upholding the Buddha Sāsana. In the presence of over 100 venerable monks and nuns, the Buddhist community made offerings to the Maha Sangha, with hearts full of joy and gratitude.
Read moreToday on 31 August 2024, Malaysians the world over mark our nation’s 67th Independence Day. We are thankful to be able to observe this milestone in relative peace and prosperity. Let us reflect on the theme ‘Jiwa Merdeka’ and how we can embody this to free ourselves from negative actions, emotions and thoughts as well as our part to play in contributing to a harmonious and united nation.
Read moreToday is the Republic of Singapore’s 59th National Day. This year's theme – “Together, As One United People” highlights the importance of collective strength and the importance of individuals rallying together to uplift those around us.
Read moreTomorrow marks the grand opening of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, a spectacle of athletic prowess and international camaraderie. For the first time in the history of Olympic Summer Games, the Opening Ceremony will not take place in a stadium, but in the heart of the city of Paris.
Read moreToday, 17 July 2024, marks the tenth anniversary of the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 which was tragically shot down over eastern Ukraine, resulting in the loss of 298 lives. The Boeing 777, en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur, was struck by a surface-to-air missile in an area of intense conflict.
Read moreOn Saturday 29 June, Nalanda leaders joined our kalyana mittā at Kinrara Metta Buddhist Society (KMBS) to celebrate KMBS’s 20th Anniversary themed “Metta Starts with Me”. Over the past 20 years, KMBS has served its community with compassion, care and harmoninously, providing a nurturing environment for individuals seeking Dhamma as life refuge.
Read moreOn Thursday 27 June, UPM Buddhist Society (PBUPM) members gathered at Nalanda Centre for their examination blessings ceremony. Guided by Ven. Miao Dao and Ven. You Yue, the university students offered lights at the altar, and reflected on what they can do to mentally prepare for their examinations.
Read moreOn Saturday 26 June, the Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia (TBCM) had its 13th Annual General Meeting with the participation of 27 member societies. Representing Nalanda was Deputy President, Bro. Charlie Teng and Honorary Secretary, Sis. Livin Leow. The meeting deliberated the Council’s past year activities, and its medium to longer term programmes.
Read moreOver Wesak last month, Buddhist communities observed this holy period by gathering with like-minded friends to pay homage to the Buddha. Nalanda leaders gladly joined Wesak programmes to connect with fellow missionaries at the Selangor State-level Wesak celebration and observances organised by Taiwan Buddhist Tzu-Chi Foundation Malaysia and Serdang Buddhist Association.
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