Today marks the New-moon Uposatha of the ‘Kattika’ month, a meaningful occasion to deepen our Dhamma practice through observing the Eight Precepts, cultivating mindfulness through meditation, and listening to Dhamma teachings.
Read moreToday, Sunday 8 November, we join our Hindu friends in celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights. May this joyous occasion bring happiness, peace and harmony to all. The lighting of lamps reminds us of the timeless aspiration to dispel darkness with light. In the Buddha’s teachings, this reflects our journey from ignorance to wisdom, from unwholesome thoughts to wholesome intentions, and from suffering towards liberation.
Read moreOn Sunday 1 November, Nalanda’s Sunday Morning Service volunteers participated in a training session on “Facilitation Skills,” led by Sis. Paruadi Ramasamy, Director of the Training and Enhancement Centre (TEC). The interactive session introduced key principles of effective facilitation, equipping participants with practical skills to guide discussions, encourage participation, and foster a conducive learning environment.
Read moreWe are honoured to welcome Ven. Ajahn Pavaro back to Nalanda for a Dhamma teaching on 15 November. The Sunday service begins at 9am with meditation, offerings and chanting, followed by a Dhamma teaching by Ven. Ajahn Pavaro.
Read moreOn Sunday 1 November, 45 youths aged 18 to 35 gathered at Nalanda Centre for a full-day Youth Meditation programme guided by Bro. Tan Siang Chye. Youths explored ways to understand their own minds and develop skills to manage anxiety, overthinking and distraction.
Read moreOn Saturday 31 October, participants of BPS 404, Higher Certificate in Buddhist Studies, presented their group projects to their lecturers and peers. Each group explored the spread of Buddhism across Asia, examining the historical and cultural factors that enabled the Dhamma to be adopted, practised, propagated and preserved across different societies.
Read moreOn Saturday 31 October, a group of Nalanda members visited the Buddhist Missionary Society Malaysia (BMSM) Pa-Auk Dhammavijaya Meditation Centre in Dengkil, Selangor, to commemorate the 20th Memorial Anniversary of the late Venerable Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda, Nalanda’s late Spiritual Advisor.
Read moreWhat if a little of your time could make a lasting difference in a young person’s life? At Nalanda Dhamma School, we believe that education goes beyond imparting knowledge. It is about nurturing good hearts, developing wise minds, and helping young people grow into kind, responsible and compassionate individuals. As facilitators, we have the privilege of walking alongside our students, guiding them through life’s lessons and inspiring them to put the Dhamma into practice.
Read moreOn Thursday 29 October, devotees gathered at Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Kuala Lumpur for a Dhamma teaching by Ven. U Paññasāmi. The session began with guided mettā meditation, followed by a Dhamma talk and a question-and-answer session.
Read moreWe invite you to join us for the monthly educational Pindacāra (monks going on alms-round) at Taman O.U.G. and Happy Garden markets this Saturday at 8.30am. You may bring with you, cooked vegetarian food or ripe fruits as offerings to the venerable monks.
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