Catastrophic flash floods struck Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday 26 August, causing widespread devastation to communities, with homes, roads and bridges swept away. According to BBC’s latest live report, more than 350 people have lost their lives, while more than a thousand remain missing as search and rescue efforts continue.
Read moreThe Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ is back in Johor Bahru! We joyfully invite you, your family and friends to join us for a wholesome day of giving, fellowship and community spirit, while raising funds to support the provision of community education programmes in Johor Bahru. Come and enjoy more than 70 stalls offering a delightful variety of home-cooked food, fresh produce and household items.
Read moreToday is the Sāvana Full-moon Uposatha, a valuable occasion for observance and spiritual practice. It is a time to dedicate ourselves to strengthening our Dhamma practice through observing the Eight Precepts, meditation, and listening to Dhamma teachings.
Read moreOn Tuesday 25 August, a public holiday, 20 Nalanda young adults spent a refreshing day surrounded by nature at Rimbamama Farm, Janda Baik. The visit was an opportunity to step away from the busyness of everyday life and reconnect with nature. The group was warmly welcomed by the hosts, Lucy, YK and their son Jien, who shared their family’s efforts to preserve the surrounding forest.
Read moreWe warmly invite you to join us as we commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the passing of our late spiritual adviser, Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda, honouring his remarkable life, profound teachings, and enduring Dhammadūta spirit. The observance will include the procession of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda’s robe, offerings and chanting, followed by a special forum featuring his direct students - Dato’ Seri Victor Wee, Datuk Charlie Chia, and Bro. Benny Liow.
Read moreOn Saturday 15 August, Nalanda Buddhist Society, Sri Serdang, conducted its monthly Pindacāra at the Seri Kembangan markets, led by Ven. Ananda and Ven. Sunanda from Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple in Sentul. This meaningful tradition, dating back to the Buddha’s time, gives the community an opportunity to cultivate generosity by offering alms, while supporting monastics in their practice.
Read moreWe warmly invite you to join us this Sunday for a wholesome morning of Dhamma learning with Ven. Dr. Santacitto from Indonesia. The programme begins at 9am with meditation and chanting, followed by a Dhamma teaching by Venerable. Thereafter, devotees are invited to participate in the lunch dāna, an opportunity to cultivate generosity and rejoice in the goodness of giving.
Read moreOn Sunday 23 August, Nalanda volunteers gathered for an Appreciation Session to rejoice in the kind efforts that made the Nalanda Family Fun Fair a meaningful celebration of community. Bro. Vincent, Chairperson of the Family Fun Fair, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to all volunteers for their generous service and support.
Read moreTake a moment to watch our Nalanda Family Fun Fair video and relive the joy shared by everyone who came together - from near and far, young and old, regardless of background or stature, all for a wholesome and meaningful cause of supporting holistic Buddhist education.
Read moreAt the Family Fun Fair on 16 August, residents and representatives from welfare homes joined the joyful community gathering to purchase essential items and supplies that they needed. Through the generous support of donors and well-wishers, they were able to make good use of the wide variety of food, household items and necessities available at the Fair.
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