On 7 and 8 November, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch was honoured to host a two-day Dhamma Retreat led by Venerable Kittisobhano (Bhante Huat Poh). Through relatable examples, Venerable guided participants to understand the Wisdom of “seeing things as they truly are”. Venerable explained that while generosity, morality, and meditation exist in many traditions, the distinctive strength of the Buddha-Dhamma lies in its wisdom that leads one beyond suffering. He highlighted that suffering arises when we mistakenly take the temporary aggregation of the five aggregates as a permanent “self”.
Read moreDon’t miss this rare opportunity to gather with spiritual friends from across the region at WACANA 2025. Join us for a day of discovering how we can create communities that nurture joy, peace and wisdom. Secure your seat now!
Read moreBring Dhamma to life through impactful and inspiring designs. Nalanda is inviting applications for a Creative Design Associate to join our dedicated team. This is a meaningful opportunity for individuals between the ages 18 to 35 with a passion for visual storytelling and Buddhist values to contribute their creativity in service of the community. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
Read moreWe have received the arrival of Ven. Dīpako at 7pm today at Nalanda Centre. It is Ven. Dīpako's maiden visit to Nalanda Centre and he will be delivering a Dhamma talk and guided meditation from 8.30pm to 10.00pm. All are welcome! Ven. Dīpako was born in the city of Rennes, France to parents of Sino-Khmer heritage. During a visit to Southeast Asia, he discovered Wat Pah Nanachat, the International Forest Monastery in Thailand.
Read moreIn this video, WACANA forum chairperson Sis. Amanda Chen shares about the need to nurture dynamic and spiritual youth communities, which will be addressed in FORUM F2 – YOUTHS.
Read moreOn Sunday 9 November, Nalanda members and devotees gathered for the commemoration of the annual ‘Sangha Day’ at Nalanda Centre. The service started with meditation, offerings, chanting, followed by Dhamma talks in English and Mandarin by Bro. Tan Siang Chye and Sis. Nandinī Tan on the indispensable role of the Sangha in our spiritual journey. Their reflections reminded us of the noble aspirations of the monastic community and the importance of lay support in sustaining their noble pursuit.
Read moreOn Sunday 2 November, Nalanda members came together for the last Members' Day of the year. It was a time for rejoice as we welcomed new members who have been serving devotedly in the Dhamma School. Members also received the latest Society updates and 2026 programmes info from the EXCO.
Read moreJoin us for the Weekly Group Meditation this Wednesday, 12 November. The programme will begin at 8.30pm with chanting and meditation, followed by a Dhamma talk by Ven. Dīpako. Ven. Dīpako was born in the city of Rennes to parents of Sino-Khmer heritage. During a visit to Southeast Asia, he discovered Wat Pah Nanachat, the International Forest Monastery in Thailand. He developed a keen interest in meditation and the monastic way of life, leading him to become a bhikkhu at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in England in 2014. Ven. Dīpako currently resides in Panyagiri Barcelona.
Read moreFrom Wednesday 29 October to Sunday 2 November, Plum Village Malaysia held a Mindfulness Retreat at Wisdom Park, under the guidance of monastic members from across the region. Over the five days, 85 participants and volunteers deepened their learning and practice of mindfulness as they explored the theme “You Have Enough”.
Read moreWe look forward to welcome you and your family this Sunday, 9 November for ‘Sangha Day’. The Observance starts with meditation and chanting, followed by concurrent Dhamma talks in English by Bro. Tan Siang Chye and in Mandarin by Sis. Nandini Tan. With deepened understanding, we shall then make the offerings of robe & requisite to Sangha members. We will together offer lunch dana to Sangha members. Lunch will be served for devotees as well.
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