Today, as we celebrate Mother’s Day in Malaysia (and in many other countries around the world), it is timely to recollect with gratitude our mothers’ compassion, kindness, and sacrifices over the years, borne out of unconditional love for us.
Read moreWe would like to thank all generous devotees who sponsored three booklets – “Kamma in Buddhism”, “Living in the Present”, and “Getting Started in Mindfulness with Breathing” – for printing and distribution this Wesak.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all volunteers, donors, supporters, and devotees who joined us in the recently concluded 4-day Wesak ‘Buddha Day’ Observance from 7 to 10 May.
Read moreThis year, Selangor will again host a state-level Wesak celebration at the Section 14 Theatre, Shah Alam, on Saturday, 20 May. The celebration is organised by the State government and supported by Selangor Buddhist Development Council. It will showcase traditional and contemporary Buddhist cultural performances from Malaysia and neighbouring countries.
Read moreNalanda wishes all Buddhists throughout the world a joyful and peaceful ‘Buddha Day’. May good teachers continue to inspire us to discover the essence of Dhamma, so that more people follow the Noble Path to Liberation from suffering.
Read moreMessage from Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama, Chairman of Nalanda Education Team
“Honouring the Buddha as our Teacher and Refuge”
This week, we joyfully observe the most important date on the Buddhist calendar as we welcome the year 2561 of the Buddhist Era. It is a time to rejoice spiritually as we reflect with gratitude on how fortunate we are to have taken birth during a time when the Dhamma which was taught by the Sammā Saṃbuddha is still available. We are truly blessed to celebrate every ‘Buddha Day’.
Read moreThe ‘Buddha Day’ Heritage Procession at Nalanda is a unique cultural and spiritual experience. Once a year, the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan by traditionally dressed devotees, to the harmonious beating of drums and gongs. Beautifully hand-crafted paraphernalia is carried by devotees holding candle-lights.
Read moreToday is the eve of Wesak full-moon ‘Buddha Day’. A very significant spiritual moment happened in the life of the Buddha this day before His Enlightenment. He received food offering from Lady Sujata and with strength regained, He sat meditating under the pipal tree throughout the night, and achieved Awakening the next dawn!
Read moreWesak ‘Buddha Day’ commemorates the Blessed One’s Enlightenment 26 centuries ago. This Wednesday’s full-moon marks the 2,561st anniversary of His passing; hence the Buddhist Era (B.E.) 2561. Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centres in Johor Bahru, Sungai Petani, and Kuala Lumpur will observe ‘Buddha Day’ on 9 May (Wesak Eve) and 10 May (Wesak ‘Buddha Day’) with a series of programmes listed here.
Read moreNalanda founder Bro. Tan was invited to launch the ‘Buddha Jayanti’ Exhibition yesterday afternoon accompanied by members of Nalanda Dhamma School. The exhibition is an annual project undertaken by Dhamma School teachers and students to celebrate Wesak ‘Buddha Day’.
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