News & Updates

28 April 2023

Reaching out & enriching lives

Think not lightly of doing good, saying, "It will not come to me." Drop by drop is the water pot filled. Likewise, the wise man, gathering it little by little, fills himself with good. - Dhammapada verse 122

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27 April 2023

Learning & growing together

Developing skillful ways to live in accordance to Dhamma gives rise to peace and wisdom.  As a community, we encourage each other to learn and grow together by meeting frequently in unity, communicating effectively, and supporting each other in our spiritual journey

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26 April 2023

The ‘Miracle of Education’

The Buddha’s teachings form the core of all our programmes, courses and camps.  We draw from the vast trove of Buddhist wisdom and tailor what is most essential for one to understand and live in accordance to the Dhamma in order to experience the ‘Miracle of Education’. We also integrate experiential learning, reflection, collaboration and community service for a complete educational experience and growth towards a more meaningful life.

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25 April 2023

Holistic education for integral human development

The goal of education is to achieve balanced and integral growth in people, imbued with reasoning, grace and a sense of well-being in life.  Education must also make people more humane and compassionate.  Guided by wisdom, the educated person illuminates the world like a shining beacon of virtuous living.

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24 April 2023

He bestowed upon us the name ‘Nalanda’

Two decades ago, our late Spiritual Adviser, Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Thero (1918 – 2006) bestowed upon us the name “Nalanda” meaning ‘the giving of knowledge and wisdom’.  It imbued upon our founding members a sense of purpose and mission to live up to the educational legacy of the ancient Nālandā Māha Vihāra in India.

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23 April 2023

Register for Blood Donation Drive

We invite you to participate in the Blood Donation Drive at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang on Sunday 7 May, 10 am - 4 pm, held in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance.  Blood donation is safe, painless, simple, and one of the most wholesome deeds one can do. 

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22 April 2023

Take action this ‘Earth Day’

To celebrate ‘Earth Day’ today on 22 April, volunteers gathered at Wisdom Park to plant 12 trees, bringing the total count of trees planted here to over 1800.  As the trees grow and mature, they will gift us fresher air and become a refuge for bees, birds, and many more beings.  In years to come, their canopies will also fill out and ease the temperatures here.

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22 April 2023

Selamat Hari Raya to our Muslim friends

Nalanda Buddhist Society wishes our Muslim friends a joyous celebration of ‘Aidilfitri’ this first day of Syawal.  May the fasting, sacrifices and reflections of the past month bring you much Peace.  We wish you and your loved ones harmonious and joyous reunions.  Salam Aidilfitri.

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21 April 2023

Film Screening & Director’s sharing – ‘Dhammayatra’ 正觉之道

‘Dhammayatra’ is a spiritual pilgrimage to retrace the path taken by our Enlightened Teacher 2,600 years ago, and to discover the timeless beauty and efficacy of His marvellous teachings.  We invite you to join us on Friday 5 May 8pm, for a special screening of the documentary film ‘Dhammayatra - A Journey of Self-Discovery’ (Mandarin with English subtitles), as part of Buddha Day Observance.

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20 April 2023

Buddha Day Heritage Procession

The Buddha Day Heritage Procession at Nalanda is a unique cultural experience for the whole community to gather for a spiritual experience.  It is the only Heritage Procession in Malaysia where the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs, accompanied by beautifully hand-crafted paraphernalia carried by traditionally-dressed devotees.

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