On Saturday 1 April, Nalanda leaders led by President Sis. Buddhinī, went on a leadership exchange visit to Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhist Centre Malaysia 法鼓山马来西亚道场 at their premises in Petaling Jaya. Greeted warmly by Ven. Chang Zao (常藻法师), and leaders of the Society, the group was brought on a tour around the Centre which caters to meditation, training and learning programmes.
Read moreSince 28 March, over 40 young adults have been meeting for the ‘Happy Young Adults’ programme every Tuesday at Nalanda Community Centre Sri Petaling, to develop a deeper understanding of how they can overcome challenges at the workplace. Organised by Nalanda Youth Centre, participants have an average of 6 years work experience and are still charting their career paths whilst facing challenges which are new to them.
Read moreOn Sunday 26 March, more than 130 Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators, parents and students had a joyful outing at Taman Putra Perdana, Putrajaya. In the absence of distractions, families were able to spend quality time supporting each other and strengthen their bonding with each other as well as with their peers.
Read more7 April is celebrated every year as ‘World Health Day’ to raise awareness on the importance of global health. Whilst we look to governments and private organizations for health-care facilities and services, we as individuals hold a larger responsibility towards maintaining our own good physical well-being by eating well and having sufficient exercise as a preventive measure.
Read moreOn Saturday 25 March, 30 volunteers joined a volunteers training programme at NEO KL in Happy Garden to develop their skills in service to the community. Facilitated by Sis. Buddhinī Tan and Bro. Charlie Teng, volunteers recapped their important role in contributing towards a conducive learning experience. Through our sincerity and care, we can better play our part in providing holistic educational opportunities based on Buddha-Dhamma.
Read moreA pint of blood saves up to 3 lives! Blood donation is safe, painless, simple, and one of the most wholesome deeds one can do. We invite you to participate in the Blood Donation Drive at Nalanda Centre on Sunday 7 May, in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance.
Read moreToday, Nalanda leaders comprising the Management and Education teams, have set off on a 4-day learning trip in Thailand led by President Sis. Buddhini Tan. They have just departed KLIA and are heading to Bangkok where they will travel to several monasteries to visit and pay their respects to venerable monks. We wish them safe travels and fruitful learning on this wholesome journey.
Read moreNamo Buddhaya! On the Vesakhā full-moon every year, Buddhists worldwide gather to commemorate the anniversary of Buddha’s Enlightenment. At Nalanda, we are observing this year’s ‘Buddha Day’ from Wednesday 3 May to Sunday 7 May with meaningful educational and spiritual programmes comprising Dhamma talks, meditation, sutta study and special exhibitions.
Read moreJust last weekend, Nalanda Centre was abuzz with activities to host members of the monastic Sangha from across Malaysia. Members and volunteers gathered joyously to welcome, serve and learn from the monks, one of the highest blessings as expounded by the Buddha – Samanānañ ca dassanam translated as ‘sight of the holy men’.
Read moreOn Sunday 19 March, Nalanda Youth Centre hosted 17 students from Nottingham University’s Buddhist Society at the weekly Youth Sunday Service. With a zeal to learn, the youths listened attentively to a Dhamma talk by Sis. Paru on how we can cultivate the five mental faculties (Pañca Indriya) to better manage the challenges in life.
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