Culture is a shared way of life which holds a community together in harmony and unity. Buddhist culture is steeped in values of gratitude, humility, mindfulness, care for others and follows the etiquette of a refined behaviour – to be non-offensive, non-obtrusive, and non-obstructive.
Read moreThink 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
Read moreDeveloping 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
Read moreThe 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.
Read moreThe 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.
Read moreIn just one month’s time, Nalanda Buddhist Society will celebrate its 20th Anniversary on 1 May 2023. Established in 2003, with our name bestowed by our late teacher and spiritual adviser, Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda, we have been focussing on providing holistic Buddhist education opportunities based on Buddha-Dhamma.
Read more1 January 2023 marks the 18th Anniversary of Nalanda Dhamma School. Since its inception and through the pandemic, the School has persisted in carrying out the noble mission of providing holistic education to the younger generation of Buddhists, by imparting to them the necessary knowledge, skills, and most importantly, moral values and culture.
Read more22 December 2022 marks the 3rd anniversary of the passing of Venerable Dhammavuddho Mahāthero, a Malaysian monk of Chinese descent who dedicated his life to Dhamma. The late Ven. Dhammavuddho founded Vihara Buddha Gotama, a forest monastery in Perak that serves as a training facility for monks and those aspiring to be monks, as well as for the laity to study and practise Dhamma.
Read moreMankind’s greatest asset is its ability to develop wisdom and transmit it to following generations so that understanding grows progressively. The Buddha is the prime example of someone who developed his wisdom to perfection and taught his followers the secret of happiness to be realised for themselves.
Read moreToday marks 5 years since the passing of the late Madam Chin Kim Lan, better known to us as the beloved ‘Aunty Tan’. Over half a century, Aunty Tan dedicated herself to supporting and raising funds for Buddhist communities, charities and under-privileged groups throughout Malaysia, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh. Even in her nineties, Aunty Tan never relented in her charitable efforts and initiatives. Her benevolent and graceful spirit was infectious, inspiring others to also give of themselves in wholesome service back to the community.
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