On 30 May, devotees gathered at the Nalanda Centre to celebrate Buddha Day Eve with Buddha Puja, meditation, reflection and Dhamma learning. The atmosphere was filled with devotion and mindfulness as participants engaged in practices that honour the life and teachings of the Buddha. The Dhamma talk, delivered by Sis. Paruadi, focused on the extraordinary life journey of the Buddha. She emphasized that the Buddha is a remarkable being who arises in the world for the benefit and happiness of many.
Read moreYesterday, on the Wesak full-moon day, the community came together to commemorate the most auspicious day of the Buddhist calendar. From 7am all the way to 10pm, devotees had opportunities to learn Dhamma, cultivate mindfulness & generosity, practice kindness and perform good deeds.
Read moreWe warmly await your arrival to join us for the Heritage Procession taking place this evening at 7pm at Nalanda Centre. This is a a unique cultural experience where the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs. Accompanying the heritage procession are beautifully handcrafted traditional paraphernalias such as parasols and blessings fans, and also devotees carrying lighted up lotus candle holders walking mindfully and peacefully.
Read moreTwo special exhibitions at Nalanda Centre have just been launched on Sunday 31 May 2026 in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance B.E 2570. We invite you to come and view these exhibits to appreciate the Dhamma propagation efforts from pre-Merdeka days to plans for the future. All are welcome.
Read moreOn Sunday 31 May 2026, millions of Buddhists around the world will commemorate the Birth, Enlightenment, and Parinibbāna of the Buddha — a sacred occasion known as Wesak or Buddha Day. It is the most significant day in the Buddhist calendar, carrying a profound sense of spirituality, reflection, and gratitude. In recent years, humanity has faced immense suffering through disasters, conflicts, environmental crises, and growing social divisions. Despite remarkable advances in science, technology, and material prosperity, many people continue to experience anxiety, dissatisfaction, and uncertainty. This reminds us that material progress alone cannot guarantee genuine happiness or inner peace.
Read moreBuddha Day Observance commences this evening (30 May 2026). This week-long observance starts at 8pm tonight with Buddha Day Eve Service featuring Buddha Pūja, offerings, meditation and a Dhamma talk by Sis. Paruadi Ramasamy on “The Buddha’s Life Journey”. Let us gather with spiritual friends to reflect on the Buddha’s path to enlightenment and liberation.
Read moreWe warmly welcome you to Nalanda Centre this coming week for Buddha Day programmes held from Saturday 30 May to Sunday 7 June. If you are taking the MRT Putrajaya line which covers areas from Kwasa Damansara, Kepong Baru, Jalan Ipoh, KLCC, to Putrajaya Sentral, alight at the UPM Station which is just 1 km or a 13-minute minute walk from Nalanda Centre.
Read moreThis year’s Buddha Day Observance at Nalanda Buddhist Society will span a week from Saturday, 30 May to Sunday, 7 June. The Organising Committee led by Sis. Livin Leow and Sis. Loh Pei Qi began preparations two months ago, with working teams comprising members from across the Society’s learning divisions — bringing together devotees, youths, Dhamma School students, and volunteers in a spirit of unity and service.
Read moreToday, Wedneday May 27 is a public holiday and Nalanda Centre is abuzz with activities as the community came together for a day of meaningful service to prepare for the week-long Buddha Day Observance. The Sunday Morning Service team, Exhibition teams, Dhamma School facilitators and students, along with dedicated volunteers and youths offered their service to complete the special Exhibitions, rehearse performances, clean the Centre, finalise programmes and more.
Read moreCome join the iconic Heritage Procession on Wesak Full-moon Buddha Day, 31 May, at 7pm, followed by Dhamma Appreciation Night at Nalanda. Experience a unique cultural experience where the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs, accompanied by hand-crafted paraphernalia carried by traditionally-dressed devotees.
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