The Buddha is the greatest being ever to have existed in the history of mankind. Born as Prince Siddhattha Gotama, heir to the throne of the ‘Sakya Clan’ in 623 BCE, He relinquished the luxuries of royalty and went forth in search of the true meaning of existence when he was 29 years old.
Read moreBuddha Day or ‘Wesak Day’ commemorates the Enlightenment of the Buddha – His liberation from ignorance and suffering. This event took place over 27 centuries ago on the full-moon day in the lunar month of Vesakhā, which falls between April and May in our conventional calendar.
Read moreOn Sunday 27 April, Nalanda Volunteer Centre hosted and welcomed over 100 volunteers to gear up for this year’s ‘Buddha Day’ B.E. 2569 Observance. Both new and regular volunteers learned about the host of programmes and exhibitions planned from 10 to 18 May and gathered with their team leads to deepen their understanding of their roles.
Read moreLet us use our time meaningfully this 'Buddha Day' Observance B.E. 2569, by learning, appreciating and reflecting on the Buddha’s teachings. This year’s Buddha Day theme is ‘Leading a Life of Wisdom and Compassion’ and we invite you to join us to explore this theme in the line-up of Dhamma talks from 11 to 18 May.
Read moreToday is the New-moon day of the holy Vesakhā Month. On these Uposatha (observance) days, the laity devote themselves to a day of restraint, meditation and cultivation of mindfulness. Some may observe the Eight Precepts and listen to or read Dhamma teachings attentively.
Read moreIn conjunction with Wesak celebrations, a Mass Food Offering will be held on ‘Buddha Day’ Monday 12 May, at 5.30pm. This meaningful tradition brings together devotees and the community to cultivate generosity and share blessings. We rejoice in the kind-hearted support of devotees, who make their offerings with joy and sincerity.
Read moreNamo Buddhaya! This year’s Buddha Day commemoration at Nalanda will commence from 10 May to 18 May with a host of Dhamma learning and devotional programmes as listed below. The theme for Buddha Day B.E. 2569 is ‘Living a Life of Wisdom and Compassion’, and we invite you to come explore how we can develop our wisdom and compassion for our own spiritual progress and at the same time to benefit our loved ones, our social circle and the wider community.
Read moreDo you know that a pint of blood can save up to 3 lives? Blood donation is safe, painless, simple, and noble. It is also one of the most wholesome deeds one can do. We invite you participate in the Blood Donation Drive at Nalanda Centre, organised in conjunction with Buddha Day celebrations. Please register in advance to book a suitable slot (link will be issued soon). Thank you!
Read moreTo commemorate Buddha Day in a peaceful and harmonious way, join us for the ‘Peace Walk’ at NEO Centre in Happy Garden. There will be offerings of light refreshments from 6pm, followed by a Dhamma talk at 6.30pm and thereafter the ‘Peace Walk’ around Happy Garden. All are welcome.
Read moreA Mass Food Offering for the public will be held on Wesak Buddha Day, 12 May, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. Every year, devotees bring along food to share and serve the public out of generosity and humility. We rejoice in knowing that many who received food years ago are now offering food to the public in return! Sharing blessings and working together in harmony, this mass food offering is also a wonderful opportunity to cultivate ourselves spiritually.
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