Buddhist Community

3 October 2026

Nalanda Members’ Day

Nalanda members from the Sri Serdang and Kuala Lumpur Branches are warmly invited to join us for Members’ Day this Sunday, 4 October at 2pm.  Members’ Day is a meaningful occasion for us to reconnect as a Nalanda community, receive updates on the Society’s latest developments, and learn more about our upcoming programmes and plans.

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1 October 2026

Samaggi Morning Service: nurturing friendship and community

On Sunday 27 September, the Nalanda community gathered at Nalanda Centre for a meaningful Samaggi Morning Service, bringing together Dhamma School students, youths, parents and adult devotees for meditation, pūjā offerings and chanting. In her Samaggi speech, Sis Nandinī Tan reflected on the importance of treasuring Nalanda’s 23-year legacy and the legacy of our late spiritual advisor, Ven. Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda (‘Warisan’), while looking ahead with vision (‘Wawasan’). 

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30 September 2026

A joyful Mid-Autumn celebration at Nalanda Kuala Lumpur

On Saturday 26 September, laughter, warm smiles and the glow of lanterns filled NEO Centre, Happy Garden, as about 100 devotees gathered for a joyful Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration hosted by the Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch. The gathering brought together Nalanda Buddhist Society Exco members, Branch Committee members, Family Dhamma School (FDS) students, parents, facilitators and volunteers. 

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23 September 2026

Jayho for your support in the Dhamma Through Drama – The Conquest of Asoka

With hearts full of gratitude, we extend our deepest appreciation to all our guests, families, friends and devotees who came together to support “Dhamma Through Drama – The Conquest of Asoka” on 19 and 20 September.  Your presence, encouragement and support made this special production an especially meaningful offering by the Nalanda community. This production brought together our members, parents, youths and Dhamma School students, who courageously stepped forward to learn and hone their performance skills as an offering to the community.

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22 September 2026

Sanghika Dāna at Serdang Buddhist Association

On Wednesday 16 September, a group of Nalanda members led by Board Member Sis. Evelyn Chow participated in the annual ‘Saṅghika Dāna’ organised by Serdang Buddhist Association in Seri Kembangan. The gathering offered the Buddhist community an opportunity to express gratitude to the Mahā Saṅgha for their dedication in preserving and propagating the Buddha-Sāsana.

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13 September 2026

Gratitude for your support – Family Fun Fair in Johor Bahru

Nalanda Buddhist Society extends our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the Family Fun Fair at NEO Centre Johor Bahru on Sunday, 6 September. With over 70 stalls, lively performances and the wonderful support of the community, the Fair brought together families, friends and volunteers for a joyful day of giving and fellowship.

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12 September 2026

A joyful tradition of giving and serving

On Saturday 5 September, Nalanda Kuala Lumpur branch hosted its monthly Pindacāra at the OUG and Happy Garden markets. We rejoice with heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support of devotees and market stall operators, who continue to offer dāna with such sincerity and generosity.  Their kindness and generosity not only supports the Sangha but also keeps alive the beautiful tradition of Pindacāra in our community.

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9 September 2026

A day of compassion on Silver Lining Day

On Sunday 6 September, 38 Nalanda Youth members, Nalanda Dhamma School teenagers and volunteers visited Bodhi Homecare to engage with the children there for the Silver Lining Day programme.  Organised by Nalanda Youth Centre, this programme provides a platform for youths to practise mettā (loving-kindness) and karuṇā (compassion) through service to the community.

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6 September 2026

Just launched – Family Fun Fair in Johor Bahru

The Family Fun Fair at Nalanda Education and Outreach Center at Johor Jaya has just been launched!  There are over 70 stalls offering a delightful variety of food, beverages, fresh produce and household items as well as performances by our talented students and volunteers. Invite your loved ones along for a wholesome day of giving and fellowship while raising funds to support the provision of community education programmes in Johor Bahru.

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5 September 2026

Nalanda leaders attend Merdeka Blessings Mahā Sanghika Dāna 2026

Nalanda leaders joined fellow Buddhist organisations at the Merdeka Blessings Mahā Sanghika Dāna 2026, organised in conjunction with Malaysia’s National Day celebrations. With the theme “Understanding Unites, Kindness Blesses,” the gathering brought the Buddhist community together in a spirit of harmony, generosity and gratitude, while offering reverence and support to members of the Sangha.

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