On Saturday 11 July, the second session of the BPS 303 Course – Certificate in Buddhist Studies offered by Nalanda Institute’s Department of Buddhist & Pāli Studies was conducted by Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama on the subject of ‘Kamma and Rebirth’.
Read moreSaturday, 4 July marked the commencement of BPS 303 – Certificate in Buddhist Studies, offered by Nalanda Institute’s Department of Buddhist & Pāli Studies. The first session was well-attended by participants from Sri Serdang, as well as from Kelantan via live telecast.
Read moreNalanda Institute’s Department of Buddhist & Pāli Studies is offering a 10-session course – BPS 303 Certificate in Buddhist Studies – commencing 4 July 2015. The course consists of four modules, which are (1) Basic Buddhist Doctrines; (2) Buddhist Devotional Practice; (3) Buddhist Text & Scriptures; and (4) Term Assignment & Evaluation.
Read moreNalanda Institute’s Department of Buddhist & Pāli Studies is offering a 10-session course – BPS 303 Certificate in Buddhist Studies – commencing 4 July 2015. The course consists of four basic modules, which are:
1) Basic Buddhist Doctrines;
2) Buddhist Devotional Practice;
3) Buddhist Text & Scriptures; and
4) Term Assignment & Examination.
From 9 April to 14 May, the Buddhist Society of International Medical University (IMU) in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur organized a series of weekly Dhamma lessons for beginners in Buddhism. Nalanda Founder Bro. Tan was the main speaker for the course, conducting 4 out of 6 lessons there. The Director of Pustaka Nalanda Bro. Ananda Fong and Director of Nalanda Dharma School Sis. Sunanda Ong complemented him by conducting one lesson each.
Read moreOn 19 and 25 April, Nalanda Institute Malaysia conducted two short courses to explain the true significance of Wesak ‘Buddha Day’; the courses were held at NEO Centre Happy Garden and Nalanda Centre Sri Serdang respectively.
Read moreWesak Full-moon Day marks the anniversary of Buddha’s Enlightenment. In preparation to welcome this spiritual day, Nalanda Institute Malaysia is conducting a course on the ‘True Significance of Wesak’, which is suitable for newcomers and students of Buddhism. Discover and understand the true meaning and importance of this occasion, and learn how to properly observe this sacred ‘Buddha Day’.
Read moreOn Saturday 7 February, we were pleased to invite Ms. Yogesvary Alahakone, a Senior Lecturer from a renowned university, to conduct a one-day English course for Nalanda officers and volunteers interested to improve their communication skills. Read more
Report by tour participants Sis. Kwa Ai Ai, Livin Leow and Mudita Chan
A special expedition comprising Nalanda Institute’s Director, officers, and students of BPS402 Higher Certificate in Buddhist Studies set-off for a fabulous study tour to Bujang Valley in Kedah from 4 – 6 October. The entourage of 40 participants was privilege to be guided by Bro. H S Tan and hosted by Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch.
Read moreOver the weekend of 4 – 6 October, Nalanda Institute Malaysia organized a special study tour for BPS402 Higher Certificate students to Bujang Valley, Kedah. Led by Nalanda Institute’s Director Achariya Tan Siang Chye, the group of 40 Nalanda Institute officers and students were privileged to be guided by Bro. H S Tan through the archaeological and historical sites in and around Sungai Petani.
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