During the study tour to Borobudur and Yogyakarta, the Nalanda group visited Vihara Mendut, Vihara Dhamma Sundara, Vihara Bodhivamsa, and ancient Buddhist candi in the region. These visits offered opportunities to appreciate the region’s Buddhist heritage and connect with those who continue to nurture the Dhamma today. We are grateful to the local Sangha members, Buddhist leaders, and communities for their warm hospitality, which made the journey especially meaningful and strengthened friendships through our shared faith in the Buddha’s teachings.
Read moreNalanda members and friends returned safely on Sunday night, 11 October, from Nalanda Institute’s enriching five-day Study Tour to Borobudur and Jogjakarta. The journey offered meaningful opportunities for learning, reflection and fellowship. Our special thanks to Venerable Santacitto for guiding us through Borobudur and bringing the stories depicted in its reliefs to life.
Read moreOn Sunday 4 October, following the Sunday Service and lunch dāna at Nalanda Centre, Nalanda youths met with Ven. Vimuttadhammika for a Dhamma chat to seek advice on everyday challenges. During the exchange, Venerable highlighted that individual learning and transformation are the best ways to positively influence those around us.
Read moreEarlier this morning, a team of 36 Nalanda members and friends departed for a five-day study tour to Borobudur and Jogjakarta, Indonesia, from 7 to 11 October. Organised by Nalanda Institute, the journey offers participants opportunities to deepen their appreciation of Buddhist heritage and learn from local Buddhist communities.
Read moreWith 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.
Read moreOn Sunday 13 September, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre for a Dhamma talk by Sis Sunanda Ong on “How to Live Without Fear and Worry”, based on a Dhamma book written in 1989 by the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda. Using the lion as a symbol of fearlessness, Sis Sunanda shared that true fearlessness arises from courage, truth and wisdom - seeing things as they really are. Fear and worry often arise from attachment, cravings, comparison, insecurity and our resistance to the realities of ageing, sickness and death.
Read moreOn Wednesday 5 August, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre for the weekly meditation session, guided by Ven. Dr. Tejawaro Mahāthera, who was back from Taiwan for “The Fragrance of the Dhamma: A Musical & Yoga Performance” (法语花香). The session began with gentle yoga led by yoga teachers, helping participants relax the body from head to toe. Through mindful movements and relaxation, participants gradually settled into a meditation posture, experiencing the transition from movement to stillness.
Read moreOn Sunday 2 August, the Happy Young Adults Programme commenced with the aim of helping young working adults navigate workplace challenges while cultivating wholesome values in their professional and personal lives. The programme also features experienced industry leaders who share practical insights on thriving in today's working world through the lens of the Dhamma.
Read moreOn Sunday 2 August, devotees gathered joyfully at Nalanda Centre, our spiritual home, for the weekly learning and practice of the Dhamma. We were honoured to welcome Datuk Charlie Chia for an engaging sharing on "Practical Buddhism", one of the topics from the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's Dhamma Series.
Read moreDuring the Youth Sunday Service on 19 July, Nalanda youths gathered for an inspiring Dhamma session with Achariya Vijaya, affectionately known as Uncle Vijaya. Continuing the study of the Jayamaṅgala Gāthā, he guided participants through the eighth verse, which recounts how the Buddha compassionately dispelled the wrong views of the Brahmā Baka. Rather than relying on supernatural power or force, the Buddha's victory was won through wisdom, compassion, and the realisation of truth.
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