In honour of the legacy of our late Spiritual Advisor, Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda, Nalanda Institute Malaysia will be organising a special Intra-Buddhist Dialogue on Sunday 26 July to commemorate the 20th anniversary of his passing.
Read moreOn Wednesday 24 June, members and devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre to learn Dhamma with Venerable Luang Pu Maha Sawaeng. In his compassionate sharing, Luang Pu reminded us of the great fortune we have today — to encounter the Dhamma and encouraged us to keep the Dhamma and Vinaya close to our hearts, and to walk this path with sincerity. He also emphasised the importance for lay practitioners to diligently observe the Five Precepts as the foundation for a wholesome and peaceful life.
Read moreWe warmly invite you to join us for a Mandarin Dhamma Talk by Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano this Thursday, 25 June. Let us come together at NEO Centre, Happy Garden, Kuala Lumpur, for an evening of Dhamma learning and reflection. The programme will commence at 8pm. All are welcome.
Read moreOn Monday 15 June, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre for the evening Uposatha Service at the start of the annual Gimhāna Period, a special time dedicated to intensified practice and spiritual cultivation. Sis. Nandinī Tan led a reflection on the gradual spiritual evolution from an anāriya (unenlightened being) to an ariya (noble disciple), for devotees to gain clarity on the path of inner transformation. Devotees also deep-dived into the Five Daily Practices observed during the Gimhāna period.
Read moreNalanda has commenced its 12-session Satipatthāna Meditation Programme, held every Wednesday evening from June to September, guiding participants on the Buddha’s direct path to developing mindfulness, awareness and wisdom. In the first two sessions, participants explored the foundations of Satipaṭṭhāna, the cultivation of mindfulness and clear comprehension in daily life. They learned that meditation is not merely about calming the mind, but about developing the ability to observe experiences as they truly are, with understanding and wisdom.
Read moreNext Wednesday 24 June, let us make time and effort to gather and learn from Luang Pu Maha Sawaeng, a highly respected and humble monk who delivers easy to understand yet deeply touching Dhamma talks. The service commences at 8pm at Nalanda Centre in Sri Serdang. Luang Pu studied at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, from 1970 to 1973, where he also helped support temple construction and restoration projects.
Read moreThe 10-week Satipaṭṭhāna Meditation Learning Sessions commence this Wednesday 10 June, at 8pm. We welcome you to join us to learn more about the Four Foundations of Mindfulness and practise together with the support of the community. The first learning session will be guided by Sis. Nandinī Tan. All are welcome.
Read moreOn 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 moreWe invite you to join a 10-week meditation programme introducing the Four Foundations of Mindfulness, based on the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta, in a structured and accessible way to support meditators in developing a grounded daily practice. The programme starts on 10 June to 9 September and sessions are held on Wednesdays from 8pm to 10pm.
Read moreOn Saturday 16 May, the Johor Bahru Branch Family Dhamma School joyfully resumed its sessions as children, parents, and facilitators gathered in preparation for the upcoming Buddha Day Observance, now just two weeks away. Guided by Sis. See Hui Shien and Sis. Saw Geik Cheok, students learned about the life of the Buddha, His Enlightenment, and His noble qualities.
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