‘Diwali’, or ‘Deepavali’ in Malaysia, is often called the “festival of lights”. The light that abolishes darkness is emblematic of the triumph of goodness over evil; truth over falsehood; and wisdom over ignorance. On this festive occasion, Nalanda Buddhist Society wishes our Hindu friends a “Joyous Diwali” filled with goodwill, harmony, and peace! May you have a wonderful celebration with family and friends, and discover a ‘world of brightness and light’ in others, and within ourselves.
Read moreToday, 31 August 2022, Malaysians here and abroad celebrate the 65th anniversary of our nation’s independence. As a relatively young nation, we have enjoyed peace, progress and stability even as we faced ever-changing and unprecedented trials over the decades. Now as we emerge from the clutches of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is even more critical for us to stand together and face new challenges which arise domestically as well as from global events.
Read moreHave a glimpse of the wonderful Wesak observance we had at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang from 8 – 15 May 2022. This NalandaTV production hopes to share with everyone some of the uplifting moments we had during the auspicious occasion.
Read moreOn the Full-moon day of Vesakha month this year, visitors from near and far thronged Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang to commemorate the Buddha’s Enlightenment 26 centuries ago. While some came to pay their homage and make offerings at the Main Shrine, many also participated in the educational programmes organised from 8 to 15 May.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society wishes our Muslim friends a happy celebration on the arrival of Syawal today. May the fasting and sacrifices you have made over the past month bring you much Peace. This year, many families are able to reunite with their loved ones during this festive season and we hope that your celebrations will be ever more joyous.
Read moreNew Year celebrations abound this week for our friends in many parts of Asia – including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Bangladesh, and many Malaysians of Indian origin, too. As families gather in joyful reunions to welcome the New Year, there are also communities who are facing challenges, including not being able to meet their basic needs.
Read moreHistory has shown that even powerful men were greatly influenced by their mothers during childhood, and grew up inheriting much of the values imparted matrilineally. It is important to understand this matrilineal influence on the development of children, so that we could apply it to benefit humanity infinitely.
Read moreToday, the full-moon of the first lunar month, is known locally as “Chap Goh Meh” and marks the end of the 15-day Lunar New Year celebrations. It is also a significant day for the Chinese community as families would celebrate with another round of joyous reunion, and aspirations for a harmonious and bountiful year ahead.
Read moreNalanda wishes you a joyous and blessed Lunar New Year. During these festivities, Chinese communities around the world celebrate by re-uniting with family and friends. Let us take this time to connect meaningfully with them, as well as conscientiously keeping everyone safe through observing SOPs.
Read moreWe would like to inform you that Nalanda Centre in Sri Serdang will be closed from Monday 24 January to Sunday, 6 February for the Lunar New Year holidays. The Centre will reopen to the public on Monday, 7 February at 10am.
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