Father’s Day is a meaningful occasion to honor and appreciate the fathers and father figures who have shaped our lives with their strength, wisdom, and unwavering support. Beyond providing and protecting, fathers play a crucial role in offering guidance, encouragement, and love — building the foundation upon which we grow. They are teachers, mentors, and friends who impart life lessons through their words and actions. Whether through small, everyday moments or pivotal life decisions, fathers help us navigate challenges, celebrate achievements, and build resilience.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society wishes our Hindu friends observing ‘Thaipusam’ today, a fulfilling celebration of faith and devotion. Preparations which started months in advance to purify the body and mind culminated to this day – may all your wholesome deeds be rightly blessed.
Read moreNalanda wishes you and your loved ones a joyous and blessed Lunar New Year, on this New-moon day of the month Māgha. These holidays are a wonderful opportunity to connect meaningfully with our family and friends so that every moment is one to cherish.
Read moreWith the start of the academic year at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), its Buddhist Society leaders initiated their Dhamma and fellowship gatherings at Nalanda Centre for their new members. Young and energetic, the group relishes the opportunity to receive guidance from spiritual teachers alongside like-minded friends in a conducive learning environment. They also formed a community that can support each other outside the lecture rooms.
Read moreToday 31 October is ‘Diwali’, more commonly called ‘Deepavali’ in Malaysia. This festival of lights celebrates the symbolic victory of goodness over evil; and the triumph of knowledge over ignorance.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society wishes our Muslim friends a joyous celebration of ‘Aidilfitri’ on this first day of Syawal. May the sacrifices you have made over the past year bring you more blessings and Peace. We also wish everyone traveling to visit and rejoice with your loved ones a safe journey. Selamat Hari Raya!
Read moreToday marks the start of Ramadhan fasting month for Muslims around the world. Fasting, one of the five pillars of Islamic faith, means more than not consuming food and drinks during the day. This practice is a way to cleanse the mind from sensual desires and worldly cravings; it is a time of spiritual reflection for the purpose of purifying oneself. We wish our Muslim friends “Selamat Berpuasa”.
Read moreToday is the full-moon day of the first lunar month, marking the celebration of “Chap Goh Meh” (literally, ‘the fifteenth night’) in the local Hokkien dialect. On this significant day for the Chinese community, families traditionally mark the festival with another round of reunion dinners, and make aspirations for a happy and peaceful year ahead.
Read moreNalanda Centre, Youth Centre and Pustaka Nalanda in Sri Serdang reopens today after the week-long Lunar New Year celebrations. Do join us for the first programme of the year this Sunday 18 February for the Morning Service which starts at 9am with meditation, chanting, and a Dhamma talk by Sis. Buddhini Tan. Youths of ages 18 to 28 are invited to join the Youth Sunday Service. We look forward to welcome you at Nalanda Centre!
Read moreOn this first day of the New Lunar year, Nalanda wishes you and your loved ones the blessings of good health, happiness and harmony. In this time of festivities and reunions, let us also embed gratitude, care and love in all that we, so that we create conditions for joyful and meaningful celebrations. To friends who are travelling home, we wish you safe journeys. 新年快乐!
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