Meditation

Meditation programmes organised by Nalanda, or meditation-related topics.

8 April 2016

Be mentally prepared before meditation

On Wednesday 6 April, at Nalanda’s weekly group meditation, Sis. Buddhini shared about the importance of mental preparation before meditation. She explained that it was important for us to be aware of the causes and conditions that disturb us before we can settle our minds and be concentrated.

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25 March 2016

Elective programmes a boost to learning

During the recent Dhamma Living Camp 2016, there were four ‘elective’ sessions where participants could choose to participate in – ‘Meditation for Absolute Beginners’, ‘Learning and Reflecting on Gathas’, ‘Spiritual Reflection’, or ‘Yoga – Basic stretching techniques’.

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6 March 2016

UPM group resumes weekly sitting

On Thursday 3 March, the Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Buddhist Society held its first weekly group meditation for the new semester at Nalanda Centre.  It was led by Venerable Chi Xiang (持向法师), who also gave the undergraduates a Dhamma talk.  The session was well attended and the undergraduates were pleased to resume their regular group sitting after the break.

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31 January 2016

Mindful meditation with Ven. Mangala

On Wednesday 13 January, Venerable Mangala, who was visiting Nalanda Centre with Ven. Sri Pandita Henepola Gunaratana, led the weekly group meditation and Dhamma discussion.  Many Dhamma practitioners came to learn from venerable’s experience and knowledge of mindful meditation.

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19 January 2016

Youths attend meditation retreat

Nalanda Youth Centre started the New Year with a one-day meditation retreat on 9 January. 126 youths from Malaysia and overseas gathered for the retreat which was guided by Nalanda founder, Bro Tan.  The participants benefited from the spiritually uplifting event and agreed that it was a great way to start the New Year!

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11 November 2015

Mental clarity and mindfulness

On Sunday 1 November, Venerable  Ayya Susīlā gave a Dhamma talk on ‘Mindfulness and daily meditation practice’.   The topic is a popular request, even among devotees overseas.  Ayya Susīlā gave the definition of mindfulness, sati, as “keeping the mind in the present moment.  When we keep our minds in the present moment, our minds are clear”.

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1 November 2015

Meditation retreat for UPM students

On Sunday 25 October, a group of 30 undergraduates from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) held a meditation camp at Nalanda Centre. The one-day retreat, from 10am to 10pm, was led by Venerable Bhikshuni Ji-Chi (继持) and Venerable Bhikshuni Chi-Xiang (持向).

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27 October 2015

Guided meditation with Ven. Asabhacara

On Wednesday 21 October, Venerable Sayadaw Asabhacara gave a guided meditation and Dhamma talk at Nalanda Centre.  In his talk, Ven. Asabhacara encouraged devotees to meditate diligently and maintain mindfulness in our daily activities.  Devotees also took the opportunity to clarify doubts on their daily practice during the Q & A session.

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29 September 2015

Tribute to Acharya S. N. Goenka

Today marks the second anniversary of renowned meditation teacher, Acharya Satya Narayan Goenka’s passing on 29 September 2013.  Nalanda Buddhist Society would like to pay tribute to a prodigious teacher who had created the conditions for millions of practitioners to experience the technique and bliss of ‘Vipassana Meditation’ first taught by the Buddha 2,600 years ago.

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18 September 2015

Insightful meditation with Ayya Susīla

On Wednesday 9 September, Nalanda was honoured with Ayya Susīla’s presence to lead us in the weekly group meditation and Dhamma discussion.  Many Dhamma practitioners eagerly turned up to learn from Ayya’s vast experience and knowledge in the field.

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