Meditation

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

4 May 2025

‘The Gradual Training’ Sutta Study Workshop – reminder to participants

‘The Gradual Training’ Sutta Study with Meditation Workshop will be held next Saturday 10 May at Nalanda Centre.  To prepare for this workshop, registered participants have been studying the workbook prepared by Āyasmā Aggacitta, and attempting the discussion questions with their assigned group and facilitators.  We rejoice in your efforts and look forward to seeing you at the workshop.

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16 April 2025

Ven. Dr. Chandima advise on overcoming the Five Hindrances

On Wednesday 9 April, Ven. Dr. Chandima guided Nalanda members and devotees in meditation and gave a Dhamma talk on ‘How to overcome the Five Hindrances in meditation’.  He guided the meditators to be aware of our emotional state and as we breathe in and out mindfully, to embrace and calm those states.

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10 April 2025

Hosting and learning with Sayadaw Sangharakkhita

From 3 to 8 April, we joyfully hosted Ven. Sayadaw Sangharakkhita on his maiden visit to Nalanda.  Sayadaw, who hails from Korea and served as a Kammaṭṭhānācariya (meditation teacher) and Vinaya (monastic discipline) instructor for monks at Black River Monastery, Myanmar, afforded Nalanda members and devotees many opportunities to reflect on the Buddha’s teachings and cultivate the virtue of generosity over these 6 days. 

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1 April 2025

Ven. Ajahn Cagino at NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur

NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur is honoured to host Ven. Ajahn Cagino for a guided meditation session and Dhamma talk in Mandarin. 

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28 February 2025

Register by 2 March for ‘The Gradual Training’ workshop by Āyasmā Aggacitta

We invite you to register for ‘The Gradual Training’ Sutta Study with Meditation Workshop before the closing date of 2 March. The workshop at Nalanda Centre is conducted by Āyasmā Aggacitta who will guide us to investigate what the suttas say about the nature and development of jhānas.

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26 February 2025

Ven. Prof. K.L. Dhammajoti teaches at NEO Centre KL

On Thursday February 20, Nalanda members and devotees warmly welcomed Venerable Prof. K.L. Dhammajoti to NEO Centre in Happy Garden for a Dhamma teaching.  In today’s busy world where many become more interested in calming the mind, Ven. Dhammajoti aptly shared about the importance of Buddhist meditation and how we should approach it in a holistic manner.

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17 February 2025

Strengthen meditation practice at workshop by Bro. Tan Siang Chye

Over the Thaipusam holiday on Tuesday 11 February, over 40 participants joined the Meditation Workshop guided by Bro. Tan Siang Chye at Nalanda Centre.  Dedicating their day to learning and practice, the group better understood meditation skills and techniques in the Vipassana technique under the Mahasi tradition.

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7 February 2025

‘The Gradual Training’ Workshop by Āyasmā Aggacitta

Registration is now open for the ‘The Gradual Training’ Sutta Study with Meditation Workshop conducted by Āyasmā  Aggacitta to investigate what the suttas say about the nature and development of jhānas as part of a comprehensive, sequential scheme of training.  This workshop is suitable for participants who have a good understanding of core Buddhist concepts and practice, including the Four Noble Truths and Noble Eightfold Path.

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28 January 2025

Eight Blessings series #4 – Peace begins with Me

This holiday period gives the potential for peace to blossom at home and within our community. By beginning each day with a meditation sitting to clear the mind, we can extend kind speech, action and thoughts mindfully throughout the day to create an environment of love and harmony.

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17 January 2025

Meditation Workshop by Bro. Tan Siang Chye

We invite you to register for a One-day Meditation Workshop led by Bro. Tan Siang Chye, a dedicated practitioner with many years of meditation experience.  Held on a public holiday, this workshop is designed to help participants deepen their Vipassana practice and enhance their intensive retreat experience for optimal results.

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