On Saturday 19 September, members and devotees gathered at the Seri Kembangan markets to participate in the monthly Pindacāra, led by Ven. Pallegama Dhammadinna and Ven. Thanakit from Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple Sentul. The Pindacāra programme served as a fertile training ground for all - monastics, Buddhist practitioners, and the public- to practise dāna and cultivate sīla, while nurturing generosity, humility, mindfulness and a compassionate heart.
Read moreOn Wednesday 16 September, a group of Nalanda members led by Board Member Sis. Evelyn Chow participated in the annual ‘Saṅghika Dāna’ organised by Serdang Buddhist Association in Seri Kembangan. The gathering offered the Buddhist community an opportunity to express gratitude to the Mahā Saṅgha for their dedication in preserving and propagating the Buddha-Sāsana.
Read moreNalanda was honoured to host Ven. Dr. Santacitto from 28 August to 1 September for the Tipiṭaka Workshop and a series of meaningful Dhamma discussions. His stay provided a valuable opportunity for Nalanda members to seek Venerable’s guidance and exchange perspectives on Dhammadūta work and Dhamma practice.
Read moreNalanda leaders joined fellow Buddhist organisations at the Merdeka Blessings Mahā Sanghika Dāna 2026, organised in conjunction with Malaysia’s National Day celebrations. With the theme “Understanding Unites, Kindness Blesses,” the gathering brought the Buddhist community together in a spirit of harmony, generosity and gratitude, while offering reverence and support to members of the Sangha.
Read moreOver the long holiday weekend from 29 – 31 August, more than 100 members and devotees came together for a meaningful Tipitaka Workshop and Sutta Study led by Ven. Dr. Santacitto. Step by step, participants explored the history of how the Buddha’s teachings have been carefully preserved and transmitted through the dedicated efforts of His disciples and generations of practitioners over the past 2,600 years.
Read moreOn Sunday 23 August, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch hosted a group of 40 Buddhist friends from Seck Kia Eenh (SKE), Malacca, including Venerable Anuruddha and SKE President Bro. Tan Kim See, as part of their four-day educational trip to Kedah and Penang. Arriving at the Nalanda Sungai Petani Education & Outreach Centre in the morning, the group was warmly welcomed by Nalanda leaders and members, led by the Nalanda SP Branch's Chairman Dr. Song, before embarking on a learning journey to discover the rich Buddhist heritage of Bujang Valley.
Read more31 August 2026 marked 20 years since the passing of Venerable Dr. Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Maha Thera. On this significant occasion, over 200 devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre to honour our late Spiritual Adviser, recollect his profound legacy, and pay tribute to his life, teachings, and enduring Dhammaduta spirit. The 20th Memorial Observance commenced with the traditional procession of Venerable’s robe, followed by asking for forgiveness, offerings and chanting.
Read moreOn Sunday 30 August, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang, for the Sunday Morning Service and a Dhamma talk by Ven. Dr. Santacitto on why we embrace Buddhism and place our faith in the Buddha’s teachings. Venerable shared that the Buddha’s teachings reveal life as it truly is. From his encounter of the four sights - old age, sickness, death and an ascetic - Prince Siddhartha renounced his privileged life and embarked on a noble search.
Read moreNalanda members and volunteers warmly welcome Ven. Dr. Santacitto from Indonesia to Nalanda Centre in preparation for the Tipiṭaka Workshop, taking place from tomorrow, 29 to 31 August. Over the three-day workshop, participants will have the valuable opportunity to learn from Venerable and deepen our understanding of the Tipiṭaka and the Buddha’s teachings.
Read moreOn Saturday 15 August, Nalanda Buddhist Society, Sri Serdang, conducted its monthly Pindacāra at the Seri Kembangan markets, led by Ven. Ananda and Ven. Sunanda from Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple in Sentul. This meaningful tradition, dating back to the Buddha’s time, gives the community an opportunity to cultivate generosity by offering alms, while supporting monastics in their practice.
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