On Wednesday 15 July, Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch hosted its Weekly Meditation & Dhamma Talk, led by Venerable Ajahn Nandiyo. Speaking on the theme "Knowing", Ajahn explained that while conventional knowledge is useful in daily life, the Buddha pointed to a deeper kind of knowing (ñāṇa)—direct experiential wisdom that leads to the end of suffering.
Read moreFrom 17 to 19 July, Wisdom Park hosted a Meditation Retreat organised by Bodhi Heartz Buddhist Society, drawing over 40 participants for a period of dedicated practice and learning. The retreat was led by Venerable Miao Lin (Tsunma Rangrik), whose guidance provided participants with valuable insights into meditation and the cultivation of mindfulness.
Read moreJoin us this Sunday for a meaningful morning as respected monastic from the Theravāda, Mahāyāna, and Vajrayāna traditions come together to share how the Buddha's Teaching is preserved and propagated in today's world. Our distinguished speakers: Ven. U Paññāsāmi (慧主法师) from Dhamma Earth (法域) – specialising in Pāli Canon studies, meditation, and Dhamma education.
Read moreOn Saturday 18 July, Nalanda leaders and members warmly welcomed Sangha members and devotees from the Sasana Abhiwurdhi Wardhana Society (SAWS) to Nalanda Centre. Led by Bro. A. Hemadasa, the group visited the 'Terima Kasih, Dhammananda' Special Exhibition, presented in conjunction with the 20th Memorial Observance of our late Spiritual Advisor, Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda.
Read moreOn Saturday 18 July, Nalanda members and volunteers gathered for the monthly Pindacāra (alms-round) at Seri Kembangan Market, led by Ven. Shaikat and Ven. Metta Vihari. As the venerable monks walked mindfully through the bustling market, many stall vendors, shoppers, and passers-by came forward to offer food and requisites with faith, devotion, and joy.
Read moreIn honour of the legacy of our late Spiritual Advisor, Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda, Nalanda Institute Malaysia will be organising a special Intra-Buddhist Dialogue on next Sunday, 26 July to commemorate the 20th anniversary of his passing.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia extends our heartfelt felicitations to Ven. Ajahn Jayasaro on being conferred the title of Somdet Phra Ratchakhana. Ajahn is the first foreign-born monk in Thailand to receive this highest ecclesiastical honour. As reported by The Nation Thailand on 14 July 2026, this royal recognition is a fitting tribute to his decades of exemplary monastic discipline, profound wisdom, and outstanding contributions to the preservation and propagation of the Buddha's teachings.
Read moreNalanda Centre was honoured to host a one-day Metta Meditation Retreat organised by Serdang Buddhist Association on Saturday 11 July, welcoming 90 participants for a wholesome day of meditation and Dhamma learning under the guidance of Ven. U Paññasami. Throughout the retreat, participants learnt the true meaning of mettā (loving-kindness), cultivating a heart of goodwill towards family, friends, including those with whom they may experience difficulties, and all beings.
Read moreCome and join the ‘Pindacāra’ programme in Seri Kembangan this Saturday 18 July at the Pasar Basah Bazar Rakyat. The alms-round will start at 8.30am at the market. Volunteers will gather at Nalanda Centre at 7.30am. After the alms-round, we also invite you for the offering of lunch dāna to venerable monks at Nalanda Centre.
Read moreOn Thursday 9 July, the Nalanda community was honoured to welcome Ven. Ajahn Kalyano to NEO Centre K.L. for a joyful evening of Dhamma. Ajahn reminded us that we are fortunate to have a supportive place and community for Dhamma learning and practice — this rare opportunity that should not be taken for granted. It remains up to each of us to make good use of these conditions with a sense of urgency.
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