On Sunday 9 November, Nalanda members and devotees gathered for the commemoration of the annual ‘Sangha Day’ at Nalanda Centre. The service started with meditation, offerings, chanting, followed by Dhamma talks in English and Mandarin by Bro. Tan Siang Chye and Sis. Nandinī Tan on the indispensable role of the Sangha in our spiritual journey. Their reflections reminded us of the noble aspirations of the monastic community and the importance of lay support in sustaining their noble pursuit.
Read moreFrom Wednesday 29 October to Sunday 2 November, Plum Village Malaysia held a Mindfulness Retreat at Wisdom Park, under the guidance of monastic members from across the region. Over the five days, 85 participants and volunteers deepened their learning and practice of mindfulness as they explored the theme “You Have Enough”.
Read moreWe look forward to welcome you and your family this Sunday, 9 November for ‘Sangha Day’. The Observance starts with meditation and chanting, followed by concurrent Dhamma talks in English by Bro. Tan Siang Chye and in Mandarin by Sis. Nandini Tan. With deepened understanding, we shall then make the offerings of robe & requisite to Sangha members. We will together offer lunch dana to Sangha members. Lunch will be served for devotees as well.
Read moreLast Saturday 1 November, the Pindacāra programme was especially endearing with the presence of Ven. Sucitta a bhikkhu (monk), Ven. Ayya Sanghamitta a bhikkhunī (nun), upāsakas (male lay followers), and upāsikās (female lay followers). The community at the O.U.G. and Happy Garden markets made offerings to the Sangha members with joy and reverence.
Read moreWe invite you to join us in observing the annual ‘Sangha Day’ at Nalanda Centre on Sunday, 9 November. This is an important occasion for Buddhists to honour the virtues and contributions of the monastic community. Devotees express gratitude to monks and nuns who strive diligently in practising the Dhamma, and teaching it for the benefit of mankind.
Read moreOn Saturday 18 October, Nalanda members and volunteers gathered at the Seri Kembangan morning market for the monthly Pindacāra (monks on alms-round) programme with faith and joy. As the venerable monks walked calmly through the market lanes, many devotees and stall owners paused their busy routines to respectfully offer alms with palms joined in reverence.
Read moreOn Saturday 4 October, the community at O.U.G. and Happy Garden morning markets gave freely and whole-heartedly in support of the Sangha once again. This monthly programme is endearing to market-goers and stall operators who are grateful for the opportunity to give to those who are worthy.
Read moreToday is the full moon of the ‘Assayuja’ month, a significant Buddhist observance marking the conclusion of the three-month Rains Retreat (‘Vassana’) for Theravāda monks. On this sacred Uposatha day, let us come together in faith and devotion to engage in wholesome practices - observing the Eight Precepts, cultivating mindfulness through meditation, chanting, and offering alms to the monastic community. May this occasion inspire us to renew our commitment to the Dhamma, deepen our practice, and walk steadfastly on the noble path toward liberation.
Read moreOn Saturday 20 September, Nalanda members and volunteers conducted the monthly Pindacāra (monks on alms-round) at the morning markets in Seri Kembangan. Encouraged by the opportunity to do good, many from the local and market community are regularly participating, joyfully offering food and requisites with faith and gratitude.
Read moreFrom 12 to 16 September, 20 Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators travelled to Thailand for a meaningful study tour in conjunction with the school’s 20th anniversary. Led by Nalanda Buddhist Society President, Sis. Buddhinī Tan, and Director of Nalanda Dhamma School, Sis. See Hui Shien, the trip centred on learning from revered monastic teachers.
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