On Saturday 6 July, Nalanda members and devotees gathered for the Uposatha Evening Service to learn from Ven. Ajahn Narindo. He shared that Dhamma cultivation brings us on a path that goes against the worldly norms which can be difficult to walk. However, when we persist in overturning our habitual likes, dislikes and attachments, we will find ourselves experiencing more joy and peace.
Read moreFor the past weeks, Nalanda members and volunteers are working together to prepare for the upcoming Family Fun Fair. Teams from the adult, youth and student groups have been meeting often and harmoniously to discuss and brainstorm ideas to welcome and serve members of the community on Sunday 28 July.
Read moreNalanda members from Sri Serdang and Kuala Lumpur Branches are requested to attend Members’ Day this Sunday 14 July at 3pm. The meeting is an important occasion for members to get updates and discuss the Society’s latest developments, as well as upcoming programmes. We look forward to welcome everyone back to our ‘spiritual home’ at Nalanda Centre.
Read moreWe invite all Family Fun Fair volunteers to attend the Volunteer Briefing this Sunday 1pm, at Nalanda Centre. The briefing includes an introduction to the Family Fun Fair and a familiarisation of your roles with the team leads. We extend our appreciation to you in advance for being a volunteer to serve the community and wish you happy service!
Read moreToday, Nalanda members and volunteers came back to our ‘spiritual home’ on this national public holiday for a joyful day of service. Meetings and discussions were held since the morning for management matters, Family Fun Fair preparations and currently, the community engagement is on-going.
Read moreToday, on the new-moon day of Āsālha, Nalanda members and devotees gathered since morning at Nalanda Centre for a day of cultivation. Alternating between sitting and walking meditation sessions, the group received guidance from Ven. Ajahn Narindo, a monk of Chinese-Malaysian descent who has been residing and training at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.
Read moreDuring the annual Gimhāna Period, Nalanda members and devotees uphold a tradition to dedicate themselves to cultivating the 5 Daily Practices. The 5 Daily Practices are (1) Morning chanting & making noble aspirations, (2) Meditation, (3) Listening to a Dhamma talk / reading a Dhamma book (4) Performing an act of generosity and kindness (5) Evening chanting & reflection.
Read moreOn Thursday 27 June, UPM Buddhist Society (PBUPM) members gathered at Nalanda Centre for their examination blessings ceremony. Guided by Ven. Miao Dao and Ven. You Yue, the university students offered lights at the altar, and reflected on what they can do to mentally prepare for their examinations.
Read moreOn Saturday 6 July, the coming Uposatha new-moon day, we invite you to join us for a day of learning and meditation at Nalanda Centre. Held in conjunction with the Gimhāna Retreat, this Cultivation Day will be guided by Ven. Ajahn Narindo, a monk of Chinese-Malaysian descent who was ordained in 2012 by Luang Por Amaro at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.
Read moreNalanda Family Fun Fair is just 30 days away! This much anticipated gathering to do good for a good cause is on Sunday 28 July from 9am to 3pm. We invite you to support this annual event, where all proceeds are used to fund educational and Dhamma programmes for the community. These are ways in which you can get involved :
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