Pertaining to Nalanda Education & Outreach Centres programmes and activities in KL, JB and SP.
On Tuesday 13 October, the Young Working Adults programme brought together youths to explore how to navigate workplace politics with greater awareness and wisdom. Facilitated by Sis. Foo Ai Li, the session examined how people have different communication styles and approaches at work. While some may seek to advance themselves at the expense of others, we can choose to engage in ‘clean politics’ by building positive relationships without intentionally harming others.
Read moreWe warmly invite everyone to join us for the Thursday Group Meditation session on 29 October at NEO Centre, Kuala Lumpur. The evening begins at 8pm with offerings, chanting and meditation, followed by a Mandarin Dhamma talk by Ven. U Paññāsami. Originally from Sibu, Sarawak, Ven. U Paññāsami ordained as a novice monk (sāmaṇera) under Ven. U Mangala in 2014 and in June 2016, travelled to Myanmar, where he received full ordination as a Bhikkhu (upasampadā) under Pa-Auk Sayadawgyi.
Read moreOn Saturday 26 September, laughter, warm smiles and the glow of lanterns filled NEO Centre, Happy Garden, as about 100 devotees gathered for a joyful Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration hosted by the Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch. The gathering brought together Nalanda Buddhist Society Exco members, Branch Committee members, Family Dhamma School (FDS) students, parents, facilitators and volunteers.
Read moreOn Wednesday 23 September, devotees gathered at NEO Centre Johor Bahru for the weekly Wednesday Meditation, where Ven. Gavesi gave a Dhamma teaching on the practice of meditation. Ven. Gavesi explained the two main types of meditation — Samatha and Vipassanā.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society extends our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the Family Fun Fair at NEO Centre Johor Bahru on Sunday, 6 September. With over 70 stalls, lively performances and the wonderful support of the community, the Fair brought together families, friends and volunteers for a joyful day of giving and fellowship.
Read moreOn Saturday 5 September, Nalanda Kuala Lumpur branch hosted its monthly Pindacāra at the OUG and Happy Garden markets. We rejoice with heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support of devotees and market stall operators, who continue to offer dāna with such sincerity and generosity. Their kindness and generosity not only supports the Sangha but also keeps alive the beautiful tradition of Pindacāra in our community.
Read moreThe Family Fun Fair at Nalanda Education and Outreach Center at Johor Jaya has just been launched! There are over 70 stalls offering a delightful variety of food, beverages, fresh produce and household items as well as performances by our talented students and volunteers. Invite your loved ones along for a wholesome day of giving and fellowship while raising funds to support the provision of community education programmes in Johor Bahru.
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 moreWe warmly invite you and your family to join the monthly Pindacāra (monks’ alms-round) on Saturday 5 September at the Taman O.U.G. morning market (8.30 am) and Happy Garden morning market (9.30 am). This is a great opportunity to support the Sangha, the noble disciples of the Buddha, while cultivating generosity, mindfulness, and kindness within ourselves. By offering alms, we develop wholesome qualities that contribute to our spiritual growth and the well-being of the monastic community.
Read moreThe Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ is back in Johor Bahru! We joyfully invite you, your family and friends to join us for a wholesome day of giving, fellowship and community spirit, while raising funds to support the provision of community education programmes in Johor Bahru. Come and enjoy more than 70 stalls offering a delightful variety of home-cooked food, fresh produce and household items.
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