On Sunday 12 July, devotees were delighted to have Nalanda Founder, Bro. Tan’s presence during the morning Service. He gave a short teaching on the significance of taking refuge in the ‘Three Jewels’. Bro. Tan also advised us on how we can protect ourselves by being mindful and having disciplined thoughts.
Read moreOn Wednesday 8 July, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre for meditation practice and learning together with like-minded friends. After the sitting session, Sis. Buddhini gave a Dhamma sharing on “The Two Kinds of Thoughts” quoting ‘Majjhima Nikāya’ (MN.19) – “Dvedhavitakka Sutta”. She concluded the sharing by emphasising an instruction from the Buddha to monks – “meditate, bhikkhus, do not delay or else you will regret it later”. Let’s continue to learn the Dhamma and practice with understanding towards liberation from suffering.
Read moreSaturday, 4 July marked the commencement of BPS 303 – Certificate in Buddhist Studies, offered by Nalanda Institute’s Department of Buddhist & Pāli Studies. The first session was well-attended by participants from Sri Serdang, as well as from Kelantan via live telecast.
Read moreOn Saturday 4 July, Nalandian youths initiated an intensive 10-week programme for deepening their learning and practice of the Dhamma. After a 45-minute meditation, the youths discussed the ‘Ratthapāla Sutta’ from the ‘Majjhima Nikaya’ (MN 82) in relation to their daily experiences. We rejoice in the youths’ zealous spirit to walk along the path of Dhamma. Sadhu anumodana!
Read moreOn Sunday 28 June, Nalandians came together at NEO Centre Johor Bahru in their uniforms (white top and sarong) to observe their first ‘Samaggi’ Day which is on the last Sunday of every month. The meaning of ‘Samaggi’ is unity and harmony.
Read moreOn Saturday 27 June, members of Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch came together eagerly for the monthly Members’ Day gathering. Members watched a video recording of Nalanda Founder Bro. Tan’s teaching on “Taking Refuge”, where he explained the significance of taking refuge in the Three Jewels properly and with understanding.
Read moreOn Saturday 23 May, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch held our monthly Members’ Day with much joy, especially with the presence of Nalanda Founder Bro Tan. During the meeting, Sis. Ooi Joo See shared with members on the important subject of the “Noble Eightfold Path”. Bro. Tan then elaborated on the seven stages of purification** (see Note below), quoting from ‘Rathavinīta Sutta’ – ‘The Relay Chariots’ (Majjhima Nikāya No. 24). This is the gradual course of practising Dhamma to its complete fruition – in stages from one to seven.
Read more“A monk, having gone to the woods, to the shade of a tree, or to an empty hut, sits down cross legged, holding his body erect, and setting mindfulness to the fore: mindfully, he breathes in; mindfully he breathes out.
Read moreDavid Robson has published an insightful article at BBC’s webpage on why some smart people are also sad people! In his essay ‘The downside of being clever’, he pointed out the limitations and even ‘dangers’ of intelligence. Instead of training our children to be more ‘intelligent’, or trying to recruit ‘intelligent employees’, he recommends turning our minds to develop an age-old quality: “wisdom”. Read this ‘smart’ article here: http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20150413-the-downsides-of-being-clever
Read moreDan Harris talks about his Buddhist ‘discovery’
American news anchorman for ABC Dan Harris recently talked about his ‘discovery’ of Buddha’s teaching which had a life-changing impact. Suffering from anxiety and depression, he spoke about how mindful meditation helped him regain happiness in life. Read more about his story at the CNN link below.
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