We have received the arrival of Ven. Dīpako at 7pm today at Nalanda Centre. It is Ven. Dīpako's maiden visit to Nalanda Centre and he will be delivering a Dhamma talk and guided meditation from 8.30pm to 10.00pm. All are welcome! Ven. Dīpako was born in the city of Rennes, France to parents of Sino-Khmer heritage. During a visit to Southeast Asia, he discovered Wat Pah Nanachat, the International Forest Monastery in Thailand.
Read moreThis morning, Venerable Ayya Sumangala, the abbess of Ariya Vihara, visited Wisdom Park for a site visit in preparation for the upcoming meditation retreat to be held next month. Ayya and her organising team met with the Wisdom Park EXCO led by Sis. Nandini to discuss the retreat programme and logistical arrangements. Following the visit, Nalanda volunteers had the opportunity to joyfully offer dāna to Venerable Ayya.
Read moreOn 15 and 16 September, Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators visited two remarkable Buddhist schools in Thailand – Panyaprateep School in Pak Chong and Thawsi School in Bangkok – as part of their Learning Trip. These visits provided a wonderful opportunity to exchange experiences, gain fresh insights into Buddhist education and strengthen ties with fellow Dhamma educators.
Read moreOn Sunday 20 July, we joyfully hosted Ven. Sajjana, a Burmese monk who is currently pursuing his PhD in Delhi University, India. Sis Nandinī Tan led Ven. Sajjana on a building tour where he expressed particular interest in Nalanda’s Tipitaka and book collection in the Library.
Read moreLast Sunday 22 June, Nalanda Centre youths warmly welcomed 7 students from IMU (International Medical University) Buddhist Society for the weekly Youth Sunday Service as well as an exchange and discussion.
Read moreOn 19 and 20 April, Nalanda members and volunteers hosted 44 members of Seck Kia Eenh (SKE), Melaka who was journeying the greater Klang Valley to visit a few Dhamma communities. This short but fruitful trip was led by SKE’s President Bro. Tan Kim See and members of SKE’s Board of Management.
Read moreOn Sunday 16 March, Nalanda Youth Centre warmly welcomed university students from Xiamen University Malaysia Buddhist Society for a meaningful gathering on the topic of "Blessings in Life." Their visit began with the Patron’s Day joint service, followed by fellowship activities and an inspiring Dhamma sharing by Sis. Sunanda. She shared insights from the Maṅgala Sutta, highlighting three essential qualities for cultivating blessings—Gāravo (reverence) towards teachers and parents, Nivāto (humility) in letting go of ego, and Santutthī (contentment) in overcoming greed and attachment.
Read moreFrom 6 – 8 March, we were honoured to host Ven. Ajahn Nando on his maiden visit to Nalanda. During his stay, devotees had the opportunity to make offerings and learn from Ajahn's Dhamma teaching delivered on Friday, 7 March.
Read moreLast December, 24 members of Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch embarked on a study tour of Bangkok and Ayutthaya. One of the most enriching experience was a visit on 12 December to Buddhadasa Indapañño Archives (BIA) in Bangkok, a pioneering establishment that preserves and propagates the late Venerable Buddhadasa Bhikkhu’s works and teachings.
Read moreFrom 11 – 16 December, 24 members of Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch embarked on a study tour of Thailand. Led by Sis. Nandinī Tan and Bro. David Yap, the entourage strengthened their faith and understanding of Buddhist history by immersing themselves in the rich Buddhist monuments and sites of Bangkok and Ayutthaya.
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