Wacana

Pertaining to Wacana Buddhist Conferences organised by Nalanda Institute.

2 October 2025

Nurturing wisdom together

On Sunday 28 September, families gathered once again at the Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Family Dhamma School for a warm and engaging session of shared learning. The School continues to be more than a weekly class, it is a living practice-space where parents and children walk the Dhamma path together, nurturing kindness, patience, and wise speech through everyday activities.

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30 September 2025

Working joyfully together for WACANA 2025

Preparations of WACANA 2025 are well underway, as the organising team works diligently to ensure a meaningful and inspiring conference for all participants. On Saturday 27 September, the WACANA Working Team gathered at Nalanda Centre to review progress, share updates on preparations, and coordinate efforts for smooth and effective collaboration.

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24 September 2025

WACANA 2025 briefing at Metta Lodge J.B.

On Saturday 20 September, the WACANA 2025 Programme Team visited Metta Lodge Pusat Buddhist Johor, to brief their EXCO on the upcoming Buddhist Conference.

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18 September 2025

WACANA 2025 Buddhist Conference

WACANA is the premier Malaysian Buddhist Conference where the Sangha and laity gather to discuss pertinent issues that affect the Buddhist movement. Find out more at wacana.nalanda.org.my.

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8 September 2025

WACANA Programme Team deep in planning

In the past months, the WACANA Programme Team has been meeting often to plan for the sixth Buddhist Conference, upcoming on 20 December 2025.  The team led by Director of Nalanda Institute Malaysia, Bro. Tan Siang Chye, assessed the needs and challenges of the community, and further consulted with respected teachers as well as Buddhist leaders to compose a meaningful event for the Buddhist community.

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4 September 2025

WACANA 2025 Buddhist Conference

Nalanda Institute Malaysia and Theravāda Buddhist Council of Malaysia are organising WACANA 2025 Buddhist Conference on Saturday 20 December, in Menara KEN, TTDI Kuala Lumpur.  The theme for this year’s conference is “Awakening to Community Well-being : Contemporary Approaches ”. Find out more at wacana.nalanda.org.my and register today!

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9 August 2025

Joyful day working for the Sāsana

Today was a day of joyful service as Nalanda members and volunteers came together to plan and prepare for upcoming events and projects. We extend our appreciation to everyone for their commitment and support towards holistic Buddhist education.  We also look forward to receiving the Family Fun Fair volunteers tomorrow for the pre-event briefing at 11am.  See you tomorrow.

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7 August 2025

WACANA 2025 Buddhist Conference

Nalanda Institute Malaysia and Theravāda Buddhist Council of Malaysia are organising WACANA 2025 Buddhist Conference on Saturday 20 December, in Menara KEN, TTDI Kuala Lumpur. The theme for this year’s conference is “Awakening to Community Well-being : Contemporary Approaches ”.

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26 July 2025

Preparations for WACANA Buddhist Conference 2025

Periodically, Nalanda Institute Malaysia organises WACANA as the premier Malaysian Buddhist Conference, bringing together dynamic, knowledgeable members of the Sangha and lay Buddhist leaders to discuss pertinent issues affecting Buddhism today. 

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16 July 2017

WACANA 2017 Keynote Presentation

On 1 July, Āyasmā Aggacitta gave the keynote presentation at WACANA 2017 Buddhist Conference, where he outlined the importance of distinguishing the ‘essential teachings’ of the Buddha from later cultural accretions.  The text of his presentation is available here for our study and reflection.  We would like to thank Venerable Aggacitta for giving us permission to publish the keynote presentation.

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