Join us for a special sutta study session on Buddha Day, Wednesday 22 May, to explore the Ānuttariya Sutta (Anggutara Nikaya 6.30). In this Sutta, the Buddha explained the six unsurpassable (ānuttariya) factors that conduce to personal development as the basis for awakening. We will get to know better the various qualities and path of practice that encompasses ethical living, meditation, and the cultivation of insight.
Read moreOn the auspicious full-moon day of Wesak, join us at Nalanda Centre to commemorate the Enlightenment of our Teacher, the Buddha by learning and reflecting on Dhamma together. The service will start with Buddha Pūja, followed by a Dhamma talk by Bro. Tan Siang Chye on the theme “Peace begins with Me”.
Read moreLast Sunday 12 May, over 80 volunteers gathered at Nalanda Centre to prepare for Buddha Day. In the company of like-minded friends, volunteers were briefed on the significance of this observance, and how we can help the community have a meaningful and spiritual commemoration. They also got to know their team leaders and members better, and familiarised themselves with the programmes as well as their roles.
Read moreWe invite you and your loved ones to start the Wesak full-moon day morning by performing the meritorious deed of giving. Come and join the Pindacāra (monks on alms-round) around Nalanda Centre and the offering of breakfast dana to venerable monks on Wednesday 22 May at 7am.
Read moreOver the past weeks, members, parents, students and devotees have each been doing their part to prepare for Buddha Day Observance which is just days away. Whilst contributing their knowledge, skills, time and effort towards the programmes, exhibitions and in preparing Nalanda Centre, everyone is at the same time readying themselves to commemorate the Buddha’s Enlightenment in a spiritual way.
Read moreBuddha Day is just 10 days away, and we invite you to join the host of programmes at Nalanda from 21 to 26 May. We will be sharing these programmes over the next week, and we invite you together with your family and friends to come and spend this auspicious observance in a meaningful way.
Read moreWe joyfully welcome you to join the iconic Heritage Procession, on Wesak Full-moon Buddha Day, 22 May, at 7.30pm. In this unique cultural experience, the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs, accompanied by beautifully hand-crafted paraphernalia carried by traditionally-dressed devotees.
Read moreA pint of blood saves up to 3 lives! Blood donation is safe, painless, simple, and one of the most wholesome deeds one can do. We invite you to participate in the Blood Donation Drive at Nalanda Centre on Sunday 26 May, in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance.
Read moreSince mid-April, members and volunteers have been planning, designing and are now installing the two special exhibitions for this year’s Wesak Observance. Working together joyfully, the teams have put much thoughts into the exhibition content to convey educational value and the joy of learning Dhamma to the public.
Read moreWe welcome all ‘Buddha Day’ volunteers to attend the Volunteer Briefing at 1pm this Sunday 12 May, at Nalanda Centre. The briefing includes an introduction to the Buddha Day programmes from 21 to 26 May, and familiarisation of your roles with the team leads. We extend our thanks to you in advance for stepping forward to play a part in this auspicious event and wish you happy service!
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