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  • Welcome to Nalanda

    Welcome to Nalanda Buddhist Society's website. We hope you enjoy this virtual visit, and stay in touch with our regular updates.

  • Nalanda Centre Operating Hours

    You are welcome to visit us on Mondays to Saturdays, 10am – 5pm | Sundays, 8am – 1pm.

  • Buddha Day B.E. 2570

    Namo Buddhaya! Let us come together to pay the highest respects to the Buddha, by learning, studying and practising His teachings as we progress on the spiritual path.

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  • Save the Date for Wesak Blood Donation

    Do you know that a pint of blood saves up to 3 lives? Donating blood is safe, painless, simple, and one of the most wholesome deeds one can do.

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  • Commemorating Nalanda's late Spiritual Advisor

    31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. Stay tuned for more updates on dedicated programmes for this occasion.

  • Important Notice for Donors

    To facilitate our donors and benefactors in obtaining tax exemption receipts and e-invoices, Nalanda EXCO has shared an important notice at the Support page on Nalanda’s website.

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  • Join us as a volunteer

    Whether you are studying or working, young or retired, if you believe in doing good and giving back to society, we warmly welcome you!

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Regular Programmes at Nalanda

Sunday Services

  • Sunday Morning Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Youth Sunday Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Youth Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Monthly Sunday Service
    Selected Sundays, 10am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Dhamma Schools

  • Teenage Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Junior Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Family Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Family Dhamma School
    Saturdays, 2.30pm – 5.30pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Weekly Group Meditation

  • Group Meditation @ Serdang
    Wednesdays, 8.30pm – 10.00pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Group Meditation @ JB
    Wednesdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru
  • Group Meditation @ KL
    Thursdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Group Meditation @ SP
    Fridays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Sungai Petani

Pindacāra (Monks going on Alms-round)

  • Pindacāra @ SK
    1st Saturday, 8.30am
    Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan
  • Pindacāra @ OUG
    3rd Saturday, 8.30 am & 9.30 am
    O.U.G. & Happy Garden markets

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17 May 2026
Posted on 17 May 2026
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Sam Poh Thong joy of giving carnival for Sangha education fund

This morning, Nalanda leaders paid our respects to Ven. Sing Kang at Sam Poh Thong in Ampang, sharing our rejoice on the joyous fund-raiser today.  The event aims to raise funds to support the educational needs of the Sangha. The community gathered since the early hours today to set up stalls and have been welcoming devotees and visitors warmly.  The fair continues until 3 pm today and we hope that you can also join the fair to support a noble cause.

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17 May 2026
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Vesakhā New moon Uposatha observance

Today is the New-moon day of the holy Vesakhā Month.  In just a fortnight, Buddhists in Malaysia will celebrate Wesak or Buddha Day, the most important day in the Buddhist calendar.  We warmly invite all devotees and practitioners to observe the Vesākha New Moon Uposatha with faith and devotion. This Uposatha observance commemorates the period leading up to the Blessed One’s Enlightenment, when the Bodhisatta steadfastly exerted himself in the earnest pursuit of liberation for the welfare of all beings. 

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16 May 2026
Posted on 16 May 2026
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Honouring teachers on Teachers’ Day at Nalanda Centre

Following the morning Pindacāra programme at Nalanda Centre, the community took the opportunity to celebrate Teachers’ Day when Achariya Vijaya came for the drama practice session. Members and volunteers expressed their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to teachers for their dedication in guiding and nurturing others through education and Dhamma learning. The simple yet meaningful celebration was filled with joy, respect, and gratitude for the invaluable contributions of all teachers.

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16 May 2026
Posted on 16 May 2026
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Happy Teachers’ Day

On this Teacher’s Day, Nalanda Buddhist Society pays tribute to all teachers, both secular and spiritual, who have played a meaningful role in shaping our lives. Beyond imparting knowledge, teachers guide us with wisdom, patience, and compassion to help us grow not only in understanding, but also in character and values.  Their words of encouragement, guidance during difficult moments, and unwavering dedication leave a lasting impact that often stays with us for life.

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Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centres

NEO Centre, Kuala Lumpur

524, Jalan Riang 12,
Taman Gembira, 58200 Kuala Lumpur.

NEO Centre, Johor Bahru

30, Jalan Dedap 26, Taman Johor Jaya,
81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

NEO Centre, Sungai Petani

210, Jalan Bandar Mutiara 2/2,
Bandar Mutiara, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah.

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