A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao Island in southern Philippines in the morning of Monday, 8 June. As search and rescue is underway, the death toll is rising from the currently 46 whilst over 32,000 are estimated to be displaced. Continued aftershocks have left communities in fear and uncertainty.
Read moreThis year’s Buddha Day Observance B.E. 2570 was held over 9 days from 30 May to 7 June, made possible due to our volunteers’ commitments, efforts and care. We extend our appreciation to all volunteers and invite you to the Volunteer Appreciation Session this Sunday, 14 June at 11am.
Read moreOn Friday 5 June, a group of 25 venerable Sangha members, led by our Spiritual Advisor, Ven. B. Saranankara, gathered at the construction site of Wisdom Park Phase 2 to offer chants of blessings for the ongoing development. The solemn ceremony marked a meaningful milestone for the project, with the Sangha invoking blessings for its successful completion and future service to the Dhamma community.
Read moreIn conjunction with Buddha Day B.E. 2570 Observance Week, two Group Meditation and Dhamma Talk sessions were held on 3 and 4 June at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang and NEO KL Branch respectively. These programmes brought together spiritual friends to meditate, learn the Dhamma, and strengthen their practice in a peaceful and supportive environment.
Read moreOn Thursday 4 June, Nalanda members warmly welcomed 17 venerable Sangha members to Nalanda Centre. The visiting monks, comprising lecturers and students from universities in Sri Lanka, are currently on a visit to Malaysia sponsored by Ven. B. Saranankara. During their visit, they were given a guided tour of Nalanda Centre and the two special exhibitions, providing them with insights into Nalanda’s educational and community outreach efforts.
Read moreThe Blood Donation Drive at Nalanda Centre has just finished. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the staff of Pusat Darah Negara, donors who have been streaming in since morning and all our volunteers for all your efforts and commitment to save lives.
Read moreThe 10-week Satipaṭṭhāna Meditation Learning Sessions commence this Wednesday 10 June, at 8pm. We welcome you to join us to learn more about the Four Foundations of Mindfulness and practise together with the support of the community. The first learning session will be guided by Sis. Nandinī Tan. All are welcome.
Read moreLaunched on 31 May in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance B.E. 2570, the ‘Terima Kasih, Dhammananda’ exhibition at Nalanda Buddhist Society is a special tribute commemorating the 20th Memorial of the late Ven. Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda. Organised collaboratively by Nalanda Youth Centre and Dhamma School, the exhibition features carefully curated exhibits highlighting late Chief’s remarkable journey in Dhamma propagation and the enduring legacy he left behind.
Read moreIn conjunction with Buddha Day Observance, a Blood Donation Drive will be held at Nalanda Centre on Sunday, 7 June from 10am – 4pm. We invite you to come with your friends and family to donate blood, a meritorious act which save lives of those in need.
Read moreThis year marks 20 years since the passing of Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda, who had touched many lives with the joy of Dhamma, and continue to benefit us today through the legacy which he had left behind. With much reverence and gratitude in our hearts, let us recollect and rejoice in his lifetime of Dhamma propagation. May Ven. Dhammananda attain the lasting peace of Nibbana.
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