We warmly invite all Nalanda members to return to our spiritual home tomorrow for Nalanda Members' Day. It is an important gathering as we prepare for several major programmes in the months ahead. This month's meeting will focus on updates and coordination for the upcoming Nalanda Family Fun Fair 2026, Dhamma Through Drama: The Conquest of Asoka, as well as other forthcoming Nalanda programmes and activities.
Read moreWe warmly invite all registered participants of BPS 404 Higher Certificate in Buddhist Studies to attend the fifth lecture this Saturday. Achariya Tan Siang Chye will deliver a lecture on "The Five Aggregates & the Six Sense Bases," exploring two fundamental teachings that help us understand the nature of our body, mind, and experience. Through these essential frameworks, participants will gain deeper insight into how suffering arises and how wisdom can be cultivated through clear understanding.
Read moreWith heavy hearts, we extend our prayers and loving-kindness to all those affected by the powerful earthquake that struck Kumamoto Prefecture on Japan's Kyushu Island on Tuesday. As of Thursday, the disaster has claimed at least 34 lives, injured many others, and forced thousands of residents to leave their homes. Rescue teams continue to search tirelessly for survivors amidst collapsed buildings, damaged infrastructure, and continuing aftershocks, while many evacuees face the added hardship of extreme summer heat.
Read moreOn Tuesday 28 July, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre with faith and gratitude to observe the Āsāḷha Full-moon Uposatha and commemorate Dhamma Day, marking the Buddha’s first turning of the Wheel of Dhamma over 2,600 years ago. The congregation reverently recited the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, reflecting on the timeless teachings of the Middle Way, the Four Noble Truths, and the Noble Eightfold Path.
Read moreWe warmly invite you to join our Weekly Meditation next Wednesday (5 August 2026) for a special evening with Ven. Dr. Tejawaro Mahāthera, who will guide participants on a journey "From Movement to Stillness." Integrating gentle yoga, meditation, and Dhamma sharing, the session is designed to cultivate physical relaxation, mental calm, and inner clarity.
Read moreDuring the Youth Sunday Service on 19 July, Nalanda youths gathered for an inspiring Dhamma session with Achariya Vijaya, affectionately known as Uncle Vijaya. Continuing the study of the Jayamaṅgala Gāthā, he guided participants through the eighth verse, which recounts how the Buddha compassionately dispelled the wrong views of the Brahmā Baka. Rather than relying on supernatural power or force, the Buddha's victory was won through wisdom, compassion, and the realisation of truth.
Read moreBeginning on the day after the Āsālha Full-moon (Dhamma Day), Theravāda Buddhist monks enter the annual Vassa or Rains Retreat, a three-month period of intensified spiritual cultivation. During this time, monks remain in one monastery, devoting themselves to meditation, Dhamma study, teaching, and the observance of the monastic discipline (Vinaya). Lay devotees also take this opportunity to deepen their own practice through generosity (dāna), moral conduct (sīla), meditation (bhāvanā), and regular support of the Sangha.
Read moreOn Sunday 26 July, Nalanda joyfully welcomed members, devotees and guests for the Dhammacakka Day Observance and Samaggi Day, featuring a Special Intra-Buddhist Dialogue held in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the passing of our late Spiritual Adviser, Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda. The gathering honoured his enduring legacy as an exemplary Buddhist leader who dedicated his life to fostering harmony, mutual respect and understanding across Buddhist traditions and religions.
Read moreToday 28 July, marks the Āsālha Full-moon, also known as Dhamma Day, one of the most significant occasions in the Buddhist calendar. On this full-moon day, the Buddha delivered His first discourse, the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta (Discourse on the Turning of the Wheel of Dhamma), setting in motion the Buddha-Sāsana.
Read moreOver two enriching days on 25 and 26 July (Friday and Saturday), participants of the Mindful Living Camp explored The Art of Mindful Emotional Management under the guidance of Dr. Yeoh Kar Kheng. Through engaging talks, experiential exercises, and guided mindfulness practices, participants gained a deeper understanding of how mindfulness can cultivate emotional intelligence, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being.
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