On Sunday 18 October, members of the Nalanda Dhammaduta College gathered for their training session, led by Bro. Ooi Boon Keat, on “Integrating Psychology into Dhamma Teaching.” The session explored how psychological principles can be integrated into Dhamma teaching to deepen understanding, enhance learning, and support meaningful personal transformation.
Read moreDhammananda means the 'joy of Dhamma'. To commemorate the 20th Anniversary Memorial of Nalanda's late Spiritual Advisor, Venerable Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda, we invite youths to explore together the timeless wisdom that brings clarity, resilience, and genuine happiness in modern life. This uplifting and potentially life-changing camp is tailored for college students and young working adults aged 18 to 35 and will be held in Wisdom Park, Kuala Kubu Bharu.
Read moreOn Sunday 18 October, a group of 16 Nalanda volunteers from the Green Warriors and Young Working Adults came together to help an elderly neighbour clear an overgrown garden. The 80-year-old homeowner had sought assistance as maintaining the garden had become physically demanding. With weeds, plants and trees growing increasingly dense around the house, the surrounding area was in need of care and attention.
Read moreOn Tuesday 13 October, the Young Working Adults programme brought together youths to explore how to navigate workplace politics with greater awareness and wisdom. Facilitated by Sis. Foo Ai Li, the session examined how people have different communication styles and approaches at work. While some may seek to advance themselves at the expense of others, we can choose to engage in ‘clean politics’ by building positive relationships without intentionally harming others.
Read moreWe warmly invite everyone to join us for the Thursday Group Meditation session on 29 October at NEO Centre, Kuala Lumpur. The evening begins at 8pm with offerings, chanting and meditation, followed by a Mandarin Dhamma talk by Ven. U Paññāsami. Originally from Sibu, Sarawak, Ven. U Paññāsami ordained as a novice monk (sāmaṇera) under Ven. U Mangala in 2014 and in June 2016, travelled to Myanmar, where he received full ordination as a Bhikkhu (upasampadā) under Pa-Auk Sayadawgyi.
Read moreOn Saturday 17 October, Nalanda conducted its monthly Pindacāra at the Seri Kembangan markets, led by Ven. Rahula and Ven. Thanakit from Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple, Sentul. Rooted in a tradition dating back to the Buddha’s time, Pindacāra nurtures generosity, faith, and wholesome connections between the monastic and lay communities.
Read moreOn Sunday 11 October, members and devotees gathered for a meditation workshop led by Bro. Tan Siang Chye, who highlighted the importance of bhāvanā, or mental cultivation, as an integral part of Buddhist practice. The workshop introduced three categories of practice: Samatha (calming the mind), Vipassanā (awakening the mind), and Anussati (bringing positivity to the mind).
Read moreOn Friday 9 October, the Nalanda study tour group visited Vihāra Bodhivamsa in Klaten, Indonesia, where participants had the privilege of receiving a Dhamma sharing by Professor Dr. Lanny Anggawati. Her inspiring reflections offered a fresh perspective on happiness and reminded everyone to appreciate the precious opportunities we have in life.
Read moreDuring the study tour to Borobudur and Yogyakarta, the Nalanda group visited Vihara Mendut, Vihara Dhamma Sundara, Vihara Bodhivamsa, and ancient Buddhist candi in the region. These visits offered opportunities to appreciate the region’s Buddhist heritage and connect with those who continue to nurture the Dhamma today. We are grateful to the local Sangha members, Buddhist leaders, and communities for their warm hospitality, which made the journey especially meaningful and strengthened friendships through our shared faith in the Buddha’s teachings.
Read moreCommemorating Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s historic embrace of Buddhism 1956–2026. Today 14 October 2026, we commemorate the 70th anniversary of the historic mass taking of refuge in Nagpur, India, led by Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. Seventy years ago, hundreds of thousands of people joined him in embracing the Buddha’s teachings, opening a significant chapter in the modern revival of Buddhism in its land of origin.
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