Over the long holiday weekend from 29 – 31 August, more than 100 members and devotees came together for a meaningful Tipitaka Workshop and Sutta Study led by Ven. Dr. Santacitto. Step by step, participants explored the history of how the Buddha’s teachings have been carefully preserved and transmitted through the dedicated efforts of His disciples and generations of practitioners over the past 2,600 years.
Read moreOn Sunday 23 August, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch hosted a group of 40 Buddhist friends from Seck Kia Eenh (SKE), Malacca, including Venerable Anuruddha and SKE President Bro. Tan Kim See, as part of their four-day educational trip to Kedah and Penang. Arriving at the Nalanda Sungai Petani Education & Outreach Centre in the morning, the group was warmly welcomed by Nalanda leaders and members, led by the Nalanda SP Branch's Chairman Dr. Song, before embarking on a learning journey to discover the rich Buddhist heritage of Bujang Valley.
Read more31 August 2026 marked 20 years since the passing of Venerable Dr. Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Maha Thera. On this significant occasion, over 200 devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre to honour our late Spiritual Adviser, recollect his profound legacy, and pay tribute to his life, teachings, and enduring Dhammaduta spirit. The 20th Memorial Observance commenced with the traditional procession of Venerable’s robe, followed by asking for forgiveness, offerings and chanting.
Read moreOn Sunday 30 August, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang, for the Sunday Morning Service and a Dhamma talk by Ven. Dr. Santacitto on why we embrace Buddhism and place our faith in the Buddha’s teachings. Venerable shared that the Buddha’s teachings reveal life as it truly is. From his encounter of the four sights - old age, sickness, death and an ascetic - Prince Siddhartha renounced his privileged life and embarked on a noble search.
Read moreWe warmly invite you and your family to join the monthly Pindacāra (monks’ alms-round) on Saturday 5 September at the Taman O.U.G. morning market (8.30 am) and Happy Garden morning market (9.30 am). This is a great opportunity to support the Sangha, the noble disciples of the Buddha, while cultivating generosity, mindfulness, and kindness within ourselves. By offering alms, we develop wholesome qualities that contribute to our spiritual growth and the well-being of the monastic community.
Read moreToday, 31 August 2026, marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of the late Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda (1918–2006), former Sangha Nāyaka of Malaysia and Singapore, and Nalanda’s late Spiritual Adviser. For more than five decades, Ven. Dhammananda dedicated his life to propagating the Buddha-Dhamma and serving the Buddhist community. Through his wisdom, compassion and tireless service, he made the Dhamma accessible and relevant to people from all walks of life. He guided generations of Buddhists in understanding the Buddha’s teachings and applying them meaningfully in their daily lives.
Read moreFrom tonight, the eve of our Hari Kebangsaan (National Day) Malaysians at home and abroad come together to celebrate 69 years of nationhood. We owe the peace, unity and harmony we enjoy today to the sacrifices and contributions of our forefathers, patriots and generations of Malaysians who have helped shape our nation.
Read moreNalanda members and volunteers warmly welcome Ven. Dr. Santacitto from Indonesia to Nalanda Centre in preparation for the Tipiṭaka Workshop, taking place from tomorrow, 29 to 31 August. Over the three-day workshop, participants will have the valuable opportunity to learn from Venerable and deepen our understanding of the Tipiṭaka and the Buddha’s teachings.
Read moreOn Tuesday 25 August, a public holiday, members of the Nalanda Dhammaduta College gathered for their second training with Achariya S. Vijaya, focusing on effective speaking and delivery. Building on the first training on speaker culture and standards, participants learned practical ways to communicate the Dhamma with greater clarity, confidence and effectiveness. The session covered how voice, pauses, body language and vocal expression can enhance delivery and help speakers connect more effectively with listeners.
Read moreCatastrophic flash floods struck Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday 26 August, causing widespread devastation to communities, with homes, roads and bridges swept away. According to BBC’s latest live report, more than 350 people have lost their lives, while more than a thousand remain missing as search and rescue efforts continue.
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