This morning at 6.30am, Nalanda members and devotees have departed for Bujang Valley as they embark on a study tour to explore Malaysia's rich Buddhist heritage sites. A total of 43 participants will spend the next 3 days learning and exploring together. We wish them safe travels and a fruitful learning ahead!
Read moreNalanda Free School held its first teachers meeting just last Sunday 25 January 2026 to start off the new academic year. School Principal, Dr. Ng Chwee Fang led discussions on teaching pedagogy and addressing students’ needs. Dr. Ng shared the importance of instilling positive learning attitudes in both academic and character building which included developing self-awareness, self-learning, self-discipline, self-resilience and self-reflection.
Read moreWe invite you to join us on Wednesday 4 February to learn and reflect on the endearing virtue of loving-kindness with Venerable Dr. S. Pemaratana, Abbot of Pittsburgh Buddhist Centre. The evening service will commence at 8pm with chanting, followed by a Dhamma talk by Ven. Pemaratana on ‘Benefits of Metta’. We look forward to welcoming you at Nalanda Centre.
Read moreOver the first two sessions of Dhamma School, students explored the value of loving-kindness through the Garden of Kind Hearts. Each small act of mettā was seen as a seed, reminding students that even simple, intentional gestures can grow into wisdom, compassion, and positive habits when nurtured with care and consistency.
Read moreOn Thursday 22 January 2026, Nalanda members warmly welcomed Ven. Ayya Nanda on her maiden visit to Nalanda Centre. Hailing from Sri Lanka, Ayya Nanda is a trainer in mindfulness meditation practices with over 20 years of experience. Her visit provided a valuable opportunity for meaningful exchanges on how Nalanda can further impart meditation and mindfulness practices, especially to the children.
Read moreLast Sunday 25 January, Nalanda members, devotees, youths, together with Dhamma School facilitators and students gathered for the year’s first Samaggi Sunday Service. Sis. Santi Cheang, Assistant Honorary Secretary of the Society, delivered the Samaggi message and reminded the congregation of the importance of harmony — harmony within ourselves, and harmony with one another.
Read moreFrom 16 to 25 January 2026, 23 yogis embarked on ten days of intensive retreat at Wisdom Park under the guidance of Venerable Gavesi. The retreat focused on the systematic cultivation of Vipassanā through sustained and continuous mindfulness.
Read moreNalanda is honoured to host Ven. Dr. Ethkandawaka Saddhajeewa Thero, Co-Abbot of the Bhāvanā Society, West Virginia, U.S.A., from 26–28 January 2026 at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. Dr. Saddhajeewa has served for many years alongside Ven. Dr. Henepola Gunaratana (Bhante G) in guiding the Bhāvanā Society.
Read moreOn Sunday 18 January, Nalanda Youth Centre came together before sunrise, eager to start the new year with a refreshing outdoor hike at Bukit Gasing. The youths gathered at an open field, taking the opportunity to have light conversations and get to know one another first before the host welcomed everyone, lifting the group’s spirits and energy.
Read moreThe new Dhamma School year began on a wholesome note as Nalanda Dhamma School sessions commenced across Sri Serdang, Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru over the weekend. On Sunday 18 January, the first sessions of Nalanda Teenage and Junior Dhamma Schools and the Parents Induction Programme (PIP) were held at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. The first session set a calm and purposeful tone for the year, reminding students that Dhamma learning is a gradual and meaningful process that supports character development, mindfulness, and wise living in daily life.
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