On Wednesday 23 March, Bro. Tan gave a teaching during the Full-moon Uposatha Service. He told a story about the two kinds of search – the ‘noble search’ and the ‘ignoble search’. At the time of the Buddha, a group of youths had gone to amuse themselves in a park; and while they were immersed in play, thieves absconded with their valuables. The youths, realising that their valuables had been stolen, went all over the place in search of those thieves.
Read moreDuring the recent Dhamma Living Camp 2016, there were four ‘elective’ sessions where participants could choose to participate in – ‘Meditation for Absolute Beginners’, ‘Learning and Reflecting on Gathas’, ‘Spiritual Reflection’, or ‘Yoga – Basic stretching techniques’.
Read moreThe Dhamma Living Camp 2016 held over last weekend was a joyous and truly inspiring event which touched the hearts of all its participants. Many even described their experience as ‘life-changing’, and were determined to establish a habit of daily spiritual practice in line with the Buddha’s teachings.
Read more“Months ago they struck Paris… and now, Brussels. Those terrorists perform murderous acts to put fear and hate into our minds. They want to disrupt our peaceful and productive lives. Such acts of terrorism should be censured and denounced, no question about that. But we should not give in to hatred (towards the terrorists). It is easy to hate people who want to harm and kill the innocent; but please don’t give in to that.
Read moreFor three days, from 18 to 20 March, over 200 participants camped in Genting Highlands to discover how to “live in accordance with Dhamma” at Nalanda’s Dhamma-Living Camp 2016. Participants were deeply inspired by the insightful Dhamma teachings, and touched by the warm friendship and hospitality of the camp volunteers.
Read moreOn Sunday 6 March, Nalanda Buddhist Society Kuala Lumpur Branch held its 3rd Annual General Meeting at NEO Centre Happy Garden. It was a fruitful meeting where members were updated on the development of the Branch in 2015 and informed of upcoming plans for this year.
Read moreThe 3rd Annual General Meeting of Nalanda Buddhist Society Johor Bahru Branch was held on Sunday, 6 March, at NEO Centre Johor Bahru. During the meeting, members were given updates of the Branch’s development in 2015 and informed of the upcoming plans for this year. The meeting was also attended by Nalanda’s Honorary Secretary Bro. Pee Che Yong, Assistant Secretary Sis. Mudita Chan, and Executive Committee Member Sis. Buddhini Tan.
Read more“Nalanda Patron’s Day” is an annual programme to commemorate and appreciate all donors, benefactors and volunteers who have contributed to the growth of Nalanda over the years, and by extension, to the development of Buddhist education. Nalanda Buddhist Society first observed “Patron’s Day” on 18 March 2007, in conjunction with the birth anniversary of our late teacher and spiritual adviser – Venerable Dr. Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nayaka Thero.
Read moreThe Wisdom Park Development Committee (WPDC) held its 7th meeting on Sunday, 6 March at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. Among other things, the Committee discussed in greater detail the components of Phase 1 development. The 8th meeting of WPDC will be held on 31 March. We thank all members of the Committee for their devotion and hard work put into developing Wisdom Park. Sadhu anumodana.
Read moreThe 3rd Annual General Meeting of Nalanda Buddhist Society Sungai Petani Branch was successfully held on Saturday, 5 March. It was a particularly special and joyous occasion as this marked the first Annual General Meeting held at the newly-opened NEO Centre in Bandar Mutiara, Sungai Petani. The meeting was also attended by Nalanda President Sis. Evelyn Chow, Deputy President Bro. Charlie Teng, and Board Member Bro. Vincent Lee.
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