Nalanda

24 August 2015

“7 Habits for Cultivating Beginner’s Mind”

On Sunday 16 August, devotees were delighted with Dr. Phang’s lively Dhamma talk on “7 Habits for Cultivating Beginner’s Mind”.  He described the characteristics of a beginner’s mind which is free from fixated perception, and is full of curiosity like a child’s mind.

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22 August 2015

Nalanda Free School Exam–Preparation Seminar

On Saturday 15 August, 180 students from three secondary schools in Seri Kembangan and Kajang attended an informative and inspiring SPM Chemistry Examination Preparation Seminar at SMJK Yu Hua Kajang.  The full-day seminar was jointly organised by Nalanda Free School and SMJK Yu Hua Kajang to prepare the students for their upcoming SPM examination.

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21 August 2015

BPS 303 Course – Ten Wholesome Deeds

On Saturday 8 August, Achariya Tan Siang Chye began the lecture by explaining the meaning of “Kusala Kamma”, (wholesome deeds).  The results of the deeds are determined by the intention which is shown through our action, speech and thought.  Hence one’s progress or digress is dependent on one’s understanding and cultivation, and not from external sources.

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20 August 2015

A Joyous Gathering at Fun Fair

It has been more than a week since Nalanda’s ‘Family Fun Fair’ was held on 9 August; yet the happiness and satisfaction lingers on for the organisers and volunteers.  It was a ‘BIG’ happy family gathering with participation not only from branches, friends from afar, university youths, but tremendous support from visitors and members of the public.

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19 August 2015

Youths did well at ‘Family Fun Fair’

During the recent Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’, Nalandian youths embarked on a strong effort to reach out to the community of young Buddhists.  A ‘Youth Centre Canopy’ was set up comprising two sections: one section for Buddhist Societies from various universities to establish their stalls, and another section housing an exhibition themed “The Silver Lining”, which aimed to promote kindness.

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18 August 2015

Condolences to Aircrash victims’ families

On Sunday 16 August, a tragic air-crash took place in Papua Province, Indonesia.  The Trigana Air service was on a routine domestic flight from Jayapura to Oksibil but flew into bad weather.  The crash killed all 54 passengers and crew on board. Nalanda members offer our deepest condolences to the victims’ families and loved ones.  We empathize with your loss and grief.  We also pray that the casualties of this tragedy rest in Peace.  ‘Santi’.

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17 August 2015

‘Kalyana mittā’ at ‘Family Fun Fair’

During Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’, we were glad and motivated to receive various support from our friends who came from afar.  Our Kelantanese devotees comprising of 4 adults and 6 students arrived at Nalanda Centre on Friday, 7 August and helped earnestly with the preparations.

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17 August 2015

Indonesia’s 70th Independence Day

Today marks the Republic of Indonesia’s 70th Anniversary of Independence.  The vast country founded in 1945 at the end of World War II has come a long way since.  Indonesia today has succeeded in many aspects of nation-building, mainly due to its unifying philosophy of inclusiveness of all her people – the principle of ‘Bhinneka Tunggal Ika’ (unity in diversity).  This philosophy of inclusiveness, fairness and parity between races has forged a shared identity amongst Indonesians, defined by a national language, ethnic harmony, religious pluralism and tolerance.

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16 August 2015

Branch members at ‘Family Fun Fair’

Over the weekend on 8 – 9 August, members from Nalanda branches in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Sungai Petani came to support the recent ‘Family Fun Fair’ – the Society’s fund-raising event in Sri Serdang.  It was a wonderful day as all members mingled and worked seamlessly with other Nalandians as we share a common culture of community service.

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15 August 2015

Visit by Venerable Dr. Dhammapala

On Tuesday 4 August, Nalanda Centre welcomed the visit by Venerable Dr. Dhammapala and several devotees from Hong Kong.  The venerable and devotees were warmly received by Director of Nalanda Centre, Sis. Nandini and Nalandians.

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