On 18 October, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch successfully held our inaugural fund-raising event – the “Melodies for the Heart” Concert – in Sungai Petani, Central Kedah. The concert was an unequivocal success due to the great support and generosity of many benefactors and the effort of selfless volunteers!
Read moreOn Sunday 26 October, the Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur was a hive of activity as more than 1,000 devotees thronged the vihāra for the annual ‘Kathina’ Robe-offering ceremony. The presenting of ‘Kathina Robe’ is one of the ways for the laity to support and pay tribute to the Sangha (monastic order). It is performed yearly after the conclusion of the “monastic rains retreat” (Vassāvasa). We rejoice over the devotees’ faith and meritorious deeds. Sadhu anumodana.
Read morePustaka Nalanda (Library) holds a collection of Buddhist books authored by the late Venerable Narada Nāyaka Māha Thero (1898 – 1983), a prolific Dhamma teacher, speaker, writer and translator from Sri Lanka. Some of his works such as the seminal “The Buddha and His Teachings” has become a classic ‘textbook’ for students of Theravāda Buddhism.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all sponsors, benefactors, donors, and everyone who has contributed in one way or another to the successful hosting of ‘Xuan Zang – Journey to the West’ musical at Istana Budaya last night!
Read moreTonight, Nalanda is happy to welcome everyone to the long-anticipated performance of “Xuan Zang” at Istana Budaya, Kuala Lumpur. The show begins at 7.45pm, and the audience should be seated by 7.40pm. Kindly observe the dress code specified by Istana Budaya, which is ‘lounge suit’. (Kindly check the reverse page of your ticket for the dress code.)
Read moreThis evening, Nalanda is honoured to welcome everyone to the performance of ‘Xuan Zang – Journey to the West’, to be staged at Istana Budaya, Kuala Lumpur. For the past 2 weeks, our organisers, co-ordinators and volunteers have been preparing earnestly to host the musical. We are ready to welcome all of you to the fabulous show tonight with sincere appreciation and gratitude! Thank you.
Read moreToday marks the 170th day since the Nalanda Centre Building Expansion Project began in mid-May. Overall, the annex building is 86% completed, while the remaining work is progressing accordingly and is expected to be completed by December. We are very thankful to have achieved a 100% safety record, thanks to good cooperation from the consultants, builders, and sub-contractors.
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On Saturday 18 October, Lecture 9 of the on-going BPS402 – Higher Certificate in Buddhist Studies was held at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. Bro. Ananda Fong delivered the lecture on ‘Buddhist Polity & Economics’. Bro. Ananda Fong discussed several suttas which mentioned the cycles of expansion and contraction of the World, the duties of a monarch/government, and the conditions leading to a nation’s welfare.
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In the early morning of Saturday 18 October, eager volunteers were at Nalanda Centre for pūja and chanting before leaving for the Seri Kembangan market. Our twice-monthly ‘Pindacāra’ (monks going on alms-round) Programme team was warmly welcomed by many devotees waiting patiently for the arrival of the venerable ‘bhikkhus’ (monks).
Read moreNalanda members and devotees would like to felicitate and pay tribute to Most Venerable Sri Saranankara Adhikarana Nāyaka Thero on his birthday. We always remember the good deeds done by Ven. Saranankara for the community of monks and laity, and dedicate our metta-karunā to his well-being and happiness. We are grateful that such an inspiring monk as Ven. Sri Saranankara lives among us! We wish Bhante the best of health and great fulfillment in your humanitarian and education mission. We humbly salute thee, Bhante!
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