‘Dedication of Merits’ is a Buddhist practice whereby one performs a noble, meritorious deed in kind memory of one’s departed relatives. One performs such wholesome deeds in honour of loved ones who had passed away by thinking: “Idam me ñātinam hotu, sukhitā hontu ñātayo.” – “Let this merit accrue to my departed relatives; may they be happy!”
Read moreNalandian Youth Lim Jie Sheng, who is on a 6-month student exchange program in the United States of America, got a chance to serve as a page for one day in Indiana’s Statehouse! It was a golden opportunity for Jie Sheng to experience a taste of public service in an established democracy. Read about his fabulous encounter at http://rage.com.my/content/stories/judicial-takeaway/
Read moreFor the past few weeks, Pustaka Nalanda librarians have been busy cataloging and arranging books at the new Youth Library located at Level 3 of Nalanda Youth Centre**. Before this, the Youth Library temporarily occupied ‘Sucinta Room’, which will now house the Chinese Books Section instead.
Read moreThe moving Memorial Service for MH370 held on Thursday 27 March is now aired on The Star’s “SwitchUp.tv”. Witness scenes of serene prayers and quiet meditation at Nalanda Centre, accompanied by the hauntingly beautiful Pāli chanting in the background. We thank The Star On-line and Producer Andrew Tan for broadcasting the event on “SwitchUp.tv”. View the video clip by clicking the link: Special Prayers & Memorial Service for MH370 at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang.
Read moreSaturday, 15 March was the Phagguna Full-moon Uposatha Day. As customary, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre for the 8pm evening Uposatha Day Pūja and chanting. Many practitioners also regularly observe the 8-precepts on New-moon and Full-moon days to heighten their spiritual awareness and appreciation.
Read moreNalandians and devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre last night (27 March) for special prayers and a moving Memorial Service for casualties of MH370. Founder Bro. Tan led the congregation in 20 minutes of Metta Meditation, followed by Pūja (offerings) and Pāli chanting.
Read moreNalanda Institute Malaysia, under the Department of Buddhist & Pali Studies, is offering a new series of courses on Buddhist devotion with the theme “Walking the Buddhist Path”. This series integrates four modules to promote understanding and practice of Dhamma.
Read moreOn Tuesday 18 March, ‘Nalanda Patron’s Day’ was observed at Nalanda Centre Sri Serdang to commemorate and appreciate all our donors, benefactors and volunteers who have contributed tremendously to the growth of Nalanda, and by extension, to the development of Buddhist education.
Read moreWe invite everyone to join us on Thursday 27 March, at 8.00pm, in a Special Prayer session and Memorial Service for the casualties of MH370. Bro. H S Tan will be giving a Dhamma-sharing at the Memorial Service. Let us unify our thoughts and spirits to wish the victims and their families Peace. All are welcome.
Read moreArticle by Bro. H S Tan – “Reflection, 25 March 2014”.
Every day, at airports everywhere, many passengers feel annoyed when their flights are delayed. Time is so precious, they say. Flights should not be late.
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