After an unprecedented year of delay due to the pandemic, the XXXII Olympiad commences today in Tokyo, Japan. Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2020 东京奥运) will be held largely behind closed doors with no public spectators permitted out of precautionary measures.
Read morePsychologists and social scientists report that having and recognising one’s purpose in life enables one to live more meaningfully. This is because those who have clear goals to attain steer their life decisions with confidence, direction and focus. This is more so if that goal carries a noble purpose, such as those that revolve around philanthropy, compassion and selflessness.
Read more‘Dhamma Day’ commemorates the preaching of Buddha’s first discourse after His Enlightenment, where He taught His initial disciples the fundamental teachings of ‘Four Noble Truths’. To commemorate this auspicious occasion, we will host a Dhamma Forum titled ‘Living Life with Purpose’ on Sunday, 25 July at 9.30am.
Read moreIt has been 7 years since Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 was shot down over Eastern Ukraine as it was enroute to Kuala Lumpur from Amsterdam. After years of investigations by an international team, four men have been trial since March 2020 in the Netherlands, for their alleged part in downing MH17 and killing all 298 lives on board.
Read moreMental defilements afflict the vast majority of beings. They fester in our minds when we leave them unchecked, letting mental habits control us. As a consequence of unskillful thoughts, speech or actions, we end up in despair or regret, and having to bear the resultant kamma.
Read moreDāna – the practice of giving – is a fundamental cultivation for Buddhists. We are often encouraged to offer alms to Sangha members, perform service at temples, monasteries and Dhamma centres, as well as provide advice and encouragement to our friends. Giving enables us to experience deeper joy because it is not reliant on material gain, instead it opens up our hearts to connect with others.
Read moreSince its establishment in 2007, the Institute has steadfastly focussed on its objectives to promote and facilitate the study, research and propagation of the Buddha’s teachings. We extend our appreciation to past and present Directors of the Institute, its core volunteers and all our benefactors for your support in helping us deliver our programmes for the benefit of the community.
Read moreThe practice of chanting forms a basic yet invaluable aspect of Buddhist education. The verses recited contain universal truths, values and virtues uttered by the Buddha Himself, and have been passed down through generations to not just recite, but to understand, reflect and realise. This practice is especially helpful in our modern hectic lifestyle as it helps us develop the Three C’s – Calm, Clarity, and Concentration.
Read moreHave you been putting aside meditation or reading a Dhamma book because it was easier to binge-watch TV? We may even have held on to feelings of anger, frustration and jealousy because it feels more ‘righteous’ than forgiving and letting go. Our old habits and tendencies form the path of least resistance, but we must remember that this route blurs our minds and weaken our resolve. Instead, we should cultivate “Aditthana” – determination to persevere for a noble goal despite the difficulties.
Read moreToday, we celebrate fathers around the world who uphold their duty to provide, protect and support us. They lift us up and show us the way to be good, upright and honest citizens of the world. Let us recollect the love our fathers have afforded us and honour them with our affection and gratitude. We wish all fathers “Happy Father’s Day”.
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