On 17 March 2020, Malaysia grimly recorded its 1st Covid-19 fatality in Kuching, just a day after a nationwide lockdown was announced. Today, the death toll in Malaysia is over 1,200 while globally, that figure is almost 2.7 million. In this period of economic hardship and social upheaval, many of us endured uncertainty, worry and anxiety in dealing with new challenges which arise almost every day.
Read moreOn Sunday 7 March, members of Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch gathered joyfully at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang for their 8th AGM. The meeting was also joined by Nalanda Buddhist Society President, Sis. Evelyn Chow, Honorary Secretary Sis. Santi Cheang, Board of Management member Bro. Lee Kong Foo and EXCO member Sis. Nandini Tan.
Read moreAs the world grapples with a global pandemic, let us also not forget the victims of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Eastern Japan 10 years ago today, on 11 March 2011. Let us take a moment to spare thoughts of compassion for the victims of this enormous calamity and pray for those who perished. To the people of Japan, our thoughts are with you.
Read moreThe majestic Buddhas of Bamiyans made a monumental return today in 3D with laser light technology projected over where it used to stand. The event called “A Night with Buddha” was organised to mark 20 years since the cultural heritage was lost forever when the Taliban destroyed them in March 2001.
Read moreNalanda pays tribute to the pivotal role of women in all aspects of human and societal development. Whether as a mother, teacher, wife, daughter or sister, women have the innate ability to love, nurture and inspire others to be at their best. As benefactors ourselves, let us turn to the inspirational women in our lives and show our gratitude for their care.
Read moreWe invite all Nalanda members registered at Sri Serdang headquarters to attend the 18th Annual General Meeting (A.G.M.) to be held on Sunday, 21 March 2021, 2.00pm, at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. The Secretariat and Treasury will table their working and financial reports respectively and the election of a new Board of Management will be conducted.
Read moreTo navigate through the vicissitudes of life, gratitude and hope are necessary values to develop. Gratitude is a positive mental quality that comes from reflecting on the support that we have received, often through the kindness of our parents, teachers, friends and many other people. It opens up our hearts to those around us and enables us to enjoy the full blessings of life in this very moment.
Read moreNalanda wishes you a blessed “Chap Goh Meh” as the Lunar New Year celebrations come to an end on the full-moon day of the first lunar month. It is a significant day for the Chinese community with families usually gathering for another round of harmonious reunion and well-wishes for a peaceful year ahead.
Read moreThe Buddha says, it is incumbent of the lay follower to duly discharge his obligations toward his parents, teachers, wife and children, friends and companions, servants and work-people and religious teachers. This is called protecting the six quarters. Sons and daughters should realise the fact that it was primarily due to parents that they have attained the present state. They should make it their binding duty to provide them with food, clothes, medicine and all essential comforts and make life easy and comfortable to them so long as they live.
Read moreToday, Chinese communities around the world welcomes the Lunar New Year which is traditionally commemorated with family reunions and merry gatherings with friends. This year however, many Malaysians may not be able to hold these merriments or even travel back to their ‘kampungs’ to visit their elders due to the Covid-19 precautions. Although celebrations this round may be less eventful, they do not need to be any less meaningful.
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