The compact 2-day sessions were full of interaction between lecturer and participants.

Report by Sandy Lim  |  Photographs by Yap Kuan Yi

On 12 – 13 July, 34 participants attended the fifth and sixth sessions of the Mandarin Buddhist Course conducted by Bro. Aggaphala Yap at NEO Centre Johor Bahru.  Bro. Aggaphala, who is a professional counsellor with experience in community counseling, spoke on the subject of “Kamma and Rebirth”.

He explained the fundamental understanding on Kamma according to the Pāli Scriptures, and the contributing factors to the consequences of actions (vipaka), giving clarity to the often misinterpreted subject.  At the end of the two lectures, participants gained much understanding and benefit from the lively discussions.

Participants paying full attention to the lecture by Bro. Aggaphala Yap.

The Mandarin Buddhist Course is jointly organized by Nalanda Institute Malaysia and Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch.  The second semester of the Course will straddle September and October this year.  Please look out for the scheduled course dates and interesting topics by following our postings here or Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NeoCentre.JB

The Service Sunday where devotees do meditation, pūja and chanting with much devotion.