Meaningful connections built over a joyful and fruitful visit.

On Sunday 16 March, Nalanda Youth Centre warmly welcomed university students from Xiamen University Malaysia Buddhist Society for a meaningful gathering on the topic of “Blessings in Life.” Their visit began with the Patron’s Day joint service, followed by  fellowship activities and an inspiring Dhamma sharing by Sis. Sunanda. She shared insights from the Maṅgala Sutta, highlighting three essential qualities for cultivating blessings—Gāravo (reverence) towards teachers and parents, Nivāto (humility) in letting go of ego, and Santutthī (contentment) in overcoming greed and attachment.

The students enriched the gathering with a heartfelt rendition of “缘之家”, reflecting the spirit of connection and meaningful relationships. Bro. Yap Kuan Yi, Nalanda Youth Centre leader, emphasised the importance of gathering with a shared purpose guided by the Dhamma. Bro. Upekkhā Goh Boon Xuan, President of Xiamen University Malaysia Buddhist Society, expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and valuable learning experience.

A warm welcome to the students, many of whom were visiting Nalanda Centre for the very first time.

Fellowship activities to get to know each other.

Fellowship activities to get to know each other.

Sis. Sunanda shared about the highest supreme blessings in life as taught by the Buddha in the Mangala Sutta.

Bro. Yap Kuan Yi, Leader of Nalanda Youth Centre shared inspiring words of encouragement to our new friends.

Bro. Upekkhā Goh expressed gratitude on behalf of the students.

The visit concluded with a building tour and an inspiring dialogue with Nalanda leaders—Sis. Buddhini Tan, Sis. Livin Leow, and Sis. Santī Cheang—who encouraged the students to remain steadfast in the Dhamma, even after their university years. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Xiamen University Malaysia Buddhist Society for their visit, and may this experience inspire us all to continue cultivating blessings in our lives. Sadhu!

An exchange of meaningful gifts.

Beautiful rendition of “缘之家”, reflecting the spirit of connection and meaningful relationships.

The students were also brought on a tour of Nalanda Centre.

The students were also brought on a tour of Nalanda Centre.

An inspiring and fruitful dialogue with Nalanda leaders – Sis. Buddhini Tan, Sis. Livin Leow, and Sis. Santī Cheang.

Some of the students’ parents also joined the visit with their children.

May all the youths continue to learn and progress well in the path of Dhamma.

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