Last December, 24 members of Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch embarked on a study tour of Bangkok and Ayutthaya. One of the most enriching experience was a visit on 12 December to Buddhadasa Indapañño Archives (BIA) in Bangkok, a pioneering establishment that preserves and propagates the late Venerable Buddhadasa Bhikkhu’s works and teachings.
Read moreOn Saturday 4 January, Nalanda members and devotees were honoured to have Venerable B. Saranankara Thero, our Spiritual Advisor lead the Society’s first pindacāra (monks on alms-round) in the new year at the O.U.G. and Happy Garden markets. Many vendors and market-goers accustomed to this endearing tradition, gathered happily to offer food and requisites together with their well-wishes.
Read moreOn 28 December 2024, Nalanda Family Dhamma School Johor Bahru celebrated its first Appreciation and Honours Day at the Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre, Johor Bahru. School facilitators and students gathered to express gratitude to all who supported the students’ learning journey while celebrating their growth and achievements throughout the year.
Read moreFrom 11 – 16 December, 24 members of Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch embarked on a study tour of Thailand. Led by Sis. Nandinī Tan and Bro. David Yap, the entourage strengthened their faith and understanding of Buddhist history by immersing themselves in the rich Buddhist monuments and sites of Bangkok and Ayutthaya.
Read moreOver the weekend from 21 to 23 December, over 50 participants and volunteers came together at Dhamma Light Meditation Center in Pontian, Johor for the ‘Dhamma-Living Camp for Families’. Themed “感恩随我行 Gratitude is My Attitude”, the camp provided parents and children with a valuable opportunity to strengthen their family bonds while deepening their understanding of the Dhamma.
Read moreOn Saturday 7 December, the community around the Happy Garden and O.U.G. markets joined the monthly Pindacāra programme, a welcomed opportunity for many. Hosted by members and volunteers of Nalanda Kuala Lumpur branch, volunteers continued to engage more market-goers’ whose interest were piqued by the sight of so many people presenting food and requisites to the monks.
Read moreOn Saturday 7 December, Nalanda Dhamma School hosted a parenting workshop led by Bro. Aggaphala Yap for over 30 participants to learn and discuss how to address children's emotional needs effectively at different development stages, cultivate positive character traits and enhance parent-child relationships through effective communication.
Read more24 members and core volunteers of Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch have commenced their study tour to Thailand from 11 to 16 December. The group will explore Buddhist sites and monuments in Bangkok and the ancient city of Ayutthaya. The tour is led by Nalanda leaders Sis. Nandinī Tan and Bro. David Yap. We wish them safe travels and a joyful learning experience.
Read moreFamily Dhamma Schools at NEO Centres in Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru concluded the 2024 school year on 24 and 30 November respectively. Reflecting on their Dhamma learning journey, parents and children both shared their gratitude in being able to learn with the guidance of kalyana mittas, develop new friendship and grow closer as a family.
Read moreAs parents, our role to nurture our children requires much patience, care and effort. We invite you to join the Parenting Workshop in Mandarin themed “Guiding our children toward Goodness” (走进孩子的内心世界—引导孩子向善) to better understand your child’s thoughts and emotions, so that we can guide them to cultivate and hone positive characters. We will also explore effective communication and enhancing closer relationships.
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