24 – 27 December 2015 | Sungai Petani, Kedah
Calling all Nalanda members! The 4th National Members’ Convention will be held a month from today in Sungai Petani, Kedah. This will be the first time our National Convention is held outside Sri Serdang. Nalandians have good reason to head north next month as we celebrate the completion and inauguration of Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Sungai Petani.
Read moreOn Saturday 31 October, Bro. Tan conducted a Dhamma Learning retreat at Gurun Buddhist Association, organised by the Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch. In the one-day retreat attended by 72 participants, Bro. Tan gave insightful teachings about Citta (the mind) and Dhamma (the Way). Bro.Tan said that when we understand Citta, we will understand how we operate as human beings. Then, knowing the Dhamma will prevent us from doing wrong and motivate us to do what is right.
Read moreOn Tuesday 6 October, Bro. Tan made a quick visit to the Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre building site in Sungai Petani. He was met there by Branch Chairman Bro. Khaw and Committee members Sis. Sumedha, Bro. Fong and Dr. Song. Bro. Tan spent several hours inspecting the construction progress as well as chatted with the contractors. He expressed joy in seeing everyone’s dedication to complete the Centre on time, and with quality work.
Read moreOn Saturday 26 September, volunteers and stall operators of the recent ‘Nalanda Family Fun Fair’ in Johor Bahru were invited to an appreciation dinner for their contribution towards the success of the event, as well as to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Read moreOn 26 September, Nalanda Sungai Petani members congregated to celebrate Members’ Day. During the Dhamma sharing session, Sis. Siew Chin spoke on the virtues of the Buddha. She said when we recite Buddhanusati, the recollection of the Buddha, we are reminding ourselves of the sublime qualities of the Buddha, which help us to strengthen our faith and respect towards the Teacher.
Read moreOn 16 September, Nalanda Founder Bro.Tan made a visit to NEO Centre Sungai Petani (SP) in Kedah to witness its construction progress. He was accompanied by Nalanda SP Branch Chairman Bro. Khaw, the Building Committee, and several branch members.
Read moreSunday, 13 September was indeed a joyful and memorable day as Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch held its inaugural ‘Family Fun Fair’ (‘FFF’). Nalandians from the Klang Valley and Kedah arrived a day before to help in preparations and lend support to our Johor Bahru Branch members. It showcased the spirit of ‘samaggi’ (unity and concord) among members and volunteers.
Read moreOn Saturday 5 September, the monthly educational ‘Pindacara’ (monks going on alms-round) Programme at Sri Petaling and Happy Garden markets was held with two venerable Sangha members going on alms-round. Devotees and members of the public waited patiently along the ‘Pindacara’ route, for the venerable monks to arrive and joyfully offered alms food.
Read moreDear friends, Nalanda’s ‘Family Fun Fair’ in Johor Bahru held yesterday was undoubtedly a great success! More than 2,000 people participated in the Fair, with many devotees visiting NEO Centre Johor Bahru for the first time.
Read moreNalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ (FFF) will be held in Johor Bahru for the first time ever this Sunday 13 September, from 8am to 2pm. Dozens of stalls will be offering visitors a variety of food, beverages, souvenirs, and merchandise. The ‘Fun Fair’ is held in aid of our ‘Education & Development Fund’. Proceeds from the Fair will be channeled to support educational programmes of Nalanda Free School, Dhamma School and Library.
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