Nalanda Buddhist Society

14 July 2024

Ajahn Narindo on Path of Dhamma

On Saturday 6 July, Nalanda members and devotees gathered for the Uposatha Evening Service to learn from Ven. Ajahn Narindo.  He shared that Dhamma cultivation brings us on a path that goes against the worldly norms which can be difficult to walk.  However, when we persist in overturning our habitual likes, dislikes and attachments, we will find ourselves experiencing more joy and peace.

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13 July 2024

Youths visit Tzu Chi to learn about recycling

This morning, 13 July, 9 Nalanda youths and Nalanda leader Sis. Evelyn Chow visited Tzu Chi Recycling Centre in Seri Kembangan to learn and understand the types of materials which can be recycled as well as the proper ways to prepare them after use.  With this knowledge and hands-on learning experience, the youths are upskilling themselves to reduce waste at the upcoming Family Fun Fair through cleaning and recycling.

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12 July 2024

Coming together to prepare for Family Fun Fair

For the past weeks, Nalanda members and volunteers are working together to prepare for the upcoming Family Fun Fair.  Teams from the adult, youth and student groups have been meeting often and harmoniously to discuss and brainstorm ideas to welcome and serve members of the community on Sunday 28 July.

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12 July 2024

Nalanda Members’ Day

Nalanda members from Sri Serdang and Kuala Lumpur Branches are requested to attend Members’ Day this Sunday 14 July at 3pm.  The meeting is an important occasion for members to get updates and discuss the Society’s latest developments, as well as upcoming programmes.  We look forward to welcome everyone back to our ‘spiritual home’ at Nalanda Centre.

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11 July 2024

Young Working Adults group from Singapore visit Nalanda

From 5 to 7 July, Nalanda Youth Centre welcomed friends from DAYWA (Dhamma Assembly for Young Working Adults - Singapore) to visit Nalanda and Wisdom Park.  They are the organising committee for the upcoming August meditation retreat, and specially arranged this 'reconnaissance' trip to prepare for the retreat whilst also joining the learning programmes at Nalanda Centre.

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11 July 2024

Nalanda members explores ‘Sejarah Kedah Tua’ at International Conference

10 Nalanda members and volunteers are currently attending the International Conference : The History of ‘Kedah Tua’ (ancient Kedah) from the written records of Yi-Jing, held today 11 July in Kuala Lumpur.  The conference features a diverse panel of international researchers and speakers, and includes a special briefing by Dr. Nasha Rodziadi Khaw – Centre for Global Archeological Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia.

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10 July 2024

Family Fun Fair Volunteer Briefing

We invite all Family Fun Fair volunteers to attend the Volunteer Briefing this Sunday 1pm, at Nalanda Centre.  The briefing includes an introduction to the Family Fun Fair and a familiarisation of your roles with the team leads.  We extend our appreciation to you in advance for being a volunteer to serve the community and wish you happy service!

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8 July 2024

Well-spent public holiday at Nalanda Centre

Today, Nalanda members and volunteers came back to our ‘spiritual home’ on this national public holiday for a joyful day of service.  Meetings and discussions were held since the morning for management matters, Family Fun Fair preparations and currently, the community engagement is on-going.

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7 July 2024

Community gathers for Ariya Charity Fair

Early this morning, Nalanda members and volunteers joined the Buddhist community at Menara Ken in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail for a wholesome day of giving and service.  The Food and Family Fair is currently on-going until 2pm today, to raise funds for the construction of the 1st Malaysian Theravada Bhukkuni Nunnery & Dhamma Training Centre.

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6 July 2024

Dhamma talk tonight by Ajahn Narindo

Today, on the new-moon day of Āsālha, Nalanda members and devotees gathered since morning at Nalanda Centre for a day of cultivation.  Alternating between sitting and walking meditation sessions, the group received guidance from Ven. Ajahn Narindo, a monk of Chinese-Malaysian descent who has been residing and training at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery. 

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