Namo Dhammaya! It is with regret and deep respect that we announce the passing of (Venerable) Sayādaw U Panditā earlier today in Bangkok. Sayadawgyi was one of the most renowned and respected teachers of Vipassana meditation in the tradition of Mahasi Sayadaw. His passing is a reminder to all of us to value our living days and practise the Dhamma diligently with a sense of urgency (“Samvega”).
Read moreOn Sunday 10 April, Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama gave a talk on ‘Rites & Rituals’, which is part of the BPS 033 Buddhist Devotional Practice course. He explained how rites and rituals evolved with human development and had an important role in binding communities culturally.
Read moreOn Saturday 9 April, Nalandians from the Klang Valley gathered for their monthly Members’ Day meeting to deliberate and discuss on matters involving the Society. During the gathering, Nalanda founder Bro. Tan shared about the Buddha’s teaching to Venerable Ananda in the Mahāparinibbāna Sutta (DN 16) on the conditions which would contribute to the progress of a community.
Read moreToday marks the New Year for many Asian ethnic groups including the Sinhalese, Tamils, Bengali and Myanmar. We at Nalanda Malaysia would like to wish all our friends a joyful celebration of their respective New Year’s Day – with plenty of wholesome happiness, family togetherness, and the blessings of good health. Namaskara!
Read moreOn Sunday 10 April, 70 participants of the Dhamma Living Camp 2016 which was held last month at Genting Highlands, gathered at Nalanda Centre for a cheerful ‘reunion’. It was a happy occasion as the campers greeted each other with great warmth and joy. Participants said that their experiences at the camp had made a huge difference in their lives, and given their spiritual practice a boost.
Read moreOn Thursday 7 April, Bro. Gan gave a sharing at the New-moon Uposatha Service on the significance of keeping the Eight Precepts on Uposatha days. He referred to the Visakhuposatha Sutta, a discourse given by the Buddha to Lady Visakha, a generous female lay-disciple.
Read moreOn Thursday 7 April, Bro. Tan shared with us the story of one of Sri Lanka’s great Buddhist kings – King Dutthagamani – who is mentioned in the Mahavamsa, the Great Chronicles of Sri Lanka. Besides defeating the enemies of Sri Lanka, King Dutthagamani is remembered for being instrumental in the development and preservation of Buddhism on the island as well as for the building of great Buddhist stupas, expanding many temples, and supporting the Sangha during his reign.
Read moreDear friends, kindly be informed that the registration for this year’s Pilgrimage to India and Nepal is officially CLOSED today. Members who are selected for the 2016 Pilgrimage will be informed by 17 April. Would-be pilgrims have to attend a 2-month special Dhamma course in September-October to prepare for this spiritual journey. You will also be advised on practical matters such as visa application and other preparations from time to time.
Read moreIt has been quite hot these two months in Kedah. But the hot and dry weather has brought tecoma trees (tabebuia rosea) planted along roads in Alor Setar into lovely bloom of pink and white flowers!
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On Wednesday 6 April, at Nalanda’s weekly group meditation, Sis. Buddhini shared about the importance of mental preparation before meditation. She explained that it was important for us to be aware of the causes and conditions that disturb us before we can settle our minds and be concentrated.
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