On Saturday 5 September, Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama gave a talk on the topic “The Law of Dependent Origination” (‘Paticca Samuppada’), which is also referred to as co-dependent origination.
Read moreToday marks the 14th anniversary of the terrorist bombing of New York, which killed thousands of innocent civilians, and leaving a damning scar in the history of humanity. We shall never forget our failings that day as a human race – of how a highly-intelligent species can be driven to such ignorance, intolerance and bigotry. More importantly, we should endeavour to prevent a repetition of this cowardly act of cruelty.
Read moreOn Saturday 15 August, Nalandians arrived early at the Seri Kembangan market and started to prepare the venue while greeting our trader friends and devotees around the area. Members of the public stationed themselves along the ‘Pindacāra’ (alms-round) route, waiting patiently for the arrival of venerable monks. Some explained to their friends about the meaning of this meritorious occasion and encouraging them to participate.
Read moreOn Monday 31 August, Nalandians from Sri Serdang and Kuala Lumpur branches gathered at our ‘Spiritual Home’ – Nalanda Centre – for Members’ Day. Members present observed a 3-minute silence to pay tribute to our beloved member, the late Sis. Ooi Sock Khoong, who passed away a week before. Sis. Sock Khoong was earnest in her community service and diligent in her Dhamma practice.
Read moreOn Sunday 30 August, Nalandians in their white shirt and sarong attire, came together at Nalanda Centre for ‘Samaggi Day’, which falls on the last Sunday of every month. “Samaggi”, which means unity and harmony, is a Pāli word and an important Buddhist principle.
Read moreOn Monday 31 August, despite it being the National day public holiday, many Nalandians and devotees congregated at Sri Serdang to commemorate the 9th anniversary of our late Spiritual Advisor, Venerable Dr. Kirinde Sri Dhammananda’s passing. As the day also marked our country’s Independence Day, the National Anthem ‘Negaraku’ was sung in a flag-raising ceremony.
Read moreOn Sunday 30 August, Nalandians and devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang for a Dhamma talk by Achariya Tan Siang Chye with the title “A Humble Tribute”. He recollected his fond memories of the much respected and beloved Venerable Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Thero.
Read moreOn Friday 28 August, besides the Full-moon Uposatha Service, Nalanda Centre was also filled with devotees who came for a special prayer and memorial service for Nalanda member, Sis. Ooi Sock Khoong who passed away peacefully on 22 August 2015 due to sickness. Nalanda Founder Bro. Tan led the congregation in ‘Pūja’ (offerings to the ‘Three Jewels’) and chanting. Thereafter, Bro. Tan gave Dhamma teachings to the congregation which stirred our awareness about the value of life.
Read moreOn Sunday 23 August, Bro. Benny Liow shared his unforgettable memoirs of the late Ven. Dr. Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Thero. He remembers with gratitude the late venerable as a spiritual father to him.
Read moreToday, 30 million Malaysians home and abroad celebrate the 58th anniversary of our country’s independence. Arguably, much progress has been achieved since 1957, when the Federation of Malaya first took its nascent steps towards building a peaceful, prosperous and harmonious future.
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