We warmly welcome you to Nalanda Centre this week for Buddha Day programmes held from 21 to 26 May. For friends taking the MRT Putrajaya line which covers areas from Kwasa Damansara, Kepong Baru, Jalan Ipoh, KLCC, to Putrajaya Sentral, alight at the UPM Station which is just 1 km or a 13-minute minute walk from Nalanda Centre.
Read moreWe invite you to come for a special screening of the documentary film ‘Dhammayatra – A Journey of Self-Discovery’ (Mandarin with English subtitles), on Friday 24 May 8pm. ‘Dhammayatra’ is a spiritual pilgrimage to retrace the path taken by our Enlightened Teacher 2,600 years ago, and to discover the timeless beauty and efficacy of His marvellous teachings.
Read moreOn Saturday 18 May, Nalanda members and volunteers gathered early in the morning to mobilise the Pindacāra (monks on alms-round) at Bazar Rakyat. Just as early were market-goers and vendors who look forward to this monthly event which is an avenue for them to give and support monastics even as they go about their daily chores and work.
Read moreJoin us tomorrow evening, Tuesday 21 May, to prepare for Buddha Day in a tranquil evening of learning and cultivation.
Read moreToday, Nalanda Centre has been humming with activity as members, devotees and students prepare for ‘Buddha Day’ celebrations. With just 2 days to go, the efforts of the past weeks are culminating in the host of programmes prepared specially for devotees to have a meaningful celebration.
Read moreThis year’s Buddha Day theme ‘Peace begins with Me’ provokes reflection on how our attitude and mindset determines outcomes and impact those around us. At the upcoming ‘Young Working Adults Forum’, we will explore this theme to better understand how to cultivate this in ourselves so that we act responsibly at work and reduce situations leading to anger and conflict.
Read moreThe final session of the ‘Happy Young Adults’ programme was held just this Tuesday 14 May, at the Nalanda Book Café Community Centre. From being strangers 3 months ago, to now being good friends, participants gathered to learn from Bro. Tan Siang Chye on ‘Living a Meaningful Life’.
Read moreThe Dhamma Appreciation Night ensues with a Dhamma talk by Ajahn Dton Dhirapanno, the co-abbot of Wat Pah Boon Lorm in Ubon, Thailand, and performances by Nalanda Youth Centre and Dhamma School. We invite you to share this news with your family and friends so that together we can experience the serenity and joy of Wesak at Nalanda!
Read moreCome and join the iconic Heritage Procession on Wesak Full-moon Buddha Day, 22 May, at 7.30pm for a spiritual celebration of the Buddha’s Enlightenment. The community gathers yearly for this tranquil and unique cultural experience where the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs, accompanied by beautifully hand-crafted paraphernalia.
Read moreCome and join the Mass Food Offering for the public on Wesak ‘Buddha Day’, 22 May, from 5.00pm. This offering is a heartfelt service to family, friends and the community, as well as a wonderful platform to cultivate ourselves in generosity and care. If you would like to offer food or make contributions, please contact Sis. Mudita at 017-332 6526 or Nalanda Centre 03-8938 1500. Come and be a part of this meaningful Buddhist celebration! Thank you.
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