Nalanda Buddhist Society

8 November 2012

Sixth Monthly Pindacāra

Monks going on alms-round is gradually becoming a familiar scene at the Taman O.U.G. morning market. The day dawned calm and clear, beautiful weather for the monthly Pindacāra at Taman O.U.G. morning market.  We were privileged to host 38 devotees from Gandharama Vihara, Kuala Terengganu, who joined us on this meritorious occasion.

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8 November 2012

Virtual Tour of Nalanda Centre

Take a virtual tour of Nalanda Centre - a contemporary and leading centre of Buddhist Education in Malaysia. Besides educational facilities, the centre offers beautiful, tranquil spaces for quiet reflection and meditation.  All are welcome to Nalanda Centre!

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6 November 2012

World Buddhist Conference 2012

The memorable moment of all Conference organisers together with speakers and moderators. It was a fruitful weekend, attended by many who have benefited from the Dhamma talks.

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4 November 2012

Terengganu devotees visit Nalanda

It was a privilege to host the devotees from Gandharama Vihara, Kuala Terengganu who visited Nalanda Centre on Friday, 2 November 2012. As they were guided on the building tour, the entourage of 38 people were impressed by the intuitive design and layout of the centre.

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28 October 2012

“Empress Wu” Oozing Drama and Intrigue

Thank you for your support! We value your contributions towards our outreach work. Our heartfelt gratitude for helping to make a positive difference.

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26 October 2012

Seeking Wealth and Finding the Balance

Economic stability is essential for a man’s welfare and happiness.  With a stable economic position, one’s basic needs of food, shelter, clothing, and medicine can be easily met.  Then, we have a conducive platform for further worldly and spiritual attainment

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18 October 2012

The Art of Story-telling Continues

On 13 October, laughter could be heard ringing from the Srivijaya Hall of Nalanda Centre.  It was the second session of the story-telling workshop.  Mr. Vijaya Samarawickrama (fondly known as Uncle Vijaya) enthralled the participants with his sharing on presentation skills.  He also taught how to best use the voice and body language to make stories come alive, and captivate the audience.

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17 October 2012

The Miracle of Education

Once, the Buddha was residing near the town of Nalanda.  A lay devotee by the name of Kevaddha approached Him and enjoined the Buddha to perform miracles so as to gain the faith of more people.

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13 October 2012

Dhamma at the Workplace

As Buddhists, it is important that we apply the teachings in our everyday lives, including at work.  Bro. Charlie Chia gave a talk on “Practising Dhamma in Our Workplace”.  He discussed the importance of observing the Five Precepts at work.  Not only will we enjoy freedom from guilt, our colleagues and business counterparts will also find us credible and trustworthy.

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10 October 2012

Pindacāra – A Buddhist Heritage

Pindacāra, the practice of collecting alms-food, is observed by Theravada Buddhist monks who have gone forth from ‘home-life’ to ‘homelessness’.

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