Ayasma (Venerable) Dhammavuddho Thero, Abbot of Vihara Buddha Gotama in Temoh, Perak, will be sojourning at Nalanda Centre on 3-4 October 2012. This is an opportunity to meet with and offer dana to the venerable on Thursday, 4 October, at 7am (breakfast) and 11am (lunch).
Read moreDifferent people like the Mid-Autumn Festival for different reasons. While some are inspired by the historical stories or legends associated with it, some enjoy this Festival for its culture and significance. Imagine, with a cup of hot chrysanthemum tea and some mooncakes, listening to the cheerful laughter of children with their beautiful lanterns, and the chatter of family members who are happily catching up with each other, the atmosphere feels so calm and peaceful.
Read more“The mother-child relationship is paradoxical. It requires the most intense love on the mother’s side, yet this very love must help the child grow away from the mother, to become fully independent.” - Erich Fromm
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Read morePress coverage on "Empress Wu" the Musical, published in The Star, on Sunday, 23 September. In collaboration with the well-acclaimed musical group DAMA Orchestra, Nalanda is organizing a fundraising musical in aid of Nalanda Education & Development Fund to help needy Malaysian students obtain holistic guidance and all-rounded education.
Read moreOn 23 September 2012, for the first time, the Nalanda Youth Centre took charge of the programme for the National Service (NS) Trainees’ Service Sunday. The theme was ‘Positive Thinking’. The NS trainees were encouraged to have positive thoughts, as mind is the forerunner of all things. They were also reminded not to dwell too much on the past, and instead to always aspire to be better in the near future and to make decisions wisely. It was a lively and vibrant session as the trainees participated with enthusiasm and gusto!
Read moreThe “Sri Maha Bodhi” Bo-tree was a sapling from the original Bo-tree in Bodhgaya, brought to Sri Lanka from India by Theri Sanghamitta, the daughter of King Asoka.
Read moreIn collaboration with the well-acclaimed musical group DAMA Orchestra, Nalanda is organizing a fundraising musical in aid of Nalanda Education & Development Fund to help needy Malaysian students obtain holistic guidance and all-rounded education. Centred around the dramatic tale of China’s first and only female emperor who brought her empire to great power, you will be transported to ancient China in this compelling show entitled "EMPRESS WU” the Musical.
Read moreDo you wish to build your network of friends and meet other Buddhist youth? How about developing the necessary skills that would help you in any leadership role; be it leading a small group or heading a society? If this is what you are looking for, then Fellowship Undergraduate Night (F.U.N.) is for you!
Read moreAccording to Buddhist tradition, the period from July to October every year is when Buddhist monastics observe the “Vassa” or ‘rains retreat’. In ancient times, the Indian monsoon season prevented Buddhist monks and nuns from wandering. Thus, the Buddha instructed His disciples to temporarily settle in a monastery for three months, and to apply themselves strictly to their spiritual practice.
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