Nalanda Buddhist Society

15 October 2024

Registration for Dhamma School now opens

Learning Dhamma is essential for the wholesome development of mind and character to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.  Nalanda Dhamma School has thus been serving this purpose; to provide holistic Buddhist education to the younger generations by imparting them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and most importantly, religious and moral values.  Ultimately, students are independently equipped for worldly responsibilities and are set to eventually experience spiritual awakening in their lives.

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14 October 2024

Youths reunite a month after inspiring camp

On Sunday 13 October, 50 participants of the Dhamma-Living Camp for Young Adults gathered physically and virtually at Nalanda Centre for a Reunion Day.

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12 October 2024

Volunteer as a Dhamma School Facilitator

For many years, Nalanda Dhamma School has been a cornerstone in providing holistic Buddhist education and nurturing the next generation of compassionate leaders. With the support of the school facilitators, our students have grown in understanding, wisdom and compassion. They go on to contribute their energy and talents to the Buddhist community and beyond, involved in social initiatives that make a difference in society.

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11 October 2024

Meaningful weekend ahead

We look forward to a weekend filled with wholesome programmes — On Saturday, 60 Dhamma School Teachers from across the nation will gather at Wisdom Park for a Learning Day conducted by Bro. Aggaphala Yap.

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7 October 2024

Monks on alms-round in Taman OUG & Happy Garden

On Saturday 5 October, the community came together to offer alms to the Sangha in the morning markets of Taman OUG and Happy Garden.  The serene sight of the Sangha members on alms-round inspired many market-goers to offer food and drinks with deep devotion. 

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6 October 2024

Sangha Day B.E. 2568

We invite you and your family members to join us in observing ‘Sangha Day’ at Nalanda.  This is an important occasion for Buddhists to honour the virtues and contributions of the monastic community.  Devotees express gratitude to monks and nuns who strive diligently in practising the Dhamma, and teaching it for the benefit of mankind.

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5 October 2024

Learning about ‘Merits and Parami’ with Dr. Ng Wai Chong

On Sunday 29 September, over 130 devotees gathered to learn about ‘Merits and Parami’ with Dr. Ng Wai Chong, who works with governmental and charities in Singapore and worldwide, on the support and care of vulnerable adults and older person. 

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2 October 2024

Written evaluation for BPS 307

In the past four months, Nalanda Institute lecturers and facilitators witnessed the diligent progression of BPS 307 (Certificate in Buddhist Studies) participants in studying and reflecting on lecture topics, as well as supporting each other in their learning and assignments. 

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1 October 2024

Wellness Workshop with Dr. Ng Wai Chong

On Saturday 28 September, over 40 Nalanda members and volunteers explored factors leading to ageing gracefully in a Wellness Workshop led by Dr. Ng Wai Chong, Founder-CEO of NWC Longevity Practice and Head of Clinical Development of Home Nursing Foundation in Singapore. Covering WHO Active Aging Framework, such as health, lifelong learning, connectedness and security, participants learned how to prepare themselves to age well and be resilience throughout the journey. 

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29 September 2024

Prayers for Nepal flood and landslide victims

Over the past two days, intense rainfall has inundated the valley around Kathmandu, Nepal. Flash floods, landslides and collapsed buildings have caused over 120 deaths and thousands of people to be displaced. Floods are reported to have broken waterpipes, and affected telephone and power lines.

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