News & Updates

22 February 2018

Intermediate-level Buddhist Course

Nalanda Institute Malaysia is offering an 8-session course – BPS 202 Intermediate Buddhist Studies in Mandarin – commencing on 10 March 2018 at NEO Centre Happy Garden, Kuala Lumpur.  The course is suited for those who have attended Nalanda Institute’s Basic Buddhist Studies Course in Mandarin (BPS102 or BPS101) or equivalent.

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21 February 2018

Joyful ‘Sangha Day’ at Nalanda K.L.

On Sunday 12 November, Nalandians at the Kuala Lumpur Branch in Happy Garden celebrated ‘Sangha Day’ with much joy.  Devotees observed the occasion with meritorious acts of meditation, pūja and chanting, followed by a Dhamma talk by Sis. Sunanda, who shared about the importance of revering and supporting the Buddhist monastic order.

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20 February 2018

Extraordinary General Meeting

Nalanda Buddhist Society members based in Sri Serdang had a successful Extraordinary General Meeting (E.G.M.) on Saturday, 11 November.  The E.G.M. was called by the Board of Management to propose amendments to the Society’s Constitution.  During the meeting, the Board also sought members’ endorsement to purchase a van for the use of Dhamma School students and for outreach programmes.

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19 February 2018

Dhamma teaching by Ajahn Jayasaro

Friday 10 November marked another auspicious evening for Nalanda devotees as world-renowned Dhamma teacher, Ven. Ajahn Jayasaro, graced Nalanda Centre to share his words of wisdom.  Faith and enthusiasm to learn Dhamma was clearly evident in many devotees as the Teaching Hall was packed to the brim despite the heavy evening downpour.

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18 February 2018

Inaugural camp at NEO Centre S.P.

NEO Centre Sungai Petani recently hosted a fabulous camp for 33 teenagers aged 12 to 16 during the December school holidays.  The 4-day camp themed ‘Right Friendship’ saw the bloom of new and beautiful kinship among the young campers.

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17 February 2018

Dhamma teachers visit Nalanda

On Sunday 5 November, Nalanda Centre was honoured by the visit of 10 members from Maha Satipatthana Society (MSS) in Klang and 4 members from Malaysian Buddhist Meditation Centre (MBMC) in Penang.  This was a follow-up visit after the National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers organised by Nalanda in September 2017.

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16 February 2018

Happy Lunar New Year

Nalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia wishes people around the world who celebrate the Lunar New Year a meaningful and joyous celebration!  We also take this opportunity to thank all our benefactors, donors, and volunteers from near and far for your continuous support over the years.  Your help has enabled the growth of holistic Buddhist education in Malaysia and beyond.  May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and happiness always!  Happy New Year!

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15 February 2018

New Year message from Nalanda

The eve of Lunar New Year and the first day of the year tomorrow are two very important occasions for Chinese people.  After weeks, months, or even a whole year of hard work, everyone reunites to celebrate the ties that bind us as a family.

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14 February 2018

Inspiring teenagers’ camp in Serdang

From 30 November to 3 December 2017, Nalanda Dhamma School organised an inspiring teenagers’ learning camp in Sri Serdang, themed ‘Connect Within’ for 75 teenagers ranging from 13 to 17 years old.

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13 February 2018

New Year “Open House” in Kedah

Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch invites everyone to our “Open House” on Monday, 19 February – the 4th day of Chinese New Year – at NEO Centre in Bandar Mutiara. Join our programme from 9.30am to 12.30pm which includes New Year blessings, lunch for devotees, and most importantly, a special Dhamma talk by Nalanda founder Bro Tan.

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