Last Saturday 15 November, the community at Seri Kembangan markets gladly offered requisites to venerable Sangha members for the last Pindacāra of the year. Volunteers took time to inform curious onlookers about the purpose of Pindacāra and encouraged them to participate. Some who have been observing this activity for months now joined in with deeper understanding and faith.
Read moreLast Wednesday 12 November, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre to learn from Ven. Dipako, who first shared his personal story and challenges in becoming a monk. He remarked that we all have the opportunities to deepen our practice as we are in a safe environment and can fulfill our basic needs. But at the same time, there are many distractions in our lives which can derail our spiritual aspirations.
Read moreIn today’s fast-changing and uncertain world, emotional stability is an essential skill for personal growth and success. Hence, Nalanda Youth Centre is organising a workshop on “Emotional Stability” for students aged 16 to 23. It will equip participants with practical tools to build resilience, remain calm under pressure, and face life’s challenges with clarity.
Read moreOn Tuesday 11 November, the Young Working Adults group held their monthly gathering at the Nalanda Education Outreach Centre in Happy Garden to explore the theme of “Finding Meaning and Purpose at Work”. The session began with a self-reflection exercise where participants examined their state of mind when thinking about their careers.
Read moreNalanda Institute Malaysia and the Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia are grateful to everyone who registered for WACANA 2025. Due to overwhelming response, registration is officially closed on Monday, 17 November at 11am.
Read moreOn 7 and 8 November, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch was honoured to host a two-day Dhamma Retreat led by Venerable Kittisobhano (Bhante Huat Poh). Through relatable examples, Venerable guided participants to understand the Wisdom of “seeing things as they truly are”. Venerable explained that while generosity, morality, and meditation exist in many traditions, the distinctive strength of the Buddha-Dhamma lies in its wisdom that leads one beyond suffering. He highlighted that suffering arises when we mistakenly take the temporary aggregation of the five aggregates as a permanent “self”.
Read moreIn this video, WACANA forum chairperson Sis. Amanda Chen shares about the need to nurture dynamic and spiritual youth communities, which will be addressed in FORUM F2 – YOUTHS.
Read moreBring Dhamma to life through impactful and inspiring designs. Nalanda is inviting applications for a Creative Design Associate to join our dedicated team. This is a meaningful opportunity for individuals between the ages 18 to 35 with a passion for visual storytelling and Buddhist values to contribute their creativity in service of the community. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
Read moreDon’t miss this rare opportunity to gather with spiritual friends from across the region at WACANA 2025. Join us for a day of discovering how we can create communities that nurture joy, peace and wisdom. Secure your seat now!
Read moreWe have received the arrival of Ven. Dīpako at 7pm today at Nalanda Centre. It is Ven. Dīpako's maiden visit to Nalanda Centre and he will be delivering a Dhamma talk and guided meditation from 8.30pm to 10.00pm. All are welcome! Ven. Dīpako was born in the city of Rennes, France to parents of Sino-Khmer heritage. During a visit to Southeast Asia, he discovered Wat Pah Nanachat, the International Forest Monastery in Thailand.
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