Today marks the 87th birth anniversary of the late Venerable Professor Dr. Kakkapalliya Anuruddha Nāyaka Thero, a foremost Buddhist and Pāli language scholar. He was born on this day in 1929, in a small village in north-western Sri Lanka. He was ordained a novice monk at a young age, and later received the higher ordination as ‘bhikkhu’ at age 20.
Read moreOn Sunday 24 January, parents of Dhamma School students and devotees who were new to Nalanda Centre attended the second session of Svagatam Induction Programme conducted by Nalanda Centre Director, Sis. Nandini Tan.
Read moreWhile sojourning at Nalanda Centre a fortnight ago, Ven. Sri Pandita Henepola Gunaratana took the opportunity to visit the Buddhist Māha Vihāra in Brickfields, and the Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur. Accompanying him were Ven. Mangala, Bro.Tan and a few Nalandian youths.
Read moreOn Sunday 24 January, 180 students of Nalanda Dhamma School and members of Nalanda Youth Centre went on an enjoyable outing at Putrajaya’s Botanical Gardens. The students spent a glorious day in the open learning the meaning of kalyāna-mittatā (spiritual friendship) through healthy outdoor activities.
Read moreNalanda’s inspiring Dhamma Living Camp is back by popular demand! This unique camp is tailored for those who wish to learn and understand what it means to “live in accordance with Dhamma”. Among the highlights of the camp are insightful Dhamma teachings by Bro. Tan, mindful meditation, and relaxation activities.
Read moreOn Sunday 24 January, Sis. Sandy Lim gave a Dhamma sharing on Sāmaggī (concord). Sāmaggī is crucial because when there is harmony and unity in a community, it will grow strong and prosper, and there will be peace and goodwill for all to enjoy.
Read moreOn Sunday 17 January, Nalanda Youth Centre held its weekly morning service which was very well-attended by youths from local universities and colleges. The activities included games and music to foster friendships. The ‘Dhamma Chat’ segment was conducted by Nalanda Dhamma School Director Sis. Sunanda.
Read moreOn 3 January, Nalanda Education Outreach (NEO) Centre in Kuala Lumpur held its first Junior Dhamma School session for this year. The session began with chanting and meditation for the students to compose their minds. This was followed by a welcoming speech and short Dhamma sharing by School Coordinator Sis. Sadhika.
Read moreOn Sunday 10 January, parents of newly-enrolled Dhamma School students and new-comers to Nalanda Centre were invited to attend the first session of ‘Svagatam’ Induction Programme conducted by Bro. Aggaphala Yap. The six-session course aims to introduce Buddhist values, culture and etiquette to its participants. It also aims to provide essential knowledge on how to live in accordance with Dhamma.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society is intending to construct a purpose-built Buddhist education centre located in Sri Serdang for teenagers and children, to be operational by August 2017. The proposed facility will have a capacity for 100 students, and will be operated by Nalanda Dhamma School.
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