News & Updates

27 May 2015

Traditional Procession held on ‘Nalanda Day’

A procession steep in tradition – the “Buddha Abhisekhara” – was held on Friday, 1 May (“Nalanda Day”) to celebrate the officiating ceremony of Nalanda Centre annex building.  The procession was led by members of the Māha Sangha, and participated by a thousand guests and devotees from all over Malaysia and Singapore.

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26 May 2015

Officiating Nalanda Centre’s Annex Building

On Friday 1 May, which was Nalanda Buddhist Society’s 12th anniversary, Nalanda Centre was filled with joy as 1,000 Nalandians and guests came to take part in the ‘Officiating Ceremony of Nalanda Centre Annex Building’.  We were honoured to have Ven. Sri Saranankara Nayaka Thero, Abbot of Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple in Sentul, Ven. Nyanaramsi Thero, Abbot of Subang Jaya Buddhist Vihara, and venerable members of the Maha Sangha to offer blessings at the ceremony. Read more

26 May 2015

Second Anniversary of NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Today marks the second anniversary of the opening of Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centre in Taman Johor Jaya, Johor Bahru.  On this special occasion, Nalanda Buddhist Society would like to thank all members, benefactors, volunteers and supporters who have worked hard for the establishment of this important Dhamma-education facility in Southern Johor.

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25 May 2015

Wesak Volunteers feted at Nalanda

On Sunday 10 May, the Wesak Observance Organising Team hosted an appreciation luncheon for all volunteers and devotees who contributed to the successful 3-day Wesak ‘Buddha Day’ programme earlier this month.

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24 May 2015

Training mindfulness in breathing

“A monk, having gone to the woods, to the shade of a tree, or to an empty hut, sits down cross legged, holding his body erect, and setting mindfulness to the fore: mindfully, he breathes in; mindfully he breathes out.

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22 May 2015

Honouring Mother’s Love and Sacrifice

On Sunday 10 May, Nalanda Dharma School organised a simple yet heart-warming celebration to appreciate and recollect with gratitude the unconditional sacrifice showered upon us by our mothers.

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21 May 2015

Service Sunday Talk by Ananda Fong

At the last Service Sunday before Wesak celebrations in Malaysia, Nalanda organised a day-long programme based on ‘Samaggi’ – the cultivation of unity and harmony.  There were messages from the President Sis. Evelyn; advice from Nalanda Founder Bro. Tan; a Dhamma talk by Bro. Ananda Fong; and briefing for Wesak Day volunteers by Honorary Secretary, Bro. Pee.

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20 May 2015

The ‘Silver Lining’ Awards Presentation

On Saturday 16 May, the “Silver Lining” Photography Competition Awards presentation was held at Nalanda Centre, attended by nearly all prize recipients, their families and friends.  The ceremony marked the close of Nalanda Youth Centre’s two-month campaign to raise awareness on the importance of kindness and compassion in society.

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19 May 2015

Meeting with Nalanda’s National Leadership

On 26 April, the Management Committee of Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch met with the national leadership at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang.  The meeting was organised by KL Branch Chairman Bro. Eugene Yong for everyone to exchange ideas on the branch’s progress and development. Nalanda President Sis. Evelyn Chow, Deputy President Bro. Charlie, Honorary Secretary Bro. Pee, and Executive Secretary Sis. Nandini attended the fruitful session.

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18 May 2015

Malaysians pray for Nepal earthquake victims

On Sunday 17 May, Malaysian religious groups held a joint prayer session in Kuala Lumpur for the earthquake victims in Nepal.  The devastating quakes killed more than 8,600 people and caused untold damages to the country’s infrastructure.  Representatives of the Buddhist, Hindu, Christian and Muslim communities took turns to recite chants or prayers on stage, witnessed by a large congregation.

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