News & Updates

8 April 2024

Nalanda Centre closed for Members’ Convention

In conjunction with Nalanda’s 10th National Members’ Convention, Nalanda Centre and Pustaka Nalanda will be closed for 4 days from Wednesday 10 April.  The Centre and Library will be reopened on Sunday, 14 April at 8am, and we welcome you to join us for the Morning Service at 9am.

Read more
6 April 2024

Ven. Cunda and Ajahn Bodhidhaja visit Wisdom Park

On Sunday 31 March, we welcomed Ven. Cunda and Ajahn Bodhidhaja to Wisdom Park for a short visit.  Both monks are from Bodhinyana Monastery in Western Australia and had just conducted meditation retreats in Johor Bahru and Klang Valley.  An opportune meeting, participants of the 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers warmly greeted venerable sirs and listened carefully to their words of advice.

Read more
5 April 2024

‘Happy Young Adults’ reflect on growth

In the past two weeks, participants of the ‘Happy Young Adults’ programme have been learning and reflecting on their journey at work and in life with Bro. Lee Kong Foo, a Nalanda leader and a senior manager in a multinational corporation.  Sharing his insights and personal experiences, the participants learned more about achieving success with purpose and satisfaction.

Read more
4 April 2024

Observing ‘Cheng Beng’ with understanding

The Chinese community celebrates ‘Cheng Beng’ (or ‘Qing Ming’, 清明节) today, a custom when people pay tribute to their ancestors through food offerings and by ‘sweeping tombs’.  This tradition which originated over two thousand years ago in China, coincides with the beginning of spring when the sun shines brightly; the words ‘Cheng Beng’ means "pure brightness".

Read more
2 April 2024

Dhamma School teachers connect and enthused at National Camp

From 28 to 31 March, over 100 teachers and volunteers from communities across Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, immersed themselves in joyful learning and service at the 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers.  Co-organised by Nalanda Buddhist Society and Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia, this gathering of like-minded teachers explored "Education of the Heart", a holistic approach to spiritual and personal development that encompasses not just intellectual understanding, but also the cultivation of virtues and qualities that lead to the transformation of the heart.

Read more
1 April 2024

Thank You for an inspiring camp

The 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School teachers concluded just yesterday, with much joy and exuberance for all 100 teachers and volunteers.  Inspired by the learning sessions, discussions, forums, and workshops over the 4 days, teachers made aspirations to be unrelenting in this noble role of relaying the profound Dhamma, and in progressing their own learning and spiritual growth.  A big ‘THANK YOU’ to all organisers, volunteers and participants for the wonderful learning experience and spiritual friendship.  Sadhu anumodana!

Read more
30 March 2024

Celebrating selfless service at National Camp for Dhamma School teachers

This morning, 70 Dhamma School teachers from across Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore planted the ‘Bunga Tanjung’ (Mimusops elengi) tree, dedicating it to teachers during the 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School teachers at Wisdom Park.

Read more
29 March 2024

Togetherness at 21st Annual General Meeting

On Sunday 24 March, Nalanda members came together for the Society’s 21st Annual General Meeting.  Members received and approved the Board of Management’s 2023 Annual Report, rejoicing in the collaboration and unity of members, supporters, devotees and volunteers in realising the multitude of Dhamma learning programmes for the community.

Read more
28 March 2024

Hosting and learning with Ven. Ajahn Visālo

From 21 to 26 March, Nalanda Centre hosted Ven. Ajahn Visālo, an Indonesian monk who ordained under Luang Por Liem, Abbot of Wat Nong Pah Pong.  Devotees and members were grateful for the opportunity to associate with a well-practised teacher to learn the Dhamma and make offerings.

Read more
26 March 2024

National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers is just 2 days away

We look forward to welcome registered participants to Wisdom Park, Kuala Kubu Bahru for the second National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers.  Jointly organised by Nalanda Buddhist Society and the Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia (TBCM), the Camp is a platform for Dhamma School teachers to learn and discuss ways to enhance approaches in sharing the Buddha's teachings in a systematic and engaging manner to the younger generation. 

Read more