Nalanda Institute Malaysia is offering BPS 307, a certificate course in Buddhist Studies which introduces Dhamma learning in a structured, systematic, and holistic manner. The course will be held at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang from 2.30pm to 6.00pm on these Saturdays:
Read moreOver the past weeks, members, parents, students and devotees have each been doing their part to prepare for Buddha Day Observance which is just days away. Whilst contributing their knowledge, skills, time and effort towards the programmes, exhibitions and in preparing Nalanda Centre, everyone is at the same time readying themselves to commemorate the Buddha’s Enlightenment in a spiritual way.
Read moreHave you been looking for a structured and holistic way to understand the teachings of the Buddha? If you have, or know family and friends who will benefit from this opportunity to learn, we invite you to join this 12-session course – BPS 307 Certificate in Buddhist Studies which commences on Saturday 8 June.
Read moreBuddha Day is just 10 days away, and we invite you to join the host of programmes at Nalanda from 21 to 26 May. We will be sharing these programmes over the next week, and we invite you together with your family and friends to come and spend this auspicious observance in a meaningful way.
Read more“Just as a mother would protect her only child with her own life, even so, let him cultivate boundless thoughts of loving-kindness towards all beings”, such was the Buddha’s teaching as He expounded on ‘metta’, the ultimate sense of goodwill towards all beings. Such is a mother’s love – unconditional and selfless. She shapes our moral compass and teaches us right from wrong, so that we may be happy and live meaningful lives.
Read moreWe joyfully welcome you to join the iconic Heritage Procession, on Wesak Full-moon Buddha Day, 22 May, at 7.30pm. In this unique cultural experience, the Buddharupam is conveyed on a wooden sedan to the harmonious beat of drums and gongs, accompanied by beautifully hand-crafted paraphernalia carried by traditionally-dressed devotees.
Read moreA pint of blood saves up to 3 lives! Blood donation is safe, painless, simple, and one of the most wholesome deeds one can do. We invite you to participate in the Blood Donation Drive at Nalanda Centre on Sunday 26 May, in conjunction with Buddha Day Observance.
Read moreSince mid-April, members and volunteers have been planning, designing and are now installing the two special exhibitions for this year’s Wesak Observance. Working together joyfully, the teams have put much thoughts into the exhibition content to convey educational value and the joy of learning Dhamma to the public.
Read moreWe welcome all ‘Buddha Day’ volunteers to attend the Volunteer Briefing at 1pm this Sunday 12 May, at Nalanda Centre. The briefing includes an introduction to the Buddha Day programmes from 21 to 26 May, and familiarisation of your roles with the team leads. We extend our thanks to you in advance for stepping forward to play a part in this auspicious event and wish you happy service!
Read moreToday is the start of the holy Wesak month and in just two weeks time, Buddhists around the world will be commemorating the anniversary of Buddha’s Enlightenment. This year’s Buddha Day Observance at Nalanda carries the theme of ‘Peace Begins with Me’, and we invite you to come explore how we can cultivate and strengthen serenity within so that harmony and goodwill can abound around us.
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