Lights, camera, action! Take a peek at the process behind NalandaTV’s special production this year for the Lunar New Year. For every individual scene to come to life, many moving parts and people came together, working seamlessly to support each other. The simple but reflective short film was a joyful and fun process for all involved.
Read moreNalanda members from Sri Serdang and Kuala Lumpur Branches are invited to attend Members’ Day this Sunday, 9 February at 2pm. The meeting is an important occasion for members to get updates and discuss the Society’s latest developments, as well as upcoming programmes.
Read moreTomorrow, Sunday 9 February, marks the first school session of the year, and we are happy to welcome both new and returning students to Nalanda Dhamma School in Sri Serdang and Family Dhamma School in Kuala Lumpur.
Read moreRegistration is now open for the ‘The Gradual Training’ Sutta Study with Meditation Workshop conducted by Āyasmā Aggacitta to investigate what the suttas say about the nature and development of jhānas as part of a comprehensive, sequential scheme of training. This workshop is suitable for participants who have a good understanding of core Buddhist concepts and practice, including the Four Noble Truths and Noble Eightfold Path.
Read moreAs the new school term approaches, Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators are eagerly preparing to welcome students for the 2025 sessions. Through a combination of focused training programmes and detailed planning, our dedicated facilitators are committed to ensuring a rewarding and impactful learning experience for all students.
Read moreOn this 8th day of Lunar New Year festivities, gatherings continue as Hokkien families organise large celebrations to welcome the Hokkien New Year. These gatherings are lively and heartwarming, just as the reunions have been in the past week when we are surrounded by our loved ones and friends who each add their unique presence to the celebration.
Read moreWe joyfully invite you and your loved ones to join us this Sunday 9 February for the annual “Tea-Offering Ceremony” and Gratitude Day, in conjunction with the Lunar New Year. This endearing tradition is hosted by Nalanda Dhamma School to express our appreciation to our parents, teachers and elders for their support and care.
Read moreNalanda Office Staff have returned to Nalanda Centre Sri Serdang after a week-long Lunar New Year break. They started the day making offerings, taking refuge in the Three Jewels, observing the Five Precepts, and reciting verses of blessings.
Read moreSaturday, 18 January marked the first ‘Meet the Author’ session for 2025 hosted by Pustaka Nalanda. Members and devotees had an opportunity to learn from Achariya S. Vijaya, who brought us into his thought journey behind the book he authored ‘A Buddhist Reflects on Ending Pain, Feeling Joy.’
Read morePractising contentment and moderation during Chinese New Year can be challenging because celebrations are full of indulgent feasting, social gatherings, and a culture of abundance. True en-‘JOY’-ment however comes from appreciating the essence of Chinese New Year rather than overindulgence. Here’s 5 practical ways we can practise contentment and moderation this Chinese New Year.
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