On Tuesday 21 February, Nalanda leaders welcomed representatives from 大马佛教大学 Dharma Buddhist University (DBU), Bentong and Sekolah Tinggi Agama Buddha Nalanda, Indonesia to Nalanda Centre for a leadership exchange. On this maiden visit to Nalanda Centre, the group was brought on a building tour to learn about Buddhist history, culture and values that were embedded in its architecture and design.
Read moreRegistration is now open for the 3-day Sutta Study with Meditation workshop on the topic of ‘Entering the Stream and Beyond’. Conducted by Āyasmā Aggacitta, this workshop, which is from 8 to 10 July, enables us to investigate what the suttas say about how to become a stream-enterer and what it entails to be one. The 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 moreToday is International Women’s Day, a celebration of the pivotal role of women in all aspects of human and societal development. This year’s theme of #EmbraceEquity acknowledges the need for a world that is free of bias and discrimination. Instead, when we value diversity and inclusiveness, this brings about unity and progress to any community.
Read moreToday, 8 March 2023, marks 9 years since MH370 disappeared, en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board. Since then, the international search for the lost flight scoured millions of square kilometres through air, ship and undersea operations, to no avail as to its location.
Read moreOn 18 to 20 February, 45 Nalanda Dhamma School students started their school holidays meaningfully with a stay-in programme in Wisdom Park. Over the 3 days, students explored the theme of “Blessings in Life” to better understanding the true blessings as taught by the Buddha.
Read moreNalanda Centre is honoured to host Ajahn Pavaro for a Dhamma talk on Sunday 12 March. We invite you to join the programme which starts at 9am with meditation and chanting. We also invite you to join the offering of lunch dāna to Ajahn; you may bring cooked vegetarian food & fruits to offer. All are welcome!
Read moreToday marks the historical occasion where the Buddha preached the ‘Ovada Patimokkha’ – the summary of His Teachings – at the famed Veluvana Monastery in Rājagaha more than 2,600 years ago. The Buddha taught the spontaneous gathering of 1,250 Arahant bhikkhus the outline of Dhamma practice – “To abandon evil; cultivate virtues; and to purify one’s own mind”.
Read moreGrab the opportunity to learn from Ven. Dr. S. Pemaratana tonight at Nalanda Centre as he gives a Dhamma talk on “Path to Purification”.
Read moreOn Saturday 18 February, 30 young adults between the ages 23 – 33 gathered at K. Sri Dhammananda Centre to learn how to develop calmness and strength in facing the adversities of working life.
Read moreMembers of Nalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia registered at Sri Serdang headquarters will convene for the Society’s 20th Annual General Meeting on Sunday, 19 March 2023, at 2 pm. Members will review last year’s activities, and discuss the Society’s latest development plans. The 2023-2025 term Board of Management will also be elected at this A.G.M. We look forward to welcome you back to our spiritual home.
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