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Paying tribute to Ven. Dhammananda on Memorial Day
Paying tribute to Ven. Dhammananda on Memorial Day
Sis. Buddhini Tan, President of Nalanda Buddhist Society shared her message and appreciation for the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda.
On Saturday 31 August, over 150 Nalanda members, devotees and students came together on Memorial Day to pay tribute to our late Spiritual Advisor, Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda. Even though it has been 18 years since his passing, his exemplary life and advice continues to resonate strongly with his direct disciples and the many who learned Dhamma through his books and talks.
Bro. Tan Siang Chye recollected heartfelt memories of ‘Late Chief’ who embodied the values of peace and kindness in every aspect of his life. His efforts to relay the Buddha’s teachings while building harmonious connections within Buddhist communities and across different faiths laid a strong foundation which continues to benefit all of us today.
Early in the morning, Nalanda members and devotees gathered at K. Sri Dhammananda Centre for flag raising.
Members and devotees pay their respects at the shrine in K. Sri Dhammananda Centre.
The late Venerable’s robe was then ceremonially carried by Achariya Tan Siang Chye, in a short procession from K. Sri Dhammananda Centre to Nalanda Centre.
The late Venerable’s robe was then ceremonially carried by Achariya Tan Siang Chye, in a short procession from K. Sri Dhammananda Centre to Nalanda Centre, accompanied by Nalanda members and devotees.
Offering of light and flowers at the shrine of late Ven. Dhammananda.
Paying respects to the shrine of the late Ven. Dhammananda.
Ven. B. Saranankara shared his rejoice in the life-work of Ven. K Sri Dhammananda, and the communities which formed under his spiritual leadership for Buddhists to learn and inculcate the Buddha’s teachings in their daily living. Let us share the merits gained through our meritorious deeds with the late Ven. Dhammananda; may he attain the lasting peace of Nibbana. Sadhu anumodana.
A warm welcome for Ven. B. Saranankara, our Spiritual Adviser.
In his talk, Achariya Tan Siang Chye paid tribute to Venerable for his pivotal guidance and always being with us in spirit.
Devotees had the opportunity to offer dana to venerable members of the Sangha, after the service.
Devotees sitting in a silent meditation led by Ven. Saranankara.
Dedication of merits to late Ven. Dhammananda and to all beings.
We thank everyone for their keen participation in this memorial for our late Spiritual Adviser.
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