Mankind’s greatest asset is its ability to develop wisdom and transmit it to following generations so that understanding grows progressively. The Buddha is the prime example of someone who developed his wisdom to perfection and taught his followers the secret of happiness to be realised for themselves.
Read moreToday marks 5 years since the passing of the late Madam Chin Kim Lan, better known to us as the beloved ‘Aunty Tan’. Over half a century, Aunty Tan dedicated herself to supporting and raising funds for Buddhist communities, charities and under-privileged groups throughout Malaysia, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh. Even in her nineties, Aunty Tan never relented in her charitable efforts and initiatives. Her benevolent and graceful spirit was infectious, inspiring others to also give of themselves in wholesome service back to the community.
Read moreNalanda members and devotees offer our warmest wishes to our Spiritual Adviser, Venerable Sri Saranankara Adhikarana Nāyaka Thero on his birthday today. His selfless commitment and contributions to the Buddhist community in Malaysia for almost four decades now, has enabled its continued strengthening for the well-being of many.
Read moreToday marks the 59th anniversary of the formation of ‘Malaysia’– a federation of 13 states spanning the Malay Peninsula, Sarawak, and Sabah. This nation of rich ethnicities and cultures endure because Malaysians uphold respect for other’s beliefs and differences.
Read moreOn Wednesday 31 August, Nalanda members, devotees, volunteers and Dhamma School students gathered to honour our late Spiritual Advisor Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda at Nalanda Centre. Although it has been 16 years after his passing, his missionary impact and contribution to Buddhism in Malaysia continues to be felt in today’s Buddhist societies and communities, of which many are rooted in the late venerable’s efforts.
Read more"It happens that sometimes in history, we are privileged to be associated with outstanding individuals who contributed to the betterment of the human race. One such person was Venerable K. Sri Dhammananda, who left the confines of his village in rural Sri Lanka and spent five decades bringing the sublime message of the Buddha to millions all over the world.
Read moreToday, 31 August 2022, Malaysians here and abroad celebrate the 65th anniversary of our nation’s independence. As a relatively young nation, we have enjoyed peace, progress and stability even as we faced ever-changing and unprecedented trials over the decades. Now as we emerge from the clutches of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is even more critical for us to stand together and face new challenges which arise domestically as well as from global events.
Read more31 August 2022 marks the 16th anniversary of the passing away of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Advisor – Venerable Dr. Kirinde Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Thero. This Wednesday, Nalandians will gather to commemorate his lifetime of missionary work and celebrate his spirit and teachings with the following programme.
Read moreToday is the Republic of Singapore’s 57th National Day. This year's theme – “Stronger Together” advocates and encourages its people to rise together and stay resilient through challenging times. Communities which are united and live harmoniously together can withstand hardships and move forward with courage.
Read moreOn Sunday 17 July, Nalandians welcomed leaders and members of the Buddhist community to Nalanda Centre for a Dhamma Forum, held in conjunction with Dhamma Day B.E. 2566 . To introduce the forum topic ‘Growing a Dhamma community’, the keynote address by Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama set the context of how the pandemic had affected the community, and what can we do to come back stronger than before, both personally and collectively.
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