Psychologists and social scientists report that having and recognising one’s purpose in life enables one to live more meaningfully. This is because those who have clear goals to attain steer their life decisions with confidence, direction and focus. This is more so if that goal carries a noble purpose, such as those that revolve around philanthropy, compassion and selflessness.
Read more‘Dhamma Day’ commemorates the preaching of Buddha’s first discourse after His Enlightenment, where He taught His initial disciples the fundamental teachings of ‘Four Noble Truths’. To commemorate this auspicious occasion, we will host a Dhamma Forum titled ‘Living Life with Purpose’ on Sunday, 25 July at 9.30am.
Read moreThe practice of chanting forms a basic yet invaluable aspect of Buddhist education. The verses recited contain universal truths, values and virtues uttered by the Buddha Himself, and have been passed down through generations to not just recite, but to understand, reflect and realise. This practice is especially helpful in our modern hectic lifestyle as it helps us develop the Three C’s – Calm, Clarity, and Concentration.
Read moreVesakhā full-moon is the auspicious ‘Buddha Day’ which commemorates three important events in the Life of our Great Teacher – His birth in the year 623 BCE; His Enlightenment in 588 BCE; and His Parinibbāna in 543 BCE. ‘Buddha Day’ on 7 May 2020 also marks the beginning of a new Buddhist Year, or more commonly expressed as Buddhist Era (B.E.) 2564. But how exactly do you derive the Year 2564?
Read moreIn the past, devotees would hang colourful Buddhist flags around temples as Wesak ‘Buddha Day’ was approaching. This year, under the shadows of a pandemic and the national lock-down, celebrations will undoubtedly be very subdued. Buddhist centres are not putting up the flags because religious gatherings are still not allowed this month in Malaysia.
Read moreIn this period of great upheaval for humanity, the deep serenity and tranquility of the Buddha’s image provides solace, hope and peace to troubled minds. We share with you an article published by CNN on 23 April 2020, titled “These ancient images of the Buddha are more timely than you think”.
Read moreToday is the New-moon Uposatha Day of the holy Vesakhā Month. That means we are just two weeks away from the most important day in the Buddhist calendar – the Vesakhā Full-moon ‘Buddha Day’, also known as ‘Wesak Day’ in Malaysia.
Read moreOn Sunday 10 November, Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch held its ‘Sangha Day’ in Happy Garden, Kuala Lumpur with the keen participation of the community. The programme began with meditation, offerings and chanting, followed by a Dhamma talk by Bro. Ananda Fong who shared about the significance of the Sangha.
Read more‘Sangha Day’ is celebrated in November annually at Nalanda to express gratitude and support for the Sangha (monastic community) by offering robes and other requisites to monks and nuns. This is an important occasion for Buddhists to honour the virtues and contributions of the monastic community who strive diligently to bring the Buddha’s teaching for the benefit of mankind.
Read moreOn Saturday 19 January, the mood lightened at the busy markets in Seri Kembangan when two Sangha members supported by a team of Nalandians and volunteers went on alms-round. A long standing programme organised by Nalanda, Pindacāra provides an opportunity for the community to participate in this wholesome cultivation of generosity.
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