On 30 May, devotees gathered at the Nalanda Centre to celebrate Buddha Day Eve with Buddha Puja, meditation, reflection and Dhamma learning. The atmosphere was filled with devotion and mindfulness as participants engaged in practices that honour the life and teachings of the Buddha. The Dhamma talk, delivered by Sis. Paruadi, focused on the extraordinary life journey of the Buddha. She emphasized that the Buddha is a remarkable being who arises in the world for the benefit and happiness of many.
Read moreWe invite you to join a 10-week meditation programme introducing the Four Foundations of Mindfulness, based on the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta, in a structured and accessible way to support meditators in developing a grounded daily practice. The programme starts on 10 June to 9 September and sessions are held on Wednesdays from 8pm to 10pm.
Read moreOn Saturday 16 May, the Johor Bahru Branch Family Dhamma School joyfully resumed its sessions as children, parents, and facilitators gathered in preparation for the upcoming Buddha Day Observance, now just two weeks away. Guided by Sis. See Hui Shien and Sis. Saw Geik Cheok, students learned about the life of the Buddha, His Enlightenment, and His noble qualities.
Read moreAs we observe the 20th Memorial Day of Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda, Nalanda’s Dhamma through Drama production serves as a heartfelt tribute to his Dhammaduta spirit. More than a commemoration, it reflects his lifelong dedication to sharing the Buddha’s teachings with clarity and compassion. Through this drama, the community remembers his example and continues his mission of bringing the Dhamma to life.
Read moreNalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch is organising a Mandarin Dhamma Workshop with Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano on 27 & 28 June at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. Discover how to live the Truth in daily life and experience true freedom through inner transformation. We invite you to join in this programme to learn from Venerable and practise together with like-minded friends.
Read moreNalanda Institute Malaysia is honoured to host a special lecture by Dr. Ooi Eng Jin, Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies in International Buddhist College. Dr. Ooi will bring to light the fascinating world of early Buddhist inscriptions discovered in Kedah Tua – one of Southeast Asia’s oldest civilisations.
Read moreOn 11–12 April, Nalanda hosted a two-day Dhamma Workshop led by Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano, attended by more than 120 participants. With the theme “When Knowing Sets You Free,” the workshop guided participants in discovering how understanding the essence of truth leads to inner transformation and liberation.
Read moreFrom 3 to 5 April, the Nalanda Youth Centre hosted a 3 day 2 night stay-in programme at Wisdom Park for undergraduates. With the theme “Strength in Serenity”, this stay-in aimed to help students strengthen their minds to face life’s difficulties while learning to incorporate Buddhist principles into daily living.
Read moreNalanda members and volunteers warmly welcomed Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano this afternoon. Over the next two days, he will be conducting a Dhamma workshop exploring how we can live the Truth in our daily lives and experience true freedom through inner transformation. A gentle reminder to all registered participants: the workshop begins at 9.00 am tomorrow, with registration opening at 8.30 am.
Read moreOn Sunday 29 March, Nalanda Youth Centre was honoured to host Venerable Ajahn Visālo at the weekly Youth Sunday Service for a Dhamma Chat. Ajahn compassionately guided the youths in meditation, emphasising the importance of being both at ease and aware in meditation and in daily life. He encouraged youths to train themselves to be a silent witness and completely accept what is happening in the present moment.
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