On Sunday 22 February, Nalanda members and devotees returned to Nalanda Centre, refreshed and eager to continue learning the Dhamma after the Lunar New Year holidays. The morning began with a short meditation session, giving everyone quiet time to focus on the present moment and calm their minds after the festive celebrations.
Read moreAfter the joy and warmth of the Lunar New Year celebrations, many of us return to our workplaces carrying memories of reunion dinners, family visits, laughter, and meaningful conversations. The festive season offers a precious opportunity to reconnect with our loved ones and to pause from the busyness of life.
Read moreVisiting the temple or monastery during the Lunar New Year is a meaningful and spiritual tradition. During this festive period, Buddhist temples come alive with glowing lights, beautiful lanterns, and a sea of auspicious red symbolising prosperity, joy, and new beginnings. Visitors dressed in festive attire, throng these popular and beautifully decorated temples to soak in the festive atmosphere and look forward to a blessed and prosperous year ahead.
Read moreFrom 31 January to 2 February 2026, 80 students and facilitators from Nalanda Dhamma School, along with youth volunteers, came together for a stay-in programme at Nalanda Centre. Guided by the theme “Respect Starts with Me”, the programme provided meaningful opportunities for students to learn the Dhamma, practise mindfulness and strengthen their bonds with spiritual friends.
Read moreToday marks the full moon Uposatha of the Phussa month. It is an opportunity for Dhamma practitioners to to step back from worldly concerns and turn our hearts toward the Dhamma. Let us observe this auspicious day observing the Eight Precepts, engaging in meditation and reflecting on the noble qualities exemplified by this great disciple of the Buddha.
Read moreToday is the new-moon Uposatha Day of the Phussa month. On this Uposatha day, we deepen our commitment to Dhamma practice by observing the Eight Precepts, engaging in meditation and reflecting on the noble qualities exemplified by this great disciple of the Buddha. We wish you a fruitful day of practice.
Read moreFrom 6 to 12 December, peace and calm radiated across Wisdom Park during the Meditation Retreat led by Ven. Luang Por Viradhammo. Over 60 retreatants and volunteers broke-away from the daily grind to progress in their mindfulness practice with his guidance, and serve the community of practitioners.
Read moreFrom Wednesday 29 October to Sunday 2 November, Plum Village Malaysia held a Mindfulness Retreat at Wisdom Park, under the guidance of monastic members from across the region. Over the five days, 85 participants and volunteers deepened their learning and practice of mindfulness as they explored the theme “You Have Enough”.
Read moreFrom 1 to 2 November, members of Nalanda Kuala Lumpur Branch came together for a meaningful gathering themed “A Gathering of Hearts & Minds”, aimed at deepening their understanding of core values, strengthening unity, and charting the way forward for the Branch. Sis. Buddhini Tan led a learning session on “Grounded in Core & Growing with Care”, highlighting the importance of caring for our core principles and practices, for the people around us, and for the larger community.
Read moreToday is the new-moon day of the ‘Kattika’ month. This is a great opportunity to spend time deepening our Dhamma practice through observing the Eight Precepts, meditation practice and listening to Dhamma talks. Let us reflect on the teachings of the Buddha on this Uposatha with faith, confidence and joy.
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