History has shown that even powerful men were greatly influenced by their mothers during childhood, and grew up inheriting much of the values imparted matrilineally. It is important to understand this matrilineal influence on the development of children, so that we could apply it to benefit humanity infinitely.
Read moreToday, the full-moon of the first lunar month, is known locally as “Chap Goh Meh” and marks the end of the 15-day Lunar New Year celebrations. It is also a significant day for the Chinese community as families would celebrate with another round of joyous reunion, and aspirations for a harmonious and bountiful year ahead.
Read moreNalanda wishes you a joyous and blessed Lunar New Year. During these festivities, Chinese communities around the world celebrate by re-uniting with family and friends. Let us take this time to connect meaningfully with them, as well as conscientiously keeping everyone safe through observing SOPs.
Read moreWe would like to inform you that Nalanda Centre in Sri Serdang will be closed from Monday 24 January to Sunday, 6 February for the Lunar New Year holidays. The Centre will reopen to the public on Monday, 7 February at 10am.
Read moreThroughout history, the search for ‘light’ has led us down many paths of discovery, creations and enjoyment. However, we soon discover that the light which will truly brightens our lives with deep joy and peace is the Dhamma which has been preserved and propagated by the Sangha over the centuries.
Read moreOn 28 November, family and friends gathered online for the Sangha Day B.E. 2565 Observance featuring a special interview with Venerable Ajahn Jayasaro. In this second of a two-part programme, we were honoured to host Ajahn and seek his advice on how we can face current trends which may impact our Dhamma practice and ways to anchor ourselves in our spiritual journey.
Read moreToday, Hindu communities all around the world celebrate the festival of lights – ‘Diwali’ (or ‘Deepavali’ in Malaysia). Symbolic of the triumph of good over evil and the victory of knowledge over ignorance, lights are used as a means to disperse darkness in the colourful festivities.
Read moreToday, Malaysians celebrate the 64th anniversary of our nation’s independence, marking another year of unrelenting patience and perseverance. We have not only put on hold our desires and fancies as a means of safeguarding our communities, we have also made sacrifices due to our care, respect and compassion for our fellow countrymen.
Read moreOn this auspicious 'Buddha Day' of the Buddhist Era 2565, we extend our greetings to respected members of the Māha Sangha, brothers and sisters in Dhamma. Today is the Full-moon Day of Vesakhā month. Buddhists worldwide celebrate the thrice-sacred Buddha Day to commemorate the Birth, Enlightenment, and Passing of Buddha Gotama. In this holy month, it is also timely for us to reflect on our existence by reviewing the past, assessing the present and planning a future course of action towards a more meaningful, peaceful, and happy life.
Read moreNalanda Buddhist Society wishes our Muslim friends a peaceful celebration on the arrival of Syawal today. While festivities are likely to be muted again this year with the reinstatement of lockdown in Malaysia, the spirit of gratitude and forgiveness need not be diminished. With the help of technology, we can still connect with our loved ones whilst safeguarding their health by minimising the risk of exposure to them.
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