Today is the beginning of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadhan. The practise of restraint is not just with regards to food, but also in our conduct, speech and thoughts. We at Nalanda would like to wish our Muslim brothers and sisters “Selamat Berpuasa”, and a blessed Ramadhan Al-Mubarak. Salam metta.
Read moreIn Malaysia, 16 May is designated as ‘National Teacher’s Day’. Nalanda Buddhist Society wishes all teachers – both spiritual and secular – a meaningful, reflective and joyful Teacher’s Day.
Read moreToday, Buddhists throughout the vast archipelago of Indonesia celebrate Holy Waisak Day. Nalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia would like to extend our warmest greetings and best wishes to all Sangha members and Buddhist devotees in Indonesia. May the anniversary celebrating the Enlightenment of our Great Teacher the Buddha galvanize us towards right effort and determination in finding peace within ourselves, and harmony in our communities.
Read moreWesak Full-moon Day commemorates the Buddha’s birth, Enlightenment, and passing away some 25 centuries ago. This Wesak ‘Buddha Day’ marks the 2,558th anniversary of His passing; hence the Buddhist Era (B.E.) 2558.
Read moreThis week marks the new year for our friends in Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and many in Malaysia, too. Nalanda wishes all our venerables, teachers, and friends a joyous New Year festivities! May this coming year bring much peace, happiness, and well-being to all people around the world. With metta, anumodantu!
Read moreAfter a week’s holiday for the Lunar New Year, Nalanda Centre will reopen tomorrow (Tuesday, 4 February) at 10.00am to continue serving the community. Our Library will also be operational as usual tomorrow. We hope you’ve had a wonderful break from work, and energized by reunions with family members and friends. Welcome back, and see you at Nalanda!
Read moreThis Lunar New Year, we are pleased to present you with a special and lively episode of NALANDA TV! Please click on the screen to view the broadcast, and do SHARE it with your family and friends, as it is more joyful to watch it together!
Read moreDear friends, Nalanda Centre Sri Serdang will be closed from 27 January to 3 February for the Lunar New Year holidays. The Centre and Library will reopen on Tuesday, 4 February, at 10am. Nalanda wishes you a joyful, peaceful, and fulfilling year ahead. For those who are travelling, we wish you safe journeying. Happy New Year!
Read moreNalanda Dharma School students have been practicing hard over the past few weeks, refining their moves for the Lunar New Year ‘Lion Dance’ performance next month! On 26 January, the troupe of seven boys had the opportunity to test their skills by performing for National Service trainees having their Sunday Service at Nalanda Centre.
Read more2013 had been an enriching year for Nalanda. We at Nalanda would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your fervent support towards Nalanda’s education mission. We are hopeful that 2014 will ride on the growth that we experienced in 2013; we look ahead to another year of reaching out and enriching lives. We wish you and your family good health, happiness, and peace. Happy New Year 2014!
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