Message by Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama, Chairman of Nalanda Education Committee
Teacher’s Day is an important occasion on Nalanda Buddhist Society’s annual calendar because we are an educational institution. Without education, we cannot have a civilization.
Read moreToday Malaysians went back for their first working day after the 14th General Elections with a new federal government and many new state leaders at the helm. It was Malaysia’s first transfer of power at the federal level since independence, and we should be proud that it was a remarkably peaceful one.
Read moreArticle by H. S. Tan
On the historic day of 9 May 2018, the people of Malaysia have spoken loud and clear. In a courageous move, the Rakyat* repudiated a regime that was seen as corrupt, racist, and not in line with our collective aspirations. But we did not effect change in a violent revolution — that is not the Malaysian way. We did it by discovering a national conscience, and through exercising our constitutional right to vote.
Read moreArticle by H. S. Tan
In the heat of our current election fever, let us stay cool for a moment. Consider that the vast majority of Malaysians express love for our country, what does it actually mean to “love” Malaysia?
Read moreMessage from Evelyn Chow, President of Nalanda Buddhist Society.
Today marks the 15th anniversary of Nalanda Buddhist Society. I feel blessed being around with so many members who are attending the Sixth National Members Convention here at Nalanda Centre. There are many supportive conditions over the past 15 years which caused all of us to be here today – I believe our gathering is not by mere chance.
Read moreArticle by the founder of Nalanda, Bro. H. S. Tan
Today, one of the last vestiges of the Cold War – the Korean Conflict – took a great leap forward to being resolved. A remarkable moment in the history of our generation happened this morning, when Kim Jong-un, the supreme leader of North Korea, stepped into South Korea to meet with its President, Moon Jae-in.
Read moreIn 1975, the United Nations adopted 8 March annually as the day to highlight the plight of women worldwide. In many countries and cultures, women had been discriminated against in employment, social benefits, political processes, and even in religion. The situation gradually improved with awareness coupled with changing attitudes, and by providing equal opportunities in education for women.
Read moreThe eve of Lunar New Year and the first day of the year tomorrow are two very important occasions for Chinese people. After weeks, months, or even a whole year of hard work, everyone reunites to celebrate the ties that bind us as a family.
Read moreThe 2018 Pyeongchang （平昌）Winter Olympics had just gotten underway in South Korea this evening. The spirit of modern Olympics has always been the celebration of fraternity and friendship across race, religion, and nationality. Let this be our common goal and principle throughout these games.
Read moreLast year was truly amazing for Nalanda Buddhist Society when we had hugely successful events such as the WACANA Conference, ‘e-Run for Community Education’, Dhamma-Living Camps, and two special year-end Dhammayatras. Our focus on educating teenagers and youths yielded great results with hundreds of enthusiastic young Buddhists participating in Nalanda’s numerous learning programmes.
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