Pertaining to Nalanda Education & Outreach Centres programmes and activities in KL, JB and SP.
Wesak ‘Buddha Day’ commemorates the profound event of Buddha’s ‘Enlightenment’ – in other words, His complete realisation of truth and liberation from suffering. The path towards ‘Enlightenment’ begins with learning and practising Dhamma. Thus, we should prioritise spiritual cultivation over rituals in observing Wesak Day.
Read moreOn Saturday 2 April, two venerable monks went on Pindacāra (alms-round) at Overseas Union Garden (O.U.G.) and Happy Garden morning markets. It was the first time in many months that the Pindacāra programme was held at O.U.G. and the response there was very heartening.
Read moreOn Friday 12 February, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch organized an “Open House” for the public at NEO Centre Bandar Mutiara in conjunction with the Lunar New Year celebration. Members of the public began streaming in continuously as the Centre opened at 10 am.
Read moreOn 3 January, Nalanda Education Outreach (NEO) Centre in Kuala Lumpur held its first Junior Dhamma School session for this year. The session began with chanting and meditation for the students to compose their minds. This was followed by a welcoming speech and short Dhamma sharing by School Coordinator Sis. Sadhika.
Read moreThe Nalanda Dhamma School year began in Serdang, Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru centres simultaneously on Sunday, 3 January. The Dhamma School in J.B. is catered for teenagers aged 13 to 17. A total of 40 weekly sessions plus 3 special occasions are scheduled in the school calendar.
Read moreSince its opening last month, the Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centre in Sungai Petani has received many compliments for its simple elegance and pragmatic design. The 4,300 square feet facility houses a Dhamma Teaching & Meditation Hall, a reference library, office, meeting room, two guest rooms, and a kitchen.
Read moreLast Saturday (2 January), Venerable Sumanaransi and Venerable Sukhi were invited to participate in the first alms-round of the year at Sri Petaling and Happy Garden markets. This monthly ‘Pindacāra’ programme is part of Nalanda’s efforts to educate the public on the importance of supporting the noble monastic order and to understand what is proper Buddhist practice.
Read moreOn Friday, 25 December 2015, the Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centre in Sungai Petani was officiated by Venerable B. Sri Saranankara Nāyaka Thero. The simple but meaningful ceremony was attended by Nalanda members from all over the country.
Read moreThe 4th National Nalanda Members' Convention in Sungai Petani has concluded well. Members from Serdang, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Sungai Petani felt the joy and camaraderie of being with 'kalyana mitta' and having fruitful discussions.
Read moreNalanda Youth Centre officers went to NEO Centre Johor Bahru to recharge, re-energise, and align their direction and plans for the coming year at their annual ‘Fuel-Up’ Camp from 11 to 13 December. It was a fruitful gathering and the youth officers are now highly motivated to lead the Youth Centre forward.
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