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10 March 2013

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“A Buddhist Reflects on Spirituality”

When we speak of spirituality, people often relate it to religion. However, spirituality is more than that; it is a whole manner of living often to reduce one’s dependence on materialism, so as to gain ultimate happiness. Buddhism is not about mere beliefs or blind faith, but is often touted as a way of life. It emphasizes the gradual, incremental practice of generosity, morality, and mental cultivation, whereby the practitioner overcomes ignorance by wisdom.

31 January 2013

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Happy Chinese New Year!

17 January 2013

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Wayang Kulit Learning Workshop

In addition to the story-telling workshop series, Mr. Vijaya Samarawickrama also imparted his knowledge and skill of the precious Asian theatre widely known as wayang kulit. In this first session of the wayang kulit learning workshop held on 12 January, participants were taught the knowledge of ancient wayang kulit techniques as well as the skills of producing a puppet befitting a wayang kulit performance.

15 December 2012

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“Recognizing the Dhamma”

Have you read a Dhamma book today?

Book title	:	Recognizing the Dhamma
Author	:	Ven. Bhikkhu Thanissaro
Topic	:	Concepts, Teachings and Practice

Introduction

Shortly after her ordination, Mahapajapati Gotami asked the Buddha for a short Dhamma instruction that would guide her in her solitary practice. The Buddha gave a discourse on the eight principles for recognizing what qualifies as Dhamma and Vinaya, and what does not. The eight principles have been widely cited ever since. In addition, there are passages on the principles of modesty, non-entanglement, dispassion, etc. in this compilation. Read more

5 December 2012

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Enriching Moments with Reader’s Theatre

On 1 December, the atmosphere was instantly transformed into a theatre for two fulfilling hours during the story-telling workshop conducted by the always hilarious and well-experienced Mr. Vijaya Samarawickrama (fondly known as Uncle Vijaya), Director of Nalanda Institute Malaysia.

3 November 2012

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“Friends & Foes in Meditation”

Who are our foes and friends in meditation? In this book, Ven. Ajahn Brahmavamso explains in detail the Five Hindrances which are the obstacles that we will meet in our meditation. They stop us from becoming enlightened. The understanding of these hindrances and overcoming them is crucial.

20 October 2012

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“Walking the World”

The Buddha teaches that the world is to be found ‘in this fathom-long body’. Suffering and the cause of suffering, liberation and the path leading to liberation, are all to be found right here – in this mind, in this body.

8 October 2012

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Rekindling the Ancient Art of Story-telling

Story-telling is an ancient folk-art which is still being practised in modern times. It has the power to delight, frighten, teach, inspire, and motivate listeners. Skilfully done, story-telling is a powerful tool for education.

24 August 2012

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“A Constitution for Living”

Have you read a Dhamma book today?

Book title	:	A Constitution for Living : Buddhist Principles for a Fruitful and Harmonious Life
Author	:	Ven. P. A. Payutto
Publisher	:	Inward Path, Penang
Topic	:	Concepts, Teachings and Practice

17 August 2012

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“Dhamma Everywhere”

Have you read a Dhamma book today?

Book title	:	Dhamma Everywhere : Welcoming each moment with Awareness + Wisdom
Author	:	Venerable Ashin Tejaniya
Publisher	:	Auspicious Affinity
Topic	:	Concepts, Teachings and Practice