Pertaining to news or development of Wisdom Park.
The gathering of members and core volunteers last week at the 10th National Nalanda Members’ Convention was a heartfelt reunion of our broader Dhamma family. Kalyana mittā bound by a common goal and mission, joyfully reconnected with each other at the start of convention, and continued to encourage one another in their learning and reflection throughout the four days.
Read moreDuring the long holiday weekend from 10 to 13 April, over 90 Nalanda members and core volunteers came together for the 10th National Nalanda Members’ Convention at Wisdom Park. Keeping to the theme of ‘Towards a Buddhist Missionary’, the group delved deeper into personal and organisational transformation through learning, reflections and team building activities.
Read moreOn Sunday 31 March, we welcomed Ven. Cunda and Ajahn Bodhidhaja to Wisdom Park for a short visit. Both monks are from Bodhinyana Monastery in Western Australia and had just conducted meditation retreats in Johor Bahru and Klang Valley. An opportune meeting, participants of the 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers warmly greeted venerable sirs and listened carefully to their words of advice.
Read moreFrom 28 to 31 March, over 100 teachers and volunteers from communities across Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, immersed themselves in joyful learning and service at the 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers. Co-organised by Nalanda Buddhist Society and Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia, this gathering of like-minded teachers explored "Education of the Heart", a holistic approach to spiritual and personal development that encompasses not just intellectual understanding, but also the cultivation of virtues and qualities that lead to the transformation of the heart.
Read moreThe 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School teachers concluded just yesterday, with much joy and exuberance for all 100 teachers and volunteers. Inspired by the learning sessions, discussions, forums, and workshops over the 4 days, teachers made aspirations to be unrelenting in this noble role of relaying the profound Dhamma, and in progressing their own learning and spiritual growth. A big ‘THANK YOU’ to all organisers, volunteers and participants for the wonderful learning experience and spiritual friendship. Sadhu anumodana!
Read moreThis morning, 70 Dhamma School teachers from across Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore planted the ‘Bunga Tanjung’ (Mimusops elengi) tree, dedicating it to teachers during the 2nd National Camp for Dhamma School teachers at Wisdom Park.
Read moreFrom 21 to 26 March, Nalanda Centre hosted Ven. Ajahn Visālo, an Indonesian monk who ordained under Luang Por Liem, Abbot of Wat Nong Pah Pong. Devotees and members were grateful for the opportunity to associate with a well-practised teacher to learn the Dhamma and make offerings.
Read moreWe look forward to welcome registered participants to Wisdom Park, Kuala Kubu Bahru for the second National Camp for Dhamma School Teachers. Jointly organised by Nalanda Buddhist Society and the Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia (TBCM), the Camp is a platform for Dhamma School teachers to learn and discuss ways to enhance approaches in sharing the Buddha's teachings in a systematic and engaging manner to the younger generation.
Read moreJust yesterday, over 35 yogis and volunteers completed the Meditation Retreat led by Ven. Gavesi held from 1 to 10 March at Wisdom Park. Yogis were guided by venerable sir in 10 days of intensive practice, starting with clear instructions, daily Dhamma talks and personal interviews.
Read moreLast weekend, on the 18 to 19 February, we hosted 24 members and volunteers of Gurun Buddhist Association on their visit to Wisdom Park. Led by their President Bro. Tan King Leong & Deputy Bro. Heng Meng Huan, the group consisted of the association’s Dhamma School teachers and their children, who were on route to Borobudor, Indonesia for a learning trip.
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