Holistic Education for Integral Human Development
Significance of Buddha Day
Buddha Day commemorates the Enlightenment of the Buddha – His liberation from ignorance and suffering. This event took place on the Full-moon Day in the month of Vesakhā, which falls between April and May in our conventional calendar. Thus, according to tradition this day is also known as ‘Vesak Day’ (or Wesak Day).
10 May, Saturday
8:00 am - 7:00 pm
‘The Gradual Training’ Sutta Study with Meditation Workshop
Conducted by Āyasmā Aggacitta to investigate what the suttas say about the nature and development of jhānas as part of a comprehensive, sequential scheme of training. For pre-registered participants.
11 May, Sunday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Buddha Day Eve Morning Service
Dhamma talk by Sis. Paruadi Ramasamy & Lunch Dāna offering to Sangha members.
12 May, Monday
7.00 am
Pindacāra (monks on alms-round) around Sri Serdang
9:00 am
Buddha Pūja & Dhamma talk by Bro. Tan Siang Chye
11:00 am
Launching of "Buddha Jayanti" Exhibition
11.30 am
Lunch dāna to venerable monks.
Lunch offering to 8-preceptees & devotees
1.00 pm
Film Screening
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Mass Food Offering
In the spirit of giving, free meals will be offered to the community.
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Heritage Procession & Dhamma Appreciation Night
A unique cultural and spiritual experience for the whole community, followed by presentations from Nalanda Youth Centre and Nalanda Dhamma School.
13 May, Tuesday
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Young Working Adults Forum
We invite young working adults, of ages 35 and below, to come and learn from seasoned corporate and professionals on fostering harmony at work. Register here now.
14 May, Wednesday
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Group Meditation & Dhamma teaching by Luang Por Dumrong
Luang Por Dumrong, a disciple of Ajahn Chah, will be leading the guided meditation session followed by a Dhamma teaching.
15 May, Thursday
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Group Meditation in Mandarin at NEO Centre KL, in Happy Garden
17 May, Saturday
8.30 am - 10.00 am
Pindacāra at Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan by Nalanda Youth Centre
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
'Peace Walk' at NEO Centre KL, in Happy Garden
Commences at NEO Centre in Happy Garden to commemorate Buddha Day in a peaceful and harmonious way.
18 May, Sunday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Morning Service & Dhamma talk in Mandarin
Dhamma talk in Mandarin by Sis. Nandini Tan on ‘Leading a Life of Wisdom & Compassion’.
10:00 am - 4.00 pm
Blood Donation Drive
Join the Blood Donation Drive, a wholesome deed one can perform this Wesak. Please register at this link to book a suitable slot.
1.00 pm
Film Screening
10 - 18 May
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Buddha Jayanti Exhibition
This annual exhibition prepared by Nalanda Dhamma school facilitators and students illustrate messages of the Dhamma through visual and interactive presentations.
Wisdom Park Exhibition
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12 May, Monday
9:00 am
Buddha Pūja
9:30 am
Buddha Day Message from Nalanda
9:45 am
Mandarin Dhamma talk by Bro. Tong Siong Yeow
11:00 am
Lunch dāna for Sangha members
11:30 am
Lunch for 8-preceptees and devotees
* 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Building tour
*Exhibition prepared by Family Dhamma School on the Buddha's teachings.
17 May, Saturday
6:00 pm
Light refreshment
6:30 pm
Dhamma teaching by Achariya Vijaya Samarawickrama
7:30 pm
Peace Walk
9:00 pm
Dedication of Merits
11 May, Sunday
7:00 am
Breakfast dāna to Sangha members
7:45 am
Pindacāra – Alms-round in Taman Johor Jaya
9:00 am
Buddha Day Eve Morning Service & Dhamma talk
11.00 am
Lunch dāna for Sangha members
Sharing of merits
11.30 am
Lunch for 8-preceptees and devotees
12 May, Monday
7.00 am
Breakfast dāna for Sangha members
9:00 am
Buddha Pūja
9:30 am
Buddha Day Message from Nalanda
9:45 am
Dhamma talk in Mandarin by Bro. Ooi Boon Keat
11:00 am
Lunch dāna for Sangha Member
11:30 am
Lunch for 8-preceptees and devotees
7:00 pm
Heritage Procession & Dhamma talk in Mandarin by Bro. Ooi Boon Keat
9:30 pm
Dedication of Merits
10.00 am - 2.00pm
Buddha Day Exhibition & Building Tour
Exhibition prepared by Family Dhamma School on the Buddha’s teachings.
Guided tour of NEO Centre JB.
11 May, Sunday
8.00 pm - 10.00 pm
Film Screening – ‘Dhammayatra’ 正觉之道
‘Dhammayatra’ is a spiritual pilgrimage to retrace the path taken by our Enlightened Teacher 2,600 years ago, and to discover the timeless beauty and efficacy of His marvellous teachings.
12 May, Monday
9:15 am
Flag-raising Ceremony
9:30 am
Buddha Pūja
10:00 am
Buddha Day Message from Nalanda
10:15 am
Mandarin Dhamma talk by Bro. Aggaphala Yap
11:30 am
Lunch for 8-preceptees and devotees
2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Blood Donation Drive
Join the Blood Donation Drive, a wholesome deed one can perform this Wesak. Please register at this link to book a suitable slot.
* 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Building tour
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