Please note that all posters and brochures mentioned in the event list below is displayed in the gallery above instead.
Dear Friends,
In the blink of an eye, February has rolled around and we hope that everyone is seeing good progress in achieving your spiritual goals. We would like to share some events that might be of interest to the community :
Below are some upcoming events, announcement & activities around town:
1) Nalanda Buddhist Society is organizing a 3-day2-night camp in Chin Swee Temple, Genting Highlands. This camp is aimed for those who have a keen interest to learn and understand what it means to “live in accordance with Dhamma”. Highlights include insightful Dhamma teachings, mindful meditation and relaxation activities. For more information, call Nalanda Office at 03-8939 1501 or email [email protected] . If you wish to register, download and complete the application form found here http://www.nalanda.org.my/wordpress/mainsite/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Dhamma-Living-Camp-Application-Form.pdf and submit it via email to [email protected] or deliver it to Nalanda office before 26 February 2016
2) BMSM Samadhi Vihara is organizing a weekly Pali Language Course beginning 24th March 2016. It will be conducted in Samadhi Vihara, every Thursday from 8pm – 10pm over a duration of 8 months. Fees are RM80 for members and RM100 for non-members which include books and reading materials. Registration closes on 14th March 2016 and is limited to 30 pax so if you’re interested, you can contact Sis Jennifer (018-313 6869) or the Office (03-5481 3818.
3) Subang Jaya Buddhist Association (SJBA) is inviting the public to a one-day CNY Thai Dhutanga Monks Chanting & Blessing event on 1st March 2016. A total of 60 Thai Forest Dhutanga Monks will be visiting SJBA for pindapata, dana, chanting and blessings. Helpers (especially male Kappiyas) are needed so if you wish to help, please contact Bro Pan 019-268 8283. You can also donate any amount to the Thai Monks for their India pilgrimage.
4) Bandar Utama Buddhist Society (BUBS) will be hosting renowned meditation master Tan Ajahn Dtun for a weekend retreat in Uttama Bodhi Vihara. The retreat will be held on 14th – 15th May 2016 and registration will close on 12 noon Sunday, 10 April or upon reaching their optimum number. For enquiries, please call Bro Chee Wat (016-313 3628) or Sis Siok Teng ([email protected]). Please see attached poster for more information on Tan Ajahn Dtun and retreat details.
5) Buddhist Gem Fellowship (BGF) is organizing a 4 day Vipassana meditation retreat under Bhante Gavesi. Vipassana Meditation or Insight Meditation is based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as expounded under the Satipatthana Sutta. A firm understanding and the development of continuous mindfulness of mental and physical phenomena is crucial as this will lead to the realization of impermanence, un-satisfactoriness and non self as insight unfolds accordingly leading ultimately to liberation and release from the suffering of SamsaraVipassana Meditation or Insight Meditation is based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as expounded under the Satipatthana Sutta. A firm understanding and the development of continuous mindfulness of mental and physical phenomena is crucial as this will lead to the realization of impermanence, un-satisfactoriness and non self as insight unfolds accordingly leading ultimately to liberation and release from the suffering of Samsara.
The retreat will be held in BGF and registration can be done online at http://tinyurl.com/vipassana-retreat-mar2016 . For enquiries, please call Sis Cheng Imm (019-357 7828), Sis Elaine Low (013-352 7662) or email [email protected] . Please see the attached poster for info.
Vipassana Meditation or Insight Meditation is based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as expounded under the Satipatthana Sutta. A firm understanding and the development of continuous mindfulness of mental and physical phenomena is crucial as this will lead to the realization of impermanence, un-satisfactoriness and non self as insight unfolds accordingly leading ultimately to liberation and release from the suffering of Samsara.
Bhante Gavesi is a Malaysian bhikkhu who is currently based in Penang. He was ordained by Sayadaw U Pandita of Panditarama in Myanmar in the year 2001. He has led a number of retreats in Penang, Kuala Kubu Bharu, Kota Tinggi, Melaka, Kuching, Sabah and other places in Malaysia and Indonesia. Presently, he is the Spiritual Advisor of Peace House in Penang.Bhante Gavesi is a Malaysian bhikkhu who is currently based in Penang. He was ordained by Sayadaw U Pandita of Panditarama in Myanmar in the year 2001. He has led a number of retreats in Penang, Kuala Kubu Bharu, Kota Tinggi, Melaka, Kuching, Sabah and other places in Malaysia and Indonesia. Presently, he is the Spiritual Advisor of Peace House in Penang.
6) The Malaysian Buddhist Coperative Society (MBCS) will be having their CNY Charity Lunch 2016 on the 28th February 2016. The event will be held in the SJKC Yuk Chai Convention Hall and aims to make a difference in the lives of the elderly.M100 per ticket, RM1000 per table to support our fund raising effort by celebrating with your family with course meals specially arranged with Sekinchan's Hao Xiang Chi restaurant with all proceeds go to fund 200pax old folks CNY lunch, and the land cost for MBCS future elder care facility. For more info, visit mbcs.org.my or call 012-6310719 (Linda) for tickets or for sponsorship/donation enquiries. You can also visit http://cashflowmate.wix.com/mbcscharitylunch for info.
7) Sasanarakkha Buddhist Sanctuary (SBS) is organizing a Hokkien-language meditation retreat on 28th March – 3rd April 2016. The retreat will be conducted by Ayasma Aggacitta and registration closes on 5 March 2016. The application form can be downloaded here http://www.sasanarakkha.org/event/2016/HMR%201%202016%20-%20Announcement.pdf and the application procedure is outlined in the form itself. For enquiries, please contact Sis Lay Hoon (013-523 0288) or email her at [email protected] .
8) Subang Jaya Buddhist Association (SJBA) will be organising a Meditation Retreat, conducted by SJBA Abbot, Venerable Nyanaramsi as follows:
Date : 12th to 15th May 2016 (Thursday to Sunday)
Venue : Chin Swee Temple (Genting)
Transportation : Bus
Yogis are required to take 9 precepts during the retreat. Yogis who are not able to take 9 precepts, kindly inform the organisers in advance and make your own arrangement for light dinner. We are seeking a contribution of Rm292 per yogi to defray the running cost for meals, lodgings, transportation and fee for the usage of the meditation hall.
Registration is open from the 1st of February on the first come first serve basis. Confirmation of place is upon submission of Registration Form with Payment to Sis. Lily at 03-56348181, 03-56315299. Registration closes on the 15th of April.
9) Tan Ajahn Cagino will be at Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre for a pindapata, sangha dana and dhamma talk on the 27th February 2016. The program is as follows:
8AM : Pindapata at PJ Old Town Market
9AM : Sangha Dana at TRCCP
10AM : Dhamma Talk in Mandarin
For enquiries, please call Bro Tommy 019-221 9020. Please note that the food for the dana is vegetarian.
10) Buddhist Maha Vihara is organising a 'Day of Peace' in conjuction with the 10th Year Memorial of the late Ven Dr K.Sri Dhammananda Nayaka Maha Thera. There will be an 8 Precepts programme on this day conducted by Venerable Dr. M. Punnaji Maha Thera. Please call the BMV office at 03-2274 1141 or email them at [email protected] for more information and registration enquiries.
11) Losang Dragpa Centre (LDC) will be playing host to a visit from Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche in April 2016. The dates of the visit are as follows:
Venue : Losang Drapa Centre, No.1 , Jln 17/21F, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
1st – 3rd April 2016 Time TBC
6th April 2016 8.00pm
For more information, please visit http://www.fpmt-ldc.org/ or call 03-7968 3278.
Lama Zopa Rinpoche is a Tibetan Buddhist scholar and meditator who for 30 years has overseen the spiritual activities of the extensive worldwide network of centers, projects and services that form the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT) which he founded with Lama Thubten Yeshe. Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s life accomplishments and contributions to the world thus far serve as an incredible testament to Rinpoche’s tremendous compassion for others. You can find more information on Lama Zopa Rinpoche here http://fpmt.org/teachers/zopa/ .
12) Bro James Ong will be conducting a meditation course for beginners in Buddhist Maha Vihara, Brickfields. The course will be a series of 9 lessons on 9 Wednesdays throughout the month of March and April 2016. The classes are from 7.30pm – 9.30pm and you can call 019-277 8529 or 019-312 3688 to register or for more information. You can visit www.mahasatipatthana.org for more information.
13) The Buddhist Channel has been the premier source for Buddhist-related news and articles for more than a decade. The site has always made bias-free reporting and objective journalism a priority and is highly regarded for its rich and insightful content. Visit the Buddhist Channel at http://www.buddhistchannel.tv/index.php for your daily Buddhist news fix. If you would like to support or donate to the Channel’s work, you can write to the editor at [email protected] .
14) Dr Chan Kah Yein's - AnimalCare work to help homeless stray animals is ongoing all year round. Support her work through the purchase of AnimalCare's tshirts and cruelty-free soap and toothpaste. We have helped a total of 7560 animals now.......and still counting. Log onto her website www.myanimalcare.org to check out how you may be able to contribute to her mission.
We would like to take this opportunity to recall to mind the contributions and dedication of the late Ven Phra Baidika Dr Dhammadinna who passed away on 20th November 2015. May Bhante Dhammadinna attain the highest bliss of Nibbana.
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.
Dear Friends,
In the blink of an eye, February has rolled around and we hope that everyone is seeing good progress in achieving your spiritual goals. We would like to share some events that might be of interest to the community :
Below are some upcoming events, announcement & activities around town:
1) Nalanda Buddhist Society is organizing a 3-day2-night camp in Chin Swee Temple, Genting Highlands. This camp is aimed for those who have a keen interest to learn and understand what it means to “live in accordance with Dhamma”. Highlights include insightful Dhamma teachings, mindful meditation and relaxation activities. For more information, call Nalanda Office at 03-8939 1501 or email [email protected] . If you wish to register, download and complete the application form found here http://www.nalanda.org.my/wordpress/mainsite/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Dhamma-Living-Camp-Application-Form.pdf and submit it via email to [email protected] or deliver it to Nalanda office before 26 February 2016
2) BMSM Samadhi Vihara is organizing a weekly Pali Language Course beginning 24th March 2016. It will be conducted in Samadhi Vihara, every Thursday from 8pm – 10pm over a duration of 8 months. Fees are RM80 for members and RM100 for non-members which include books and reading materials. Registration closes on 14th March 2016 and is limited to 30 pax so if you’re interested, you can contact Sis Jennifer (018-313 6869) or the Office (03-5481 3818.
3) Subang Jaya Buddhist Association (SJBA) is inviting the public to a one-day CNY Thai Dhutanga Monks Chanting & Blessing event on 1st March 2016. A total of 60 Thai Forest Dhutanga Monks will be visiting SJBA for pindapata, dana, chanting and blessings. Helpers (especially male Kappiyas) are needed so if you wish to help, please contact Bro Pan 019-268 8283. You can also donate any amount to the Thai Monks for their India pilgrimage.
4) Bandar Utama Buddhist Society (BUBS) will be hosting renowned meditation master Tan Ajahn Dtun for a weekend retreat in Uttama Bodhi Vihara. The retreat will be held on 14th – 15th May 2016 and registration will close on 12 noon Sunday, 10 April or upon reaching their optimum number. For enquiries, please call Bro Chee Wat (016-313 3628) or Sis Siok Teng ([email protected]). Please see attached poster for more information on Tan Ajahn Dtun and retreat details.
5) Buddhist Gem Fellowship (BGF) is organizing a 4 day Vipassana meditation retreat under Bhante Gavesi. Vipassana Meditation or Insight Meditation is based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as expounded under the Satipatthana Sutta. A firm understanding and the development of continuous mindfulness of mental and physical phenomena is crucial as this will lead to the realization of impermanence, un-satisfactoriness and non self as insight unfolds accordingly leading ultimately to liberation and release from the suffering of SamsaraVipassana Meditation or Insight Meditation is based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as expounded under the Satipatthana Sutta. A firm understanding and the development of continuous mindfulness of mental and physical phenomena is crucial as this will lead to the realization of impermanence, un-satisfactoriness and non self as insight unfolds accordingly leading ultimately to liberation and release from the suffering of Samsara.
The retreat will be held in BGF and registration can be done online at http://tinyurl.com/vipassana-retreat-mar2016 . For enquiries, please call Sis Cheng Imm (019-357 7828), Sis Elaine Low (013-352 7662) or email [email protected] . Please see the attached poster for info.
Vipassana Meditation or Insight Meditation is based on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as expounded under the Satipatthana Sutta. A firm understanding and the development of continuous mindfulness of mental and physical phenomena is crucial as this will lead to the realization of impermanence, un-satisfactoriness and non self as insight unfolds accordingly leading ultimately to liberation and release from the suffering of Samsara.
Bhante Gavesi is a Malaysian bhikkhu who is currently based in Penang. He was ordained by Sayadaw U Pandita of Panditarama in Myanmar in the year 2001. He has led a number of retreats in Penang, Kuala Kubu Bharu, Kota Tinggi, Melaka, Kuching, Sabah and other places in Malaysia and Indonesia. Presently, he is the Spiritual Advisor of Peace House in Penang.Bhante Gavesi is a Malaysian bhikkhu who is currently based in Penang. He was ordained by Sayadaw U Pandita of Panditarama in Myanmar in the year 2001. He has led a number of retreats in Penang, Kuala Kubu Bharu, Kota Tinggi, Melaka, Kuching, Sabah and other places in Malaysia and Indonesia. Presently, he is the Spiritual Advisor of Peace House in Penang.
6) The Malaysian Buddhist Coperative Society (MBCS) will be having their CNY Charity Lunch 2016 on the 28th February 2016. The event will be held in the SJKC Yuk Chai Convention Hall and aims to make a difference in the lives of the elderly.M100 per ticket, RM1000 per table to support our fund raising effort by celebrating with your family with course meals specially arranged with Sekinchan's Hao Xiang Chi restaurant with all proceeds go to fund 200pax old folks CNY lunch, and the land cost for MBCS future elder care facility. For more info, visit mbcs.org.my or call 012-6310719 (Linda) for tickets or for sponsorship/donation enquiries. You can also visit http://cashflowmate.wix.com/mbcscharitylunch for info.
7) Sasanarakkha Buddhist Sanctuary (SBS) is organizing a Hokkien-language meditation retreat on 28th March – 3rd April 2016. The retreat will be conducted by Ayasma Aggacitta and registration closes on 5 March 2016. The application form can be downloaded here http://www.sasanarakkha.org/event/2016/HMR%201%202016%20-%20Announcement.pdf and the application procedure is outlined in the form itself. For enquiries, please contact Sis Lay Hoon (013-523 0288) or email her at [email protected] .
8) Subang Jaya Buddhist Association (SJBA) will be organising a Meditation Retreat, conducted by SJBA Abbot, Venerable Nyanaramsi as follows:
Date : 12th to 15th May 2016 (Thursday to Sunday)
Venue : Chin Swee Temple (Genting)
Transportation : Bus
Yogis are required to take 9 precepts during the retreat. Yogis who are not able to take 9 precepts, kindly inform the organisers in advance and make your own arrangement for light dinner. We are seeking a contribution of Rm292 per yogi to defray the running cost for meals, lodgings, transportation and fee for the usage of the meditation hall.
Registration is open from the 1st of February on the first come first serve basis. Confirmation of place is upon submission of Registration Form with Payment to Sis. Lily at 03-56348181, 03-56315299. Registration closes on the 15th of April.
9) Tan Ajahn Cagino will be at Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre for a pindapata, sangha dana and dhamma talk on the 27th February 2016. The program is as follows:
8AM : Pindapata at PJ Old Town Market
9AM : Sangha Dana at TRCCP
10AM : Dhamma Talk in Mandarin
For enquiries, please call Bro Tommy 019-221 9020. Please note that the food for the dana is vegetarian.
10) Buddhist Maha Vihara is organising a 'Day of Peace' in conjuction with the 10th Year Memorial of the late Ven Dr K.Sri Dhammananda Nayaka Maha Thera. There will be an 8 Precepts programme on this day conducted by Venerable Dr. M. Punnaji Maha Thera. Please call the BMV office at 03-2274 1141 or email them at [email protected] for more information and registration enquiries.
11) Losang Dragpa Centre (LDC) will be playing host to a visit from Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche in April 2016. The dates of the visit are as follows:
Venue : Losang Drapa Centre, No.1 , Jln 17/21F, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
1st – 3rd April 2016 Time TBC
6th April 2016 8.00pm
For more information, please visit http://www.fpmt-ldc.org/ or call 03-7968 3278.
Lama Zopa Rinpoche is a Tibetan Buddhist scholar and meditator who for 30 years has overseen the spiritual activities of the extensive worldwide network of centers, projects and services that form the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT) which he founded with Lama Thubten Yeshe. Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s life accomplishments and contributions to the world thus far serve as an incredible testament to Rinpoche’s tremendous compassion for others. You can find more information on Lama Zopa Rinpoche here http://fpmt.org/teachers/zopa/ .
12) Bro James Ong will be conducting a meditation course for beginners in Buddhist Maha Vihara, Brickfields. The course will be a series of 9 lessons on 9 Wednesdays throughout the month of March and April 2016. The classes are from 7.30pm – 9.30pm and you can call 019-277 8529 or 019-312 3688 to register or for more information. You can visit www.mahasatipatthana.org for more information.
13) The Buddhist Channel has been the premier source for Buddhist-related news and articles for more than a decade. The site has always made bias-free reporting and objective journalism a priority and is highly regarded for its rich and insightful content. Visit the Buddhist Channel at http://www.buddhistchannel.tv/index.php for your daily Buddhist news fix. If you would like to support or donate to the Channel’s work, you can write to the editor at [email protected] .
14) Dr Chan Kah Yein's - AnimalCare work to help homeless stray animals is ongoing all year round. Support her work through the purchase of AnimalCare's tshirts and cruelty-free soap and toothpaste. We have helped a total of 7560 animals now.......and still counting. Log onto her website www.myanimalcare.org to check out how you may be able to contribute to her mission.
We would like to take this opportunity to recall to mind the contributions and dedication of the late Ven Phra Baidika Dr Dhammadinna who passed away on 20th November 2015. May Bhante Dhammadinna attain the highest bliss of Nibbana.
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.