Namo Buddhaya! This weekend is ‘Open Day’ at Wisdom Park, an integrated Buddhist education hub dedicated to train Dhamma teachers and develop Buddhist leaders. We thank members of the Buddhist community who have registered for their preferred slot this weekend, and look forward to hosting you on a personalised tour.

From 16 to 25 June, 40 meditators and volunteers gathered at Wisdom Park for a 10-day Meditation Retreat guided by Venerable Gavesi. We extend our appreciation to Ven. Gavesi for his care and compassion in guiding the practitioners in this arduous experience of cultivating the mind.

On Tuesday 30 May,  we were honoured to host Luang Por Lai Thipadhammo, Luang Por Sawang Kalyāno, Luang Por Charlie Piyadhammo, Ajahn Dton Dhirapanno and Ajahn Meng Techadhammo at Wisdom Park.  We wish all Luang Pors and Ajahns good health and strength in carrying out their Dhamma propagation efforts.

On Saturday 27 May, a total of 80 students and facilitators of Family Dhamma School had their first school outing at Wisdom Park, to cultivate family well-being and experience the joy of service. It was a fulfilling and wholesome day for the families, as they spent quality time together and encouraging each other.  We rejoice in their spirit of service and learning, and look forward to welcoming the Family Dhamma School back to Wisdom Park.  Sadhu anumodana.

On 20 – 21 May, participants and volunteers of BPS 104 Buddhist Course in Mandarin gathered in Wisdom Park for a stay-in programme. They hailed from Klang Valley, Johor Bahru and Sungai Petani where they attended seven classes since February at NEO Centres in KL, JB and SP. We rejoice over their achievement and learning spirit, and congratulate all participants for completing the course. Echoing Achariya Tan Siang Chye’s encouragement, may your Dhamma learning journey continue to flourish so that you may experience even more happiness and peace. Sadhu anumodana!

We were honoured to host Venerable Ajahn Achalo, Abbot of Anandagiri Forest Monastery at Wisdom Park on 12 May 2023. It was the maiden visit to the campus by Ajahn and his retinue.  He was delighted by the simple and functional facility built that draws parallels to the forest monastery he has set up in Petchabun, Thailand. We thank Venerable Ajahns for visiting us.  May they be blessed with good health and success in all their noble endeavours.

To celebrate ‘Earth Day’ today on 22 April, volunteers gathered at Wisdom Park to plant 12 trees, bringing the total count of trees planted here to over 1,800. Let us take this opportunity to reflect, resolve and take action on how we can drive positive actions for the planet. Every conscientious act to reduce consumption & waste, lower our carbon footprint and green our surroundings, count towards easing the toll on the environment.  We can make it a happy ‘Earth Day’ everyday.

On 24 March 2023, Sayadaw Nyanavuddha and Sayalay Vimalanani paid a visit to Wisdom Park.

On 11 March 2023, EXCO members of Buddhist Gem Fellowship led by its President Bro. Tee Chee Seng paid a visit to Wisdom Park.  The entourage toured the campus grounds and held a discussion with Nalanda leaders on the ways the facilities can be used by the community and how they could also support the mission of Wisdom Park. We hope to work together hand-in-hand to build the Buddhist community together.  Sadhu anumodana!

From 9 to 11 March, 40 devotees and volunteers checked in at Wisdom Park for a meditation retreat conducted by Ven. Ajahn Pavaro. Following Ajahn’s advise, let us always have gratitude in our heart for all the supporting conditions we are blessed with to walk the spiritual path, and strive towards the lasting peace of Nibbana.