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Historic Gathering at Dharma Light Monastery: Over 1,000 Attend "Hui Hai Yun Lai Ji" Event

by Kooi F. Lim, The Buddhist Channel, 4 May 2025

Bentong, Pahang (Malaysia) -- In a grand celebration of Buddhist heritage and spiritual unity, over 1,000 devotees, monks, and distinguished guests from across the globe gathered at Dharma Light Monastery in Bentong, Pahang, for the historic "Hui Hai Yun Lai Ji" event.

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Rare White Mahakala Ritual Invoked at Tibetan Centre in Puchong

The Buddhist Channel, 11 Feb 2025

Puchong, Selangor (Malaysia) – The Tsechen Gephel Ling Buddhist Centre in Puchong organized a rare White Mahakala Wealth Invoking Ritual on Saturday, 9 February 2025. Although the practice is considered part of the "secret teachings" (guhyadharma) – transmitted directly from a qualified teacher to a student – the colorful ritual nevertheless introduced the Mahakala practice and its accompanying Tibetan tradition to the center’s devotees.

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Inception of Malaysia’s First Theravada Bhikkhuni Sima and Dhamma Training Centre

The Buddhist Channel, 13 Jan 2025

Kwasa Damansara, Malaysia -- In an auspicious event greeting the new year, on 12 January 2025, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Ariya Vihara, Malaysia’s first Theravada Bhikkhuni Sima, nunnery, and Dhamma training center, took off. It was attended by 400 participants.

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Malaysian Billionaire Son Chooses Simplicity Over Billions

The Buddhist Channel, 29 November 2024

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- Ananda Krishnan, one of Malaysia's wealthiest individuals with a business empire spanning telecommunications, satellites, media, oil, gas, and real estate, passed away on 28 November 2024, according to a statement from his private investment firm.

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Kathina at Puxian Vihara - Celebrating Tradition Across Buddhist Schools

The Buddhist Channel, 25 November 2024

Penang, Malaysia -- Puxian Vihara, a Buddhist temple in Jelutong dedicated to promotion of a compassionate society through the teachings of Samantabhara Bodhisattva, recently held an unique Kathina observation that invited monks from three main Buddhist schools, namely Theravada, Mahayana, and Tibetan Buddhism. The event held on Friday, 22 November 2024 drew a large crowd which included VIPs from the Penang State Government.

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The Hidden Virtues of Small Kathina Celebrations
Ancient Kathina Tradition Unites Buddhist Communities in Malaysia
Pu Xian Vihara Embraces Technology to Revitalize Dharma Propagation
Dharma Drum Mountain Breaks Ground on New Malaysian Center
Seck Kia Eenh: Buddhist Guardian of Peranakan Culture
Thai Buddha relics gifted to Kek Lok Si Temple
Grand Tripitaka Recitation in Kuala Lumpur Led by Tibetan Buddhist Masters
Kinrara Metta Celebrates 20th Anniversary by Helping Other Organizations
"Use Dharma Centres to Learn Buddhism, Do Not Waste Opportunity" - 104th Ganden Tripa
Selangor sets "harmony and well being" standards with meaningful Wesak celebration
Wesak celebrated with joy in Malaysia
Mindful Steps in Serene Clouds
First Theravāda Bhikkhunī Sīmā established in Malaysia
Lama who helped Seventeenth Karmapa escape Tibet makes private visit to Malaysia
Penang Buddhist Association, the temple with a Malaysian identity
Ancient discovery illuminates Malaysia’s rich past
Buddhist Maha Vihara, Sanctuary of Peace and Wisdom in Spiritual Kuala Lumpur
IBC Sec-Gen gets a glimpse of innovative Malaysian Buddhist projects
Puu Jih Shih Temple: A blend of ancient majesty and spirituality in Sandakan
The Temple that the Mother of Malaysia’s First Prime Minister Built
First Malaysian Buddhist Journal launched at 8th International Symposium on Buddhism
The Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas at Golden Dragon Mountain (金龙山万佛寺), Grandeur Beyond Words
Shock waves Reverberate through Tibetan Buddhism in Malaysia
Chagtrul Thupten Thinley Rinpoche Detained in Puchong on Sexual Assault Allegations
Malaysia: Large 1,200 Years Old Buddhist Temple Structure Unearthed in Bukit Choras
Environmental group disappointed over Buddhist monastery's eviction in Gunung Kanthan
Century-old cave monastery Gets Evicted by Cement Company
Ariya Vihara celebrate Mother's Day at new home in Sungai Buloh
18 Gelugpa centres and groups to jointly organize 600th year of Lama Tsongkapa event
K. Sri Dhammananda, His Legacy Lives On Exhibition
Wesak Special: Malaya's first Buddhist association
Week-long Buddhist rite to save beings in the lower realms
Floral floats to mark colourful Wesak Day procession
Devotees mark Buddha's birthday in Malaysia
‘Religious leaders must lead the way’
Getting set for Wesak
Buddhist centre to be built in Malaysian administrative capital
Malaysian Buddhist Monk Empowers Education of Muslim Children
Malaysian Buddhists to sponsor 1,900 student monks in Sri Lanka
In Malaysia, Thai Buddhists remember late King Bhumibol
Milestone for Buddhist mission
Chief monk of Buddhist temple in Kuala Lumpur attacked at anti-Rajapaksa protest
Buddhist institute seeks donations to expand facilities
Gold leaves for statues
5 places to celebrate Wesak Day in Malaysia
Buddhist bookstore Sukhi Hotu to close
Buddhist groups and temple celebrate CNY with song and dance
Three senior citizens, including 2 monks, perish in Malaysian temple blaze
Wesak in Malaysia: A morning at Thai Wat Chetawan
Buddha's 2,500-year-old relics find new home
Buddhist Gem Fellowship and Buddhist Business Network collaborates to offer “Buddhist Entrepreneurship Development Programme”
Buddhist Gem Fellowship (BGF) inaugurates its new building while ushering in 25 years of service
Cops detain man who damaged idols at Buddhist temple
Buddhist society holds special camp
Muslims and Buddhists show they care for young students
Malaysian Buddhist leader joins interfaith pact to end slavery
Beware when donating to Puzhao Buddhist Vihara
First Buddhist Nuns' Novitiate Program held at Subang Jaya Buddhist Association
Buddhist religious ceremony for 5 victims of MH17 tragedy
Malaysia Airlines MH17 crash: More than 100 attend memorial for victims at Kuala Lumpur Buddhist temple
Buddhists flock to Miri Buddhist Society on Wesak Day
A greener, more meaningful event to mark Wesak Day
Temples prepare for Wesak
Sia Tze Jee Buddhist Temple abuzz with activities
Exhibition on Buddha's teachings to mark Wesak
'Do good deeds to mark Wesak'
Northern Malaysian Temples prepare for Wesak
MISSING MH370: Tzu Chi foundation provides emotional support
Former Malaysian PM lends support for families of missing airline MH370 passengers, as interfaith prayers held at airport
Dialogue to promote Buddhist and Muslim relations
In Muslim-majority Kelantan, Buddhist monks find refuge
Muslim, Buddhist leaders forge ties to promote interfaith relations
One day forum to explore Buddhism's adaptation to the 21st Century
Nalanda Buddhist Society opens JB outreach centre
Statement from International Buddhist College, Thailand on Bodhgaya Bombing on 7 July, 2013
Buddha Bar renamed, its owner apologises for controversy
Malaysian Buddhists celebrate Wesak Day
Tzu Chi Buddhist followers mark 20th year
Malaysian Buddhists calls for peaceful elections
Ajahn Brahm on South Malaysian tour
Samadhi Vihara opens in the capital of Selangor
Goodies for poor pupils, thanks to Buddhist members
Chief monk survives ouster attempt
Thousands of Buddhists turn up at blessing ceremony in Malaysia
Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia organises "Contemporary Buddhist Seminar"
Brainwashed into quitting medical school
India: Visa on Arrival facility likely for Thailand, Malaysia
World Buddhist Conference on Nov 3
Ancestor worship goes hi-tech
Theravada Nuns Centre established in Malaysia
Malaysia: Respect the cultural features of all communities
Devotees mark Wesak Day with offerings and float processions
Wesak a day to reflect on the teachings of Buddha
Temple dilemma for Putra Heights Buddhists
Centuries-old temple fully restored
Buddhist temple raises RM15,000 for charity
Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day - 17 & 18 December 2011
Malaysian-Funded Solar Water For Monks In Ladakh
Catch a drama concert with a twist
Filial Buddhists thank ancestors
Gems of A Thousand Sadhus!
Wacana 2011 Conference goes live on July 31, 2011
Last letter from death row: Facing death
Record-breaking Buddhist scripture recitation
Buddhist groups seek help from vigilantes to disrobe ring members
No peace at the temple
Buddhist vigilantes to ‘disrobe’ bogus monks who fleece the public
Historic Wesak Celebrations in Selangor
Malaysian state government to host Wesak celebrations
Prayers and good deeds for Wesak Day in Malaysia
Praying for peace in the shadow of Perkasa’s war cry
Float procession among the highlights for Wesak Day
Celebrating 2,600 years of Buddhism
Late Chief Monk of Thai Tradition for Malaysia cremated
Handing over of YBAM-Japan Earthquake & Tsunami Relief Fund
Metta Run 2011 to help Buddhist society building fund
300 perform special prayers aboard ferry
Honoring of a Buddhist by a Muslim is an occasion to celebrate
Ajahn Brahm to give talks on Feb 16, 17 in Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Thousands of visitors throng Buddhist temple for Chinese New Year
Buddhist religious leaders bring cheer to elderly folk
Inspiringly Tibetan, Truly Asia
World Buddhist Conference in Malaysia
Buddhist society to help dead security guard’s family
Malaysian in Singapore death row spends time reading Buddhist scriptures
Prayers for four Malaysians who died in Ladakh
Divine rock formations
Registrar clears monastery
YBAM helping Buddhist students societies to get started
Mindful of the present
Collecting Buddhist stamps
Grand Guan Yin parade in Penang
Buddhist group appeals to state govt for land
Don’t give alms to ‘monks’ on the streets
Panel tries to rope in Buddhist groups
Meditaton centre built with public funds now a ‘country club’
Hell's Kitchen chef to prepare vegetarian dishes for Wesak Day
Promoting Buddhism online
Malaysian PM, Wife To Visit Buddhist Maha Vihara Temple On Wesak Day
Malaysian Institution Bestowed World Renown Pali Tipitaka
Malaysia to host Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh
Head to Penang for Vesak Day while visiting Langkawi
Vajarayana Buddhism in Perak caves
Charity Art Auction & Exhibition to help Siem Reap children and Buddhist society building fund
Malaysian Buddhists raise RM 220,000 for Haiti Relief Fund
Thich Nhat Hanh to address "World Buddhist Conference" in Malaysia
Light a lamp of hope and relief by Malaysian Buddhists
Thai monk walks million miles on barefoot
Mystery of Japanese monk who never reached India
Charity knows no bounds
Not just mandarin oranges and another Chinese New Year
The walk of austerity
Magnificent launch
New Nalanda Centre to cater for 150,000 residents
Handing over of Asia Pacific Regional Disaster Relief Funds
Malaysian Buddhist Temple pavilion may get world recognition
Launching of "ABC of Buddhism" in Sign Language
Kuala Lumpur's Buddhist Maha Vihara publishes first ever book in LUGANDA language
Buddhists to take part in mammoth chanting event
Buddhists urged to do away with wasteful ways
Tragic end for Malaysian Buddhist aid volunteers
Society to have "Dharma thru’ Drama" Competition
The Angkor Wat of Malaysia
Buddhist Maha Vihara in Malaysia launches a fund for Sri Lankan IDP Orphans
Swindlers in saffron robes cashing in on people’s generosity
Wesak Day celebrated on a grand scale
Procession of lights for Wesak
Wesak Day's message from the Prime Minister of Malaysia
Elaborate activities for Wesak celebration
Three Malaysians to get gift of sight
Malaysian Buddhist community mourns the passing away of a great monk
Malaysia court upholds Muslim's return to Buddhism
Tibetan monks conduct pujas to dispel obstacles
Understanding Death and Beyond
Kung fu kids – out of Africa
Buddhist council motor hunt to raise funds
Insight into Buddhism
Malaysian temple to get Thai royal award
Converting The Addicts: Transformed By Buddhism
Buddhist Leadership Gets Revisit at WACANA 2008
Pure charity
Buddhist association’s fund-raising efforts for disaster victims pays off
Buddhist foundation recruits more than 4,000 members
Zopa Rinpoche to visit Penang, Malaysia
Buddhist society goes beyond religion, race
A gift of sight for five
Start the New Year by attending a talk
Feeding the heart of the city
Residents accept Buddhist project
Kinrara Metta organises dinner to raise funds
Malay woman buried as a Buddhist
Shortage of Buddhist monks in Malaysia
Malaysia: FGS Medical volunteers needed to help victims
Youth seek new path on Wesak Day
Malaysian Buddhists urged to pray for quake and cyclone victims
Thousands pay homage to Buddha in Malaysia
Malaysian Thais add colour to Wesak
Charity focus for Wesak Day celebrations
Kids celebrate early Wesak Day
Malaysian Prime Minister makes historic visit to Buddhist temple
Tzu Chi's fund for Chinese quake victims
Activities galore for Wesak Day at Nalanda Buddhist Society
Mudita Building fund launched
350 attend medical camp in Malaysia
Offering of alms to 300 monks at PISA on June 22
Malaysian Buddhist chief urges Myanmar for foreign aid
Wesak fair returns for second year
Press Statement from Vajrayana Buddhist Council of Malaysia on the impending Olympics torch run in Kuala Lumpur
Buddha relics may be fake, says association
A splashing good time
In Malaysia's Muslim ruled state, the Buddhist Trinity is complete
The Thai-ping temple
In death, she saves lives
Funding for dialysis centre in Malaysian Budhist centre
Malaysians rally to support BuddhaNET
Malaysia a model for the world, says Buddhist leader
Buddhist temples in Malaysia get land
The temple that changed a town
Sand mandala for centre in Petaling Jaya
Chinese New Year cheer at Jenjarom’s Dong Zen Temple
Malaysia: Buddhist folks in Subang cry foul over town planning
Malaysian Buddhist Buried As Muslim After Dispute
Tzu Chi relief project for refugees’children in Malaysia with UNHCR
Malaysia: Small town residents in recycling drive
KADAM holds Tibetan Buddhist teachings
Living like monks for two weeks
Newe Malaysian temple to focus on charitable acts
Enlightened through art
They’ve got spirit
Lama to invoke blessings for devotees who suffered in floods
RM10m (US$ 3 mil) building for Kedah Buddhist Association
Buddhist relics to go on display
Malaysians fund raising for BuddhaNet
Buddha Rupa casting ceremony
An engrossing exploration of mind and happiness
Conference explores mind, happiness
Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple gives to 5,000 needy students
1000-year-old Buddha statue in Malaysia stolen for fifth time
Bogus monks an issue
Shanghai temple's goodwill show
Malaysian lawmakers urge ASEAN to support Myanmar protesters
Ground breaking ceremony for RM5.5mil (US$ 1.6 mil) BUBS Centre
Religious programmes to mark first anniversary of great Venerable's demise
On real and bogus monks
Suburb's only Thai Wat (Temple) celebrates 50th anniversary
100,000 Buddhists Hold Mass Prayers For Nation's Well-being
A son who thought of others to the very end
50 couples tie the knot together on 07/07/07
14th Tzu Chi Malaysia Charity Fair raises RM300,000 for its outreach work
Buddhist nuns confined by mall security guard
All you need is love
Malaysia's largest Maha Vihara offers Diploma in Buddhism
Buddhist mass wedding on 07-07-07
Part of the cycle of life
A showcase of Buddhism at Festival
84,000 reasons to visit Malaysia's biggest Buddhist show
Giant Buddha Foot Motif made of 84,000 lotus buds set to break record
Boss with a big heart for the less fortunate
Lama Zopa Rinpoche to visit Penang
Chinese Buddhist symphony welcomed by Malaysian audience
They flicker but they don’t burn
Good turnout at Wesak parade
Buddhist Centre's Wesak activities for the public
Malaysia: 50th Wesak Day celebrations reflect nation’s progress
Wesak celebrations get off to a great start
Buddha sculptures on display to mark Wesak
Malaysia: Thousands pay homage to Buddha
Celebrating enlightenment
A hive of activity as Wesak approaches
Subang Jaya temples get ready for Wesak
Work of devotion for a great Wesak
A boost for Buddhists in Shah Alam
No-violence campaign by young Buddhists
Electric candles are in Penang
10,000 to take part in Wesak procession
Little Buddha comes to Malaysia
Malaysian Buddhists to observe Wesak on May 1, 31
For the departed
Malaysians celebrate newly appointed Chief Monk for Jurisdiction
Chief monk Suvanno dies at 86
Deadly ants bugging monks
Briton raises RM2,100 (US$ 600) for Buddhist temple by cycling 400 Km
Wat of the lofty sitting Buddha
Malaysia: Bogus foreign monks to face fine and deportation
Scrap metal thieves targeting urns at Buddhist temples
Renowned Zen Buddhist Prison Chaplain to tour Malaysia
Malaysia: No visas for monks until identities verified
Relics of the late Venerable Dr K Sri Dhammananda interned in mini pagoda
The "Journey of a Great Man" starts today
“The Journey of A Great Man” exhibition and talks to commemorate 3 month memorial for the late Ven. Dr K Sri Dhammananda
Paradise on earth
A Million Light Offerings for Buddha
Malaysian Buddhist Coordination Committee disapproves “Relics Expo of the Buddha & His Chief Disciples”
Venerable Ratana installed as Maha Vihara chief monk
Buddhist devotees back blood-donation drive
A New Journey with Meditation at Clove&Clive
Archive: Funeral of the late Chief Venerable K Sri Dhammananda
Loving monk
Odd Sighting At Dhammananda's Cremation
Moving tributes at Chief’s eulogy ceremony
Dhammananda's Death Great Loss To Buddhism, Says Sri Lanka's President
Honoured and humbled by thoughtful gesture
Tears and tributes at Chief Venerable’s funeral
Late Rev Dhammananda served all mankind, says Malaysian Chinese leader in eulogy
Thousands attend cremation to pay respects
Farewell to the Chief
Sri Lankan PM pays last respects
Dhammananda... served till the very last
40 foot pyre for the "Chief"
Malaysian Chinese leaders pay last respects to chief monk
The Dharma of no language
Funeral arrangements for the late Venerable Dr K Sri Dhammananda
Joyful moments with the Chief
Malaysia and Singapore's Chief Monk passes away
Buddhist icon Dhammananda dies at 87
Malaysia's Chief monk critically ill
36m Tall 'Standing Buddha' Being Built In Kelantan
Renowned scholars to speak at Buddhist meet
BCWEB2.0: Building Dharma inspired communities the Web 2.0 way
All hell breaks loose
Venerable stranded in Malaysia finally departs for home
Buddhist rites for slain dogs
Malaysia: Home Affairs Ministry Directs Arrest, Deportation Of Bogus Monks
Seeking a Buddhist Mother Teresa
Sitting with “Red”
International Conference on Buddhist women in Malaysia
Lighting up temple with 2,550 candles
Whistle Blower exposes monk's corruption
Beware of conmen in monk’s robes
In honour of spiritual teacher
Kuala Lumpur's Buddhist Mahavihara listed as tourist site
Well known Arakanese monk visits Malaysia
Coming alive with colour
Malaysia: Woman born Muslim buried as Buddhist
Empowering Asian Buddhist women
Temple nets RM211,000 (US$ 57,027) for CANCER fund
10,000 devotees seek blessing at cancer fund ceremony
A taste of life in the monastery
Guiding the departed's consciousness to a better place
Buddhist temple seeks sponsors for world youth conference
Devotees throng temples to make merit
Buddhist centre to quake victims? aid
Fostering Buddhist Culture and Values in the Corporate environment
Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia initiates month long Independence Day celebrations
Seminar on ?The Buddha as the Healer" to be held in Malaysia
?Coming clean? at Buddhist ceremony
Buddhist text hidden since WWII unveiled
Devotees given blessed sand
Hong Kong star and Tibetan abbot lend a hand to create sand art
Penang temple to build RM16mil retirement homes
Burmese mark fest with water fights at temple
Fellowship night to honour Venerable K Sri Dhammananda's 53 years of Dhammaduta
Sacred Buddha relics on show
Planting the Bodhi seed
Beware of bogus Thai monks seeking alms
Tsunami Disaster: First account report from Malaysia
Major Buddhist landmark coming up in Malaysia's industrial heartland
Grand Puja of Healing in Malaysia
First batch of Advisers appointed by the Buddhist Channel
Columbarium project buried
Devotees honour Rinpoche at dinner
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