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Nirvana in Buddhism is The End of All Suffering By Thich Nhat Hanh

In Buddhism, we speak of nirvana which is the cessation of all suffering. Nirvana, first of all, it means the cessation, the extinction of all suffering. But our suffering come from our wrong perceptions. Avidia, misunderstanding. And that is why the practice of meditation, the practice of looking deeply has the purpose of removing wrong perceptions... [Read more of this review]

Compassion In Action Charity Dinner: An Experience

A very memorable charity dinner was held on this date, 24th May 2009 which is on Sunday, a special invitation by honorable Ven. Sanghasena who is from Ladakh and accompanied by his cousin, Ven. Nagasena with the objective to raise funds for the folks of Ladakh who are long being forgotten due to discriminations especially on the girls, old folks and... [Read more of this review]

Suffering is Optional

1.    Suffering is optional. While suffering is quite real in our lives, there is a state that is free from suffering and it is possible to achieve it. Since there are two possible states – one with suffering and one without it – we have a choice but this choice is only available to us when we have the wisdom and insight to see it. 2.    Suffering... [Read more of this review]

Understanding Suffering by Dr. Ong

  Participants with Bhante Kumara     A Buddhist Workshop Recently I had the good fortune to attend a self discovery workshop conducted by Bhante Kumara of the Sasanarakkha Buddhist Sanctuary. It was a one-day workshop organized by the Sungai Long Buddhist Society. One of the most profound insights that I experienced happened towards the end of this... [Read more of this review]

Bhante’s Self Discovery Workshop

Bhante Kumara’s One Day Self Discovery Workshop Venue: Sungai Long Buddhist Society Date: 16 May 2009 Time: 9am to 5pm Personal development courses, seminars and workshops seem to be the trend these days. Such courses and workshops are easily available for corporate or career advancement and self growth. There are also many types of workshops being... [Read more of this review]

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General

Sungai Long Buddhist Society Opening Ceremony of SLBS Centre Renovation and Extension

Dear Bro and Sis of the Dhamma,  You are cordially invited to  Sungai Long Buddhist Society Opening Ceremony of SLBS Centre Renovation and Extension (In conjunction with registration day for Sunday Dhamma School(SDS).  Please bring your family and friends along. Date : 17th January 2010 Venue : SLBS Centre Time : 9.00 am to 1.00 pm 8.30 –... [Read more of this review]

Year End Countdown & Receiving of Year 2010

Dear Bro and Sis of the Dharma,  You are cordially invited to SLBS Year End Celebration at our newly extended and renovated SLBS CENTRE. Please bring you family and friends along.   Date                    :         Dec 31, 2009 Vanue                :         SLBS Centre Time                   ... [Read more of this review]

Devadaha Sutta with Bro Charlie Chia on 25th Sept

Let’s come and learn Devadaha Sutta with Brother Charlie Chia this friday.   Details as follows :   Date : 25/9/09 Friday   Time : 8pm -10pm   Sutta : Devadaha   Synopsis of the sutta :   In the  Devadaha sutta, Buddha refuted  the teaching of the Niganthas, that whatsoever the individual experience, it comes from former actions. The... [Read more of this review]

Activities in conjunction with Ulumbala

Ullambana lasts from the 1st to the 15th day of the lunar calender’s 7th month. It is also known as the month of monastics, merits, gratitude, filial piety and blessings.   Come and find out the significance of Ullumbana and the Buddha’s advice on how to meaningfully remember the departed ones!      A. Event : English dhamma talk     ... [Read more of this review]

Mandarin Dhamma Talks in June 2009 by Venerable Pannasami

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Understanding Suffering by Dr. Ong

  Participants with Bhante Kumara     A Buddhist Workshop Recently I had the good fortune to attend a self discovery workshop conducted by Bhante Kumara of the Sasanarakkha Buddhist Sanctuary. It was a one-day workshop organized by the Sungai Long Buddhist Society. One of the most profound insights that I experienced happened towards the end of this... [Read more of this review]

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