A community dedicated to wisdom, compassion, and harmony, welcoming all people, of every background, to walk the Buddha's path together.
HOW WE LIVE THE DHAMMA
Three Pillars of Our Path
Prajñā
慧
Wisdom
Dhamma talks, sutta studies, and guided contemplation, developing insight that sees clearly into the nature of mind, suffering, and the path to genuine peace.
Karuṇā
悲
Compassion
From charitable outreach to Mettā meditation, we practise boundless loving-kindness, extending genuine care to all beings, near and far.
Saṅgha
僧
Community
Welcoming all, of every race, background, and faith, to walk the path together in friendship, mutual respect, and the joy of shared practice.
ABOUT US
Rooted in Tradition, Growing in Community
Mahā Prajñā Buddhist Society is a Theravada Buddhist community in Selangor, Malaysia, dedicated to the authentic teaching, practice, and living of the Dhamma for the well-being of all.
With the generous support of the Selangor State Government, we are building a permanent Dhamma Centre and School in Bukit Puchong 2, a sanctuary of wisdom for generations to come.
OUR PURPOSE
Five Guiding
Objectives
Everything we do flows from these five principles, shaping how we teach, serve, and walk alongside our community.
01
Wisdom · Education
To promote learning, deepen knowledge, and encourage the practice and understanding of the Buddha's teachings for the well-being of all.
02
Culture · Heritage
To promote cultural and educational activities related to Buddhism.
03
Compassion · Service
To encourage charitable activities that foster compassion and care for the wider community.
04
Friendship · Goodwill
To strengthen friendship and goodwill among our community.
05
Harmony · Malaysia
To promote understanding, cooperation, and harmony regardless of races and religions in Malaysia.
Upcoming Events & Activities
Mahā Prajñā Buddhist Society
FOUNDER
Chief Reverend B. Sri Saranankara Nayaka Maha Thera
Chief Adhikarana Sangha Nayaka of Malaysia
Chief Judiciary Monk of Malaysia
Religious Patron of Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia
Founder and Spiritual Advisor to Maha Karuna Buddhist Society
Chairman of Yayasan Maha Karuna
Incumbent Chief Monk of Maha Karuna Vihara, Elmina Shah Alam
Incumbent Chief Monk of Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple, Sentul KL
METTA SUTTA
"Let none deceive another, or despise any being in any state. Let none through anger or ill-will wish harm upon another."