A Living Refuge of the Dharma

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

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

Compassion

From charitable outreach to Mettā meditation, we practise boundless loving-kindness, extending genuine care to all beings, near and far.

Saṅgha

Community

Welcoming all, of every race, background, and faith, to walk the path together in friendship, mutual respect, and the joy of shared practice.

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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."

— Mettā Sutta · The Discourse on Loving-Kindness