Samadhi Vihara Kathina Celebration 2012

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The Samadhi Vihara of the Buddhist Missionary Society of Malaysia is organising the Annual Kathina Robes Offering ceremony which marks the completion of the three months Vassana retreat observed by the members of the Sangha at the Vihara.

During this ceremony, robes and other allowable requisites are offered to the monks as well as gifts for the upkeep of the vihara. Members of the Sangha are the protectors and teachers of the Noble Dhamma, the teachings of the Buddha and if diligently practised, will lead to final liberation.

As such, lending support to the Sangha members will enable them to continue spreading the Noble Dhamma. This act of support and reverence is one of the highest meritorious deeds that you may accrue when you participate in this ceremony.

Date: 21 October 2012 (Sunday)
Time: 9.00 am to 12.30 pm
Venue: Samadhi Vihara, 1B Jalan Pegaga U12/8, Seksyen U12, Kawasan Perindusrian Bukit Raja, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor.

You are therefore cordially invited to join this Annual Meritorious Event. For more information, kindly contact KT Eng at 016-2812980, MS Lim at 012-2889159 or LP Ng at 016-2332842.

May you all be well and happy. Sadhu, Sadhu, Sadhu.

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