Featured Events
In conjunction with our upcoming Kathina trip to Thailand, Uttama Bodhi Buddhist Society (UBBS) warmly invites all members and friends to contribute to a dedicated Kathina fund in support of Ven. Ajahn Golf’s monastery, Wat Pa Anuttaro.
Your generous contributions will go directly towards funding the Kathina offerings as well as supporting the construction of the monastery’s Uposatha Hall.
If you wish to contribute to this meritorious project, kindly make your donation by 3 October 2026 to:
Account Name: Uttama Bodhi Buddhist Society (UBBS)
Bank: Maybank
Account Number: 5127 6362 8260
Reference: VA Golf Kathina
📞 For enquiries, please contact:
Sis Meng Gaik: 017-363 2332
Sis Sharon: +6012 698 5662
Thank you in advance for your support, and generosity.
Join us this Tuesday for inspiring Dhamma sharings with Venerable Ajahn Dton. Come recharge your mind and deepen your practice..
When: 25 August 2026 (Every Tuesday)
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM (MY/SG time)
Platform: Online via Zoom
(Note: If you haven't registered yet, a one-time registration is required).
Jointly organized by Bandar Utama Buddhist Society & Nibbana Dhamma Rakkha.
Join our Wednesday evening online session to maintain your meditation momentum and bring calm to your week.
Date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Platform: Zoom (Click here to join)https://bubs.my/zoom/meditation
Evening Programme:
8:00 PM – Chanting
8:05 PM – Devotional Practice Part 2 (Qualities of the Buddha)
8:25 PM – Guided Meditation Session
9:05 PM – Q&A Session
9:25 PM – Sharing of Merits
9:30 PM – End
We look forward to reconnecting and practicing together!
Looking for a fun way to unwind, meet new friends and enjoy meaningful conversations? Come join us at BYX @ BUBS, where every gathering is an opportunity to connect, laugh and grow together.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS OCTOBER?
1 October | The Art of Failing, Falling Forward
A space to reflect, share and explore how we navigate life's ups and downs — together with fellow young adults.
2 October | Let’s Wing It!
The Game of Extreme Storytelling!
Think fast. Get creative. Tell your story!
Who will emerge as the BEST STORYTELLER?
Thursday & Friday Times: 8.00 PM – 10.00 PM
Venue: BUBS LG Floor Library
For: Young Adults aged 18–35
NEW FACES ALWAYS WELCOME!
Bring your friends, your creativity and your best storytelling game. No experience needed — just come as you are!
Scan the QR code in the poster to join our WhatsApp group or contact Bro Weng at 017-878 7118.
Let's create real connections through real conversations. See you there!
Although the Buddha taught that dukkha is a characteristic of conditioned existence, he also offered guidance on how lay practitioners can find happiness in their everyday lives. Join us to discover the Buddha’s advice to lay people who “enjoy sensual pleasures” on living a happy and meaningful life.
Speaker: Dato Ir. Ang Choo Hong
Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Venue: Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara,
BIOGRAPHY
Dato Ir. Ang Choo Hong is a highly respected figure in Malaysia, renowned for his dual expertise as a professional engineer and a leading Buddhist thought leader. He was attached to the Public Works Department of Malaysia before retiring as its Director. His contribution to the Buddhist community includes serving as the Chairman of Yayasan Belia Buddhist Malaysia (YBBM), Advisor to the Buddhist Missionary Society Malaysia (BMSM), Executive Board Member of World Fellowship of Buddhists (WFB) & Executive Committee Member of the International Network of Engaged Buddhists (INEB) and also as President of the Malaysian Buddhist Research Society at one time. An engaging, bilingual speaker and author of several books on Buddhism, including Dhamma-based Leadership, Dato Ang is a dedicated Dhamma torchbearer known for his extensive efforts in sharing the Dhamma in Malaysia.
This Thursday is New Moon Uposatha Day! Join us at Uttama Bodhi Vihara for Puja and chanting as we gather to purify the mind, deepen our practice, and cultivate merits together.
Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue: Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)
Programme Lineup:
8:00 PM – Puja
8:30 PM – Paritta Chanting (Led by Invited Monastics)
9:20 PM – Dedication & Sharing of Merits
9:30 PM – Adhiṭṭhāna & End
Looking for a deeply meaningful way to close the year and welcome 2027? 🌿✨
Join us on a meaningful 9D/8N Northeastern (Isan) Thailand Spiritual Journey as we travel across eight provinces to pay respects to senior Kruba Ajahns (revered teachers) of the Thai Forest Tradition.
Important Dates & Registration
Registration Deadline: 28 September 2026
How to Register: Scan the QR code in the poster or click https://forms.gle/4zyiAMb7hD8bu9tSA
Trip Details
Dates: 25 December 2026 – 2 January 2027
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Route (8 Provinces): Ubon Ratchathani ➔ Yasothon ➔ Mukdahan ➔ Sakon Nakhon ➔ Nakhon Phanom ➔ Bueng Kan ➔ Nong Khai ➔ Udon Thani
Special Highlight: Opening Ceremony of the Uposatha Hall at Wat Pa Nong Kung (LP Thawin) Monasteries We Plan to Visit
Wat Pa Nong Kung (Luang Por Thawin)
Wat Pa Pong (Luang Pu Liem)
Wat Tham Sahai Tham Chan Nimit (Luang Pu Chanrien)
Wat Pa Dan Wiwek (Luang Pu Tui)
Wat Pa Sai Ngam (Luang Pu Anek)
Wat Tham Phra Phu Wua (Luang Pu Sathian) (And other great teachers depending on availability/schedule)
Accommodation & Costs
Stay: Primarily at monasteries with basic amenities and simple living conditions.
Cost: Based on actual expenses incurred. A deposit will be collected upon acceptance, with the remaining balance payable during the trip.
For Enquiries
Sis Sharon: +6012-698 5662
Sis Meng Gaik: +6017-363 2332
Regular Activities
Brighten your path to good health, happiness, and prosperity, or honour the memory of a loved one by sponsoring a light offering at Uttama Bodhi Vihara. Each offering will illuminate our shrine on Full Moon and New Moon days, symbolising the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha's teachings.
To participate, please submit your order through our online form: https://bubs.my/offerings2026
Fee: RM 10 per light
RM 8 per light for 12 or more lights
For more information or assistance, feel free to contact Bro. Pierre Chuah at 011-2800 8000.
Join us this Tuesday for inspiring Dhamma sharings with Venerable Ajahn Dton. Come recharge your mind and deepen your practice..
When: 25 August 2026 (Every Tuesday)
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM (MY/SG time)
Platform: Online via Zoom
(Note: If you haven't registered yet, a one-time registration is required).
Jointly organized by Bandar Utama Buddhist Society & Nibbana Dhamma Rakkha.
Join our Wednesday evening online session to maintain your meditation momentum and bring calm to your week.
Date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Platform: Zoom (Click here to join)https://bubs.my/zoom/meditation
Evening Programme:
8:00 PM – Chanting
8:05 PM – Devotional Practice Part 2 (Qualities of the Buddha)
8:25 PM – Guided Meditation Session
9:05 PM – Q&A Session
9:25 PM – Sharing of Merits
9:30 PM – End
We look forward to reconnecting and practicing together!
Looking for a fun way to unwind, meet new friends and enjoy meaningful conversations? Come join us at BYX @ BUBS, where every gathering is an opportunity to connect, laugh and grow together.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS OCTOBER?
1 October | The Art of Failing, Falling Forward
A space to reflect, share and explore how we navigate life's ups and downs — together with fellow young adults.
2 October | Let’s Wing It!
The Game of Extreme Storytelling!
Think fast. Get creative. Tell your story!
Who will emerge as the BEST STORYTELLER?
Thursday & Friday Times: 8.00 PM – 10.00 PM
Venue: BUBS LG Floor Library
For: Young Adults aged 18–35
NEW FACES ALWAYS WELCOME!
Bring your friends, your creativity and your best storytelling game. No experience needed — just come as you are!
Scan the QR code in the poster to join our WhatsApp group or contact Bro Weng at 017-878 7118.
Let's create real connections through real conversations. See you there!
Although the Buddha taught that dukkha is a characteristic of conditioned existence, he also offered guidance on how lay practitioners can find happiness in their everyday lives. Join us to discover the Buddha’s advice to lay people who “enjoy sensual pleasures” on living a happy and meaningful life.
Speaker: Dato Ir. Ang Choo Hong
Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Venue: Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara,
BIOGRAPHY
Dato Ir. Ang Choo Hong is a highly respected figure in Malaysia, renowned for his dual expertise as a professional engineer and a leading Buddhist thought leader. He was attached to the Public Works Department of Malaysia before retiring as its Director. His contribution to the Buddhist community includes serving as the Chairman of Yayasan Belia Buddhist Malaysia (YBBM), Advisor to the Buddhist Missionary Society Malaysia (BMSM), Executive Board Member of World Fellowship of Buddhists (WFB) & Executive Committee Member of the International Network of Engaged Buddhists (INEB) and also as President of the Malaysian Buddhist Research Society at one time. An engaging, bilingual speaker and author of several books on Buddhism, including Dhamma-based Leadership, Dato Ang is a dedicated Dhamma torchbearer known for his extensive efforts in sharing the Dhamma in Malaysia.
Recent Dhamma Talks
On 27 Sept 2026, Datuk Charlie explores the concept of Practical Buddhist Living, specifically tailored for laypeople who navigate worldly desires, careers, and family responsibilities rather than seeking total renunciation. The speaker argues that the Buddha’s teachings are not just for monks but offer a symbiotic relationship where successful, wealthy disciples support the religious community while receiving spiritual guidance on managing life’s vicissitudes of gain and loss. By understanding core principles like impermanence (Anicca) and non-attachment, individuals can cultivate a peaceful and contented mind that remains resilient amidst the inevitable changes of health, wealth, and status. He emphasises self-reliance through the Noble Eightfold Path, encouraging practitioners to integrate ethics and mindfulness into their modern vocations to achieve a balance of health, wealth, and emotional wellness. Ultimately, the purpose of the discourse is to redefine Buddhism as an experiential and accessible philosophy centred on doing good, avoiding evil, and purifying the mind in the present moment.
On 20 Sept 2026, Bro. Mitra Chong explores the Buddhist perspective on balancing worldly success with inner peace. While acknowledging that aspirations for wealth, career advancement, and family harmony are natural for laypeople, the talk highlights the danger of craving, which occurs when one’s happiness becomes entirely dependent on external results. True suffering arises not from having possessions or titles, but from being enslaved by them and defining one's worth through temporary status. By shifting from a mindset of constant accumulation to one of gratitude and contribution, individuals can enjoy life’s comforts without the fear of losing them. Ultimately, he encourages a balanced life where outer achievements are anchored by inner success, such as integrity, wisdom, and the ability to let go.
On 13 September 2026, Ven. Dr. Chandima presents a Dhamma talk on the wisdom of the Kalahavivāda Sutta (Sn 4.11) to uncover the psychological origins of human conflict. The teaching identifies a chain of causality where quarrels and disputes arise from our attachment to dear people and things. These attachments are fundamentally rooted in desire, which serves as the primary engine for greed and expectation. According to the text, this desire is ultimately triggered by our subjective reactions to pleasant and unpleasant feelings. By understanding these internal mechanisms, individuals can find the wisdom to overcome the roots of friction within themselves. The final goal is to achieve a higher victory by resolving the internal states that lead to external suffering.
Online Resources
Explore an extensive archive of over 2,500 Dhamma talks from Ven. Thanissaro Bhikkhu of the Metta Forest Monastery. Rooted in the Thai Forest Tradition, these insightful 15-minute sessions have been recorded nightly since 2000 and are updated at the start of every month.
Dhamma talks are held following each Puja session every Sunday. Speakers are invited each week to share the Dhamma with members and friends of BUBS. We are blessed to have many Sangha members, locally and overseas offering Dhamma teachings as well as lay Dhamma speakers.
