MAHA KARUNA

Creating a kinder world
through compassion in action

Maha Karuna Buddhist Society

MKBS was founded in 2001 by Chief Reverend B. Sri Saranankara Nayaka Maha Thera to organize spiritual and welfare activities for the benefit of society.

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Our Vision

“We envision a society where people think kindly and act with compassion.”

Our Mission

“Maha Karuna is committed to serving with sincerity and compassion. We hope that our efforts, however small, may inspire others to recognise the value of compassion and its potential to improve lives.”

Community Highlights

We put the Buddha’s teachings of Wisdom and Compassion into action through spiritual, educational, and welfare activities that uplift the community.

Support Our Work

For years, Maha Karuna has served through Buddhist education and community care. If our mission speaks to you, we invite your support in continuing this meaningful journey.

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