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About tbcm

The idea of forming the Theravada Buddhist Council of Malaysia (TBCM) is to unite and promote understanding among Theravada organisations and followers in Malaysia. The council will represent and safeguard the Theravada community in Malaysia, and work with the other national Buddhist federations to safeguard the overall interests of the Malaysian Buddhists.

The Council comprising of lay followers, acts with consultation with its Advisory Panel (consisting of members of the Bhikkhu Sangha) and member organizations to advocate their general interests through education, training, engagement, etc..

Where necessary, the Council provides leadership, direction, and doctrinal interpretation to clarify matters arising that are of public interest affecting the Buddhist community, and acts in tandem with other Buddhist federations in the country for the overall good of the Malaysian Buddhists.

Mission of Theravada Buddhist Organisations in Malaysia

TBCM will focus its efforts and attention on a few preliminary areas :

Establishing a Secretariat for the Council;
Membership recruitment and enhancing liaison and networking among Member Organisations; and
Buddhist education and training.

Roles of TBCM

Enhance the development of Buddhist activities, harmony and cooperation in Malaysia.

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