The Singapore Buddhist Mission (SBM) is established in 1981by the late Venerable Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda Maha Nayaka Thera and Mr. Tan Beng Lew, the Mission's Patron and Founding President.
In the 1980s, there was a lack of Buddhist institutions that teach and propagate the Dhamma in the English medium. SBM was thus one of the pioneers in publishing books and organising Dhamma classes and public talks in English. Such activities have help create a good awareness of Buddhism amongst Singaporeans.
In 1997, the Mission formally established its youth group, SBM Youth, with the focus of training and guiding young Buddhists in good discipline, Buddhist thought, values and selfless service, in hope that these young Buddhists can be of great service to the community of Singapore in future.
MISSION'S OBJECTIVES
1. To study and propagate Buddhism2. To encourage, foster and develop the qualities of Truth, Compassion and to practice the teaching of the Buddha.
3. To arrange religious lectures whenever possible.
4. To assist in the opening of religious schools and to render assistance to Buddhist organizations where necessary.
5. To render spiritual assistance / advice to members or any Buddhist in case of sickness and/or death.
6. To print Buddhist literature.
MAHA SANGHA
Chief Religious Advisor: Ven. Dr. K. Anuruddha Nayaka Maha Thera
Chief Resident Monk / Religious Advisor: Ven. K. Dhammika Maha Thera
Religious Advisors: Ven. Mahinda Maha Thera
Youth Group's Religious Advisor: Ven. Dr. Bodhi
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