Condolence Message

 

Condolence Message

 

To,

The Abbot,

Fo Guang Shan,

Kaohsuing, Taiwan

 

Venarable Sir,

 

We deeply mourn the demise of Venerable Master Hsing Yun on 6th February, 2023 at the age of 97. He was the founder of Fo Guang Shan Order. For over 80 years, Venerable Master endeavoured to propagate the Dharma as a global citizen, inspiring and forever changing the lives of many. He was followed by over two thousand monastic disciples and millions of followers worldwide. He had also ordained over one hundred Dharma heirs to continue his teachings. He established over 300 temples across the globe.

 

In education, he founded the University of the West in the USA, Nanhua University and Fo Guang University in Taiwan, Nan Tien Institute in Australia, and Guang Ming College in the Philippines. Throughout his lifetime, he dedicated himself in serving countless individuals, providing guidance and hope to Buddhists everywhere. Despite his passing, his achievements have left an indelible impact on the world and will continue to inspire future generations. The legacy of Venerable Master Hsing Yun will live on and his unwavering commitment to propagating Humanistic Buddhism and delivering sentient beings will always be remembered. We on behalf of the Bodhi-Nidhi Social Welfare Cultural Association and Bodhi-Nidhi Sangharama Santhagara, Kolkata, India, convey our condolence to you and Bhikkhu-Bhikkhunis and followers, we respectfully and sincerely offer our wishes for a swift and auspicious rebirth for Venerable Master Hsing Yun.

 

 

 

Sumanapal Bhikkhu

Chairman

Bodhi-Nidhi Social Welfare Cultural Association

and

Bodhi-Nidhi Sangharama Santhagara, Kolkata