Chinese Buddhist association expresses solicitude to tsunami-hit countries
31/12/2004 14:46
The Buddhist Association of China has expressed its condolence over the heavy
loss of lives and property to the tsunami-hit countries. In a message sent
over to the tsunami-ravaged countries, the association said that on behalf of
Chinese Buddhists, it wishes to express sincere sympathy and solicitude to the
people in those countries and heartfelt condolences over the disaster
victims. The message was sent to eight countries: Indonesia, Sri Lanka,
India, Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Malaysia and Maldives. As the main
Buddhism principle of loving kindness, sharing happiness and sufferings with all
living beings, "Chinese Buddhists also experience the disaster you have
suffered," it said. "We believe that your country and people will certainly
overcome the hardships and rebuild your homeland," it said. According to
Sheng Hui, vice president of the association, the association has called on
Chinese Buddhist circles to hold prayer services for no more
disasters. "Whenever a country suffers heavy natural disasters, we should
extend our hands to support them," he said, adding that Chinese Buddhists are
carrying out a donation move to that effect.
Xinhua
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