The world of Tzu Chi Sep-Oct 2022 (Vol.143)

18 2022 • 10 pecial Feature Found his spiritual refuge — Sandiran Healing through faith —Yip Sook Ying S andiran, an Indian volunteer in Raub, Pahang, was able to understand the sutra verses and picked up the sign language with guidance from fellow volunteers. Knowing that the musical adaptation would form part of the prayers and blessing event, he hoped to pray for his family and the souls of his late wife and son. Once an alcoholic, Sandiran said, “When I dedicated myself into Tzu Chi, I feel respected by the volunteers. Hence, I want to work harder to repay Tzu Chi.” Taking refuge in Tzu Chi, Sandiran has been helping out with recycling activities post retirement. He claimed, “Following Master’s example, I shaved my head two years ago. It made me feel lighter and much calmer, and I could focus on helping others.” “D o not seek the Buddha far away at Vulture Peak, as this Peak is in our own hearts.” Yip Sook Ying was always moved singing these verses. Sook Ying’s father died of leukaemia years ago. She had been lamenting over his woeful ending despite being a kind person. The shackles were only unlocked after she encountered the Dharma. She shared, “It was thanks to my participation in the ‘Dharma as Water’ musical adaptation that I understood the Buddha’s teachings, like the law of karma. Therefore, I hope to take this opportunity to help others eliminate their afflictions and rediscover their pure intrinsic nature by practising the Dharma.” Sook Ying also admired the elderly performers for their diligence and sincere attitude, fully demonstrating that “excellence is achieved through mindfulness”. By Loo Boon Lan Photo by Lee Wei Kean By Kok Kim Tho Photo by Chia Heen Kheow