The world of Tzu Chi (Vol.107)

TZU CHI 107 09 Tzu Chi care recipient, Yoh Kim Peow, who attended the Year-end Blessing Ceremony for the first time, listened attentively as the volunteer explained to him the significance of the red envelope of blessings and wisdom. [Photograph by Lim Chin Shein] wisdom of the Great Enlightened One, care for our planet and protect all lives, to create a Pure Land in this world. The coin placed on the right depicts an image of “The Buddha Nursing the Sick”, which serves to inspire everyone to go amongst people to bring relief to the sick and suffering. The three rice grains on the inside of the red envelope represent conscientious efforts in cultivating “precepts, samadhi and wisdom”, as well as have courage and diligence in practising our faith by making vows and living them out on the Bodhisattva Path. Passing down the virtues of kindness and love Echo Chien, CEO of Tzu Chi KL & Selangor, recollected the humble beginnings of Ushering in the New Year with Wisdom and Harmony Tzu Chi, where small donations were pooled together to carry out charitable work, and the practice has continued until today. The CEO thanked everyone for their support towards Tzu Chi’s missions and encouraged all to partake in charitable work personally in addition to contributing money. She said, “Master Cheng Yen paved the Bodhisattva Path and even at 83 years old now, she is still working for Buddhism and for all sentient beings, inspiring everyone to be kind and do good deeds…” She called upon all to join the ranks of volunteers and set good examples for the next generation to follow. Time flies. As 2018 ends, let us reflect on the past one year, seize the moment and be vigilant and mindful in the year ahead so that we will grow spiritually.