(Minghui.org) The Council of the City of Philadelphia issued the following citation in celebration of World Falun Dafa Day, marking the 20th anniversary of the introduction of this physical and spiritual exercise and meditation based on the universal principles of Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance.
City Council
City of Philadelphia
Citation
Recognizing & Celebrating
World Falun Dafa Day
The Council of the City of Philadelphia is pleased and proud to join with the Greater Philadelphia Falun Dafa Association in celebrating World Falun Dafa Day, marking the 20th anniversary of the introduction of this physical and spiritual exercise.
Whereas, Falun Dafa also called Falun gong, is a peaceful spiritual practice rooted in traditional Chinese culture. It consists of meditation, five gentle sets of exercises, and a moral philosophy centered on the values of truthfulness, compassion and tolerance, which practitioners take as a guide to their daily lives; and
Whereas, Although rooted in Chinese spiritual tradition, Falun Gong was first taught publicly in China in 1992 by Mr. Li Hongzhi, four time Nobel Peace Prize nominee and the founder of the practice. It spread quickly through word-of-mouth as tens of millions of Chinese citizens found greater health and spiritual well-being through the practice. Today, Falun Gong is practiced in over 80 countries worldwide by people of all ages and backgrounds. It is always taught free of charge by volunteers, and can be practiced individually or in groups; and
Whereas, Since 1992, over 100 million have become healthier, happier and more altruistic through their practice of Falun Dafa, bringing untold benefits to societies around the globe; and
Whereas, Falun Dafa practitioners in the United States dedicate countless hours to communities in organizing free medication classes, Chinese cultural productions of music and dance, and participating in local events. They are also actively working to bring about a peaceful resolution to the persecution of Falun Gong in China and improve the future of the world’s most populous country.
Therefore, By virtue of this Citation, the Council of the City of Philadelphia does hereby join with the Greater Philadelphia Falun Dafa Association in observation of World Falun Dafa Day. We extend the sincere respect and admiration of this legislative body, and thank you for your work toward enhancing the physical and spiritual well-being of our City and region.
W. Wilson Goode, Jr., Councilman-at-Large
Marian B. Tasco, Councilwoman, 9th District
Darrell L. Clarke, President