(Clearwisdom.net) May 13 is World Falun Dafa Day and the birthday of the founder of Falun Dafa, Mr. Li Hongzhi. On May 9, 2010, Falun Gong practitioners around the world held a series of activities to celebrate the day and to let more people know the benefits of practicing Falun Dafa.
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Falun Gong, also known as Falun Dafa, was first taught by Mr. Li in May 1992 in China. It is now practiced in over 100 countries and areas in the world and has improved the physical and mental wellbeing of over 100 million people. In 2000, Falun Gong practitioners, in order to commemorate the special day, designated May 13 as World Falun Dafa Day. Celebration activities are held worldwide.
At 2:00 p.m., the Divine Land Marching Band, dressed in bright blue uniforms, played "Falun Dafa Is Good." Their performance drew in passersby who stopped and cheered. Practitioners then did the sitting meditation in front of banners reading "Falun Dafa is good" and "Celebrating May 13 - World Falun Dafa Day." Many people stopped to asked about Falun Dafa. They learned the benefits of the practice and learned about the persecution of Falun Gong that is taking place in China.
Practitioners had a group photo taken at Fitzroy Gardens, respectfully wishing revered Master Li a Happy Birthday, and expressing their thankfulness for Master's compassionate salvation.
