Tzu Chi means 'Compassion Relief' in Chinese. The core belief is that through great compassion for those who are suffering, we can relieve suffering, be it our own or that of others.
Tzu Chi Foundation was established in 1966 by a Buddhist nun, Venerable Master Cheng Yen, in the rural, poor eastern coast of Taiwan initially offering food and medical relief for the poor. As she herself lived a simple, austere life, she encouraged her supporters to save equivalent US$0.02 a day in the belief that even if we are poor, we can help others. Eventually, she and her supporters saved enough to offer food relief to the local poor. Thus, through the gradual and daily accumulation of efforts and through the collective love of many, Tzu Chi emphasizes that together we can help others. Thus, from the loving heart of one springs infinite hearts of love.
A daily donation is our daily prayer to help others. By saving each day we remind ourselves each day of our resolution to help those in need. We put our love into practice each day, not just once a year or once a month.
We should not think that we need money to help others, nor should we ever discount what appears to be a small gesture. Even children and college students, the elderly, or even those who are physically disabled, can help others. Giving is not the privilege of the rich; it is the privilege of the sincere. The truly rich are those who are rich in love.
Master Cheng Yen believes that each person has a pure heart of love, and that by inspiring such love, we can alleviate the suffering and turmoil in our society and eliminate disasters.
Tzu Chi Foundation was established in 1966 by a Buddhist nun, Venerable Master Cheng Yen, in the rural, poor eastern coast of Taiwan initially offering food and medical relief for the poor. As she herself lived a simple, austere life, she encouraged her supporters to save equivalent US$0.02 a day in the belief that even if we are poor, we can help others. Eventually, she and her supporters saved enough to offer food relief to the local poor. Thus, through the gradual and daily accumulation of efforts and through the collective love of many, Tzu Chi emphasizes that together we can help others. Thus, from the loving heart of one springs infinite hearts of love.
A daily donation is our daily prayer to help others. By saving each day we remind ourselves each day of our resolution to help those in need. We put our love into practice each day, not just once a year or once a month.
We should not think that we need money to help others, nor should we ever discount what appears to be a small gesture. Even children and college students, the elderly, or even those who are physically disabled, can help others. Giving is not the privilege of the rich; it is the privilege of the sincere. The truly rich are those who are rich in love.
Master Cheng Yen believes that each person has a pure heart of love, and that by inspiring such love, we can alleviate the suffering and turmoil in our society and eliminate disasters.
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