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Tsunami 11 What is a Tsunami? And How could it happen? 13 The aftermath of the Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster in Thailand 17 Spirit of grassroots support from the Kalyanamitna movement 21 The main problems to be solved 25 Bringing hearts back together 29 The first "Memorial Service" In memory of the victims who lost their lives in the "Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster" At Saphanbin Sports Stadium, Muang District, Phuket Province 31 Preparation for the ceremony 33 The awaited day . . . 41 Overview of the Major Events 47 An Impressive Spectacle 49 Illumination of flying lanterns in homage to the Lord Buddha 53 The Second "Memorial Service" In memory of the victims who lost their lives in the "Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster" at Takuapa Sports Stadium, Takuapa District, Phang nga Province 57 Origins 61 The Preparation for the Ceremony 67 Images of the Past 71 The Psychological Impact 75 Atmosphere leading up to the event 77 The Main Ceremony 83 Being One 89 The Illumination of Life 93 An atmosphere of friendship 101 Truly international concern 105 Family united by meritorious concern 109 Representatives of Sangha Community's impressions of the ceremony 113 Dignitaries' impressions of the ceremony 115 Foreigners' impressions of the ceremony 117 Those behind the success 119 Plaques of Gratitude from the Phuket Association and Takuapa District 123 Message of Appreciation to the Most Vener Pharajbbhavanisudh 128 By Khun Ladawan Wongsiriwong 130 Senate Plaque Award Ceremony 134 Speech of Gratitude to the President of Dhammakaya Foundation, Phrarajbbhavanisudh on 23 February 2005 138 Response to the Senate by the Most Ven. Pharajbbhavnisudh 138 Appendix 143 Media Coverage 145 A list of countries sending diplomatic participants 165 Speech of Solidarity and Verses of Resolution By H.E. the Deputy Prime Minister Somsak Thepsuthin 167 Lyrics 170 Memorial Service Organizer 179 Supporting Contributors 182