Reflections on the Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster : หน้า 71/103

The Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster caused great losses to life and property - but looked at in another way, has helped us all more clearly to appreciate the nature of the world where separation is inevitable. There is nothing permanent about our human lives. Catastrophe can strike at any time. No matter how long or short life is, we all have to die eventually. Therefore, it is best for us to spend our lives in the most valuable way, by doing all good deeds to the full - through generosity, keeping the precepts and practicing meditation. The merit thus accrued will be our refuge for our journey ahead in the cycle of existence. Once we understand the nature of life, we should not waste our time grieving in the face of suffering - otherwise, we use up our time with things which bring no benefit to ourselves or our fellow human beings. The memorial services we organized together were to dedicate merit to the departed who we hope will find the best possible afterlife destination in spite of the tragedy. On this occasion, I would like to rejoice in the merits of the Chairman of the Thai Senate, all organizations both in the public and the private sectors as well as all who were a part of this great success. We, at the Dhammakaya Foundation and in the Kalyanamitra movement both in Thailand and overseas were honored to serve together with the Senate, and take this opportunity to wish that all the organizations involved continue to work to bring World Peace to all human beings - especially by attaining the true peace of the Triple Gem inside as a true refuge to us all. Yours sincerely, Phrahrabhjanavabhisudh. President: Dhammakaya Foundation