Proclamation
"WORLD FALUN DAFA DAY"
WHEREAS, Falun Gong, also known as Falun Dafa, is an advanced traditional
Chinese practice for improving the mind and body through gentle exercise and
meditation. A central component of Falun Gong is studying the higher principles
of truthfulness, compassion, and tolerance; and
WHEREAS, The practice of Falun Gong has a significant positive effect on
stress relief and overall mental and physical health; most practicing
participants report that through Falun Gong they continue to enjoy improved
health, reduced stress, and increased levels of energy; and
WHEREAS, Falun Gong introduced in 1992 to the general public in China by Li
Hongzhi transcends cultural and racial boundaries and has benefited the lives of
over 100 million people In over 40 countries worldwide; and
WHEREAS, Falun Gong is now practiced in many locations throughout the
Richardson, Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex area and all workshops and group
practices are organized by volunteers and are offered free of charge to the
public;
NOW. THEREFORE, I, PAT EVANS, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF PLANO, TEXAS do hereby
proclaim May 13.2002 as "WORLD FALUN DAFA DAY" and recognize the practice of: "FALUN DAFA"
and commend those who take part in these activities to bring healthier
physical, mental, and spiritual conditions to themselves and to others.
Pat Evans
Office of the Mayor
Chinese version available at
http://www.minghui.ca/mh/articles/2002/5/14/30153.html
