Message to FPMT International Office

The purpose of life is to benefit sentient beings, free them from suffering, and bring them to enlightenment. This is the real meaning of life, the purpose of surviving each hour, minute, and second with this human body. Some of us are in retreat in isolation, some are physically active in this world, some are busy with our bodies, some busy with our minds—whatever we are doing, our motivation is to benefit others and serve the teachings of the Buddha. This is the sole source of our own happiness and the happiness of others.

What else in life could be more meaningful, more fruitful, that can bring you to highest enlightenment, than cherishing and serving others?

I want to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart for all you have accomplished in this past year. All of this has come from your devotion and compassion. I will dedicate the merit and pray for you always.

With much love and prayer...