HomeMy WebLinkAbout047 Year of Rabbit Blessing Ceremony Proclamation - Word - 02.04.2011PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, on Saturday, February Fifth, Two Thousand and Eleven, the City of Cupertino wishes to recognize the Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale's Year of Rabbit Blessing Ceremony; and
WHEREAS, Zen Buddhism teaches people how to attain inner peace and uncover the inherent wisdom within all of us; and
WHEREAS, by probing into our minds and understanding that our afflictions are caused by our own greed, anger, and ignorance, we can attain unbiased perception of reality and true inner
peace; and
WHEREAS, to bring the Buddha’s compassion and wisdom to Silicon Valley, Venerable Master Wei Chueh, founder of Abbot of Chung Tai Chan Monastery and over ninety Zen Centers in Taiwan
and overseas, established Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale in March Two Thousand and Four; and
WHEREAS, since inception, the Zen Center has been a refreshing spring for the spirit, welcoming people of all cultures and faiths or no faith; and
WHEREAS, in a tranquil environment, people learn the ageless wisdom of Buddhism, discover the joy of meditation, and uncover the “Buddha Nature” within all of us; and
WHEREAS, year-round, the Zen Center offers Zen meditation and Buddhism classes, retreats, workshops, Zen services and ceremonies, and other activities, serving all age groups.
NOW, therefore, be it resolved, that the Mayor and City Council of Cupertino, do hereby recognize the
Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale's Year of Rabbit Blessing Ceremony
and thank the center for all their hard work, dedication, and wish them a wonderful event.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Cupertino to be affixed this Saturday, February Fifth, Two Thousand and Eleven.
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Gilbert Wong, Mayor