An Appreciative Nun
We want to bring your attention to a group of nuns in Bagan, Myanmar who are facing difficult circumstances due to the recent military coup in the country. The current political turmoil has made it difficult for them to continue their practice and support themselves. We encourage you to consider making a donation to help these nuns during this challenging time. Your generosity will go a long way in providing them with the resources they need to continue their important work and take care of their basic needs. By supporting these nuns, you can make a positive difference in their lives and show your solidarity with the people of Myanmar as they struggle for democracy and human rights. For now, please read the following report from our local team leader and take joy in knowing that past donations were able to successfully reach those in need.
“Thank you all so much for remembering us and being generous. I wish you all prosperity in the earthly world and ultimate liberation.”
We came across many nuns who were grateful to receive our donations, some of whom were quite elderly. In our Myanmar society, people tend to donate to monks more frequently than to nuns, so the nuns were very happy to receive our donations. It's safe to say that this donation will be a great help to them for some time. Some nuns came and spoke to us to express their happiness.
One old nun, who is 74 years old, came up to me and said, 'Oh my son, you know I live alone in a monastery that operates a lifelong meditation center. The resident monk has been kind enough to take care of me for years, and all I could do in return was help out in the monastery's kitchen. But now, thanks to your donations and the efforts of the volunteers, I can at least take responsibility for myself. I have always felt like a burden to the abbot, but now I don't have to. Thank you all so much for remembering us and being generous. I wish you all prosperity in the earthly world and ultimate liberation.' "
Nuns have played an important role in the spiritual life of Bagan, a city that is home to a large number of Buddhist temples and monasteries. Many of these nuns have dedicated their lives to practicing Buddhism and serving the community through their spiritual teachings and acts of charity. In Bagan, as in other parts of Myanmar, nuns may not receive as much support or recognition as monks, despite their important contributions to the community. It's encouraging to see that the donors in this case were able to make a difference in the lives of these nuns and show them the appreciation they deserve.
It's clear that the donation we made has had a significant impact on the lives of the nuns we met. Not only did it bring them joy and gratitude in the moment, but it also provided them with some much-needed support for the future. The donation will help them to take care of their basic needs and alleviate any financial burdens they may have been facing. It will also allow them to focus on their spiritual practices and scriptural study without having to worry about practical matters as much. Overall, it's safe to say that our donation will be a great help to these nuns for a considerable amount of time, and we can feel good knowing that we've made a positive difference in their lives.
