Venerable Master Yan De Visits ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ for Collaborative Discussions
Venerable Master Yan De, the chief incumbent of Xifengzi Monastery in Shanxi Province, People’s Republic of China, and Venerable Qing Zhao visited the ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ on May 6th, 2023, along with their followers. Senior Professor (Chair) , the Vice-Chancellor of the University, warmly welcomed all the delegates. During the visit, there was a productive discussion on the development of welfare facilities for students to support their studies. Additionally, Master Qing Zhao expressed a keen interest in initiating research collaboration on Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism with the ÌÇÐÄÔ´´, including the possibility of establishing a Center for Buddhist Studies. Professor , from the Department of Buddhist Studies and the Coordinator of the program, also participated in the discussion.
The Vice-Chancellor highlighted the ÌÇÐÄÔ´´’s recent efforts to support students who have faced difficulties due to the country’s economic crisis. Master Yan De expressed high appreciation for the Vice-Chancellor’s leadership, emphasizing the importance of generosity as a fundamental teaching in Buddhism. Furthermore, the Master agreed to collaborate with the ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ in assisting students.
