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Overview
2008/04/30
Overview of Falun Gong
Falun Gong is a traditional Chinese spiritual discipline that is Buddhist in nature. It consists of moral teachings, a meditation, and four gentle exercises that resemble tai-chi and are known in Chinese culture as “qigong.” The latter are a truly unique, and very much enjoyable, way to improve the health and condition of one’s body.
2007/06/24
Transcending the Mundane
It is an idea with staying power. A belief as old as Chinese civilization itself, having resonated with a stunning range of dynasties, provinces, and personalities. To generations has it spoken. In the very substrate of China’s culture is it firmly embedded.
2003/04/24
Four Year Anniversary of Beijing Peaceful Appeal -- Four Years of Lies from China’s Leaders
On April 25, 1999, Falun Gong emerged on the international radar screen when more than 10,000 Falun Gong practitioners gathered in Beijing to appeal to the Chinese Central Government not to escalate the harassment against them. They asked to be able to practice their beliefs in peace, as guaranteed by China’s constitution, and an end to abuses and slander against their meditation practice. The response, however, has been anything but peaceful.
2000/02/20
CBS Health Watch: How to Cultivate Yourself with Falun Dafa
“My doctor can’t believe how much it has changed my health.” With these words Gail Rachlin, a 50-something New York City Falun Dafa practitioner, enthusiastically begins her description of the positive impact that this new interpretation of the ancient Chinese practice of Qi Gong has had on her well-being.