7.1 和

《The Opening Ceremony of 2008 BLIA General Conference》“In Ven. Master Hsing Yun, Buddhism has found a reformer, an innovator, and an educator. Under his strong leadership, Buddhism has extended beyond traditional temple life to integrate and further enrich the modern living of city dwellers. Today, it has transcended national boundaries and has afforded people from all over the world the opportunity to be a part of it.” If you have a chance to participate in The Opening Ceremony of 2008 BLIA General Conference, you will understand what has been said in the first paragraph of "BLIA World Headquarter - The Origin". There are 15, 000 members of BLIA waves with their different national flags and screams joyfully in the brand new Kaohsiung Arena. Delegates of BLIA overseas dress in costumes that are representative of their countries or cultural heritage indeed enhance BLIA’s internationalism.

President Ma praises BLIA has promoted Three Good Practices Campaign, “Do Good Deeds”. “Speak Good Words” and “Think Good Thoughts”.

Ven. Master Hsing Yun presents flags to newly formed BLIA chapters around the world. He also leads Inauguration Ceremony for BLIA Chapter President, Certification Ceremony for BLIA Elder Advisor, and Certification and Promotion Ceremony for BLIA Lay Dharma Lecturer.

“Drums and Fans”, “Rhythmic Gymnastics” and “Dunhuang Dance” have performed after the award giving ceremony. It is so speculate with “Dunhuang Dance”, there are different classes at different local BLIA chapters in Taiwan. Dancers have been selected and then practiced together for this performance. It is an excellent case of team work! You have to be there to appreciate the beauty with the movement, the rhythm, and the music!

Each seat has put a candle. At the end of the opening ceremony we have lighted up our candles and pray for the world peace. A video has prepared, it has moved all of us!