๐ฐ๐ ๐น๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
๐ฝ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐พ๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐
It is with profound respect and a deep sense of loss that I learned of the passing of my dear friend and esteemed member of the monastic community, Venerable Wen Tong, on July 11, 2024. Our friendship began nearly 38 years ago at Jing Shan Shih in Jinjang, Malaysia, forged during a religious event, evolving into a bond of mutual respect, collaboration, and brotherhood.
Venerable Wen Tong was a visionary Bhikkhu whose dedication to the Dharma and the welfare of all sentient beings inspired many. Together, we shared many unforgettable moments, from visiting the temple’s land in its early days in Rawang to supporting each other through personal and community challenges.
I fondly remember 38 years ago when Venerable Wen Tong inviting me to visit the land that would become Jing Long Shan Temple in Rawang. At that time, it was a vast expanse of land with a small, elongated wooden house. As we walked around, and he shared his vision and plans for the temple, discussing his aspirations and how it would serve the community in future. I greatly admired and witnessed his tireless efforts in establishing the Jing Long Shan Temple.
One particularly memorable experience was when Venerable Wen Tong was involved in an accident and hospitalized. During his recovery, I frequently visited him, sharing moments of reflection and support. Once he had recovered, we made a trip to the highway spot where the accident occurred and held a ceremonial prayer. That experience feels a vivid and profound as if it were just yesterday.
Our visits to Jing Long Shan Temple during various novitiate programs were always filled with warmth and brotherly camaraderie. Venerable Wen Tong’s guidance and kindness left a lasting impression on many young novice monks. Once, Jing Long Shan Temple was the host venue for our novitiate program. I also fondly remember the numerous times I visited him at the temple for lunch, where we would share meals, discussions and laughter.
When Venerable Wen Tong learned of my efforts to establish our new temple in Elmina, Shah Alam, he offered his unwavering support and encouragement, for which I am deeply grateful.
Venerable Wen Tong’s legacy is one of compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the Buddhist community. His teachings and actions have touched countless lives, and his memory will continue to inspire us all to practise Dhamma wholehearted, love fully in the present moment, for the benefit of all sentient beings. With his extraordinary benevolent contributions and life of service to the community, I am confident that his journey will be smooth and peaceful.
As we bid farewell to Venerable Wen Tong, let us carry forward the positive energy, wisdom and compassion he imparted to us. May Venerable Wen Tong attain the ultimate bliss of Nibbฤna .
In deep remembrance,
๐๐๐ง๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ญ๐๐ฐ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐ง๐ค๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ก๐ข๐ค๐ค๐ก๐ฎ
๐๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐, ๐๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐๐ฒ
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