(Minghui.org) May 13, 2021, is the 70th birthday of Mr. Li Hongzhi, the founder of Falun Dafa. On this special occasion, four Swiss dignitaries sent their well-wishes to Mr. Li and expressed their support for Falun Dafa.
Patrick Dimier, Member of the Grand Council of the Canton of Geneva
Patrick Dimier, a member of the Grand Council of the Geneva Canton, Switzerland, said that Geneva is the world's capital of peace and the world's human rights capital. In other words, in such a modest place, the very important values of living in harmony are embodied every day.
He added that they want everyone to be able to express themselves freely and think for themselves. They place great importance on peace in their country. Geneva is a very international city and the integration of the population is very important. To him, Mr. Li’s birthday, which is also World Falun Dafa Day, is important, because Falun Dafa and its universal values of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance are wonderful. He said in Chinese, “Falun Dafa hao! Zhen, Shan, Ren hao! (Falun Dafa is good! Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance is good!”)
Luc Barthassat, a former member of the Swiss Federal Assembly and current Senator of the City of Geneva
Luc Barthassat, Senator of the City of Geneva, said that, on the occasion of May 13, which also marks the 29th anniversary of Falun Dafa's dissemination to the world, he would like to wish the founder of Falun Gong, Mr. Li Hongzhi, a happy birthday. He said Falun Dafa reminds us that traditional values and human rights are very important. He noted that the practice is based on the values of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, which are noble values that represent hope for humanity. He also said in Chinese: “Falun Dafa hao! Zhen, Shan, Ren hao!”
Oskar Freysinger, author, former member of the Swiss Federal Assembly, and former member of the Council of the Canton of Valais
Oskar Freysinger, a former member of the Swiss Federal Assembly, said that, in a world where materialism is ubiquitous and people are being disconnected from their spirits and souls, fortunately, there is Falun Dafa, which upholds the values of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance and advocates a balance of mind and body.
He added that harmony and mutual respect is very important for humankind. By following a true spiritual path, human thoughts and actions can become noble. He wishes Falun Dafa a bright future and great success.
Daniel Brélaz, former mayor of Lausanne and a member of the Swiss Federal Assembly
Daniel Brélaz, another former member of the Swiss Federal Assembly, said that, throughout his long political career of more than 40 years, he has always been committed first and foremost to reliability and truthfulness. When speaking to the public, it is important to tell the truth and be credible.
To that end, he was often prompted to practice forbearance, which is very important. Not everyone has the same views, same religious beliefs, or the same cultural background. When people are tolerant of each other, they avoid the risk of civil and religious wars. From this perspective, forbearance is a fundamental value. Recognizing the positive impact of Falun Dafa on the community, he’d like to wish Mr. Li a happy birthday and celebrate the 29th anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction to the world.
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