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Falun Gong (also called
Falun Dafa) is an ancient form of qigong, the practice of
refining the body and mind through special exercises and meditation.
Like tai chi, qigong is a vital part of many people's lives
in Asia; almost every Chinese park is brimming by the break of dawn
with people practicing these arts.
Only a few years after its
public introduction in 1992, Falun Dafa quickly grew to become the
most popular form of qigong ever in Chinese history. The
major reason for this is that Falun Dafa distinguishes itself from
other qigong practices by emphasizing not only physical
cultivation, but also cultivation of one's moral character in daily
life according to higher principles taught by Mr. Li Hongzhi, Falun
Dafa's founder.
Falun Dafa's effectiveness
in improving health and its profound principles have quickly made
the practice immensely popular throughout the entire world. Since
being introduced to the general public by Mr. Li, Falun Dafa has
attracted tens of millions of people in over 60 countries. Most
major cities and universities in the United States, Canada,
Australia, and Europe have English-speaking Falun Dafa practice
groups.
The people who practice
Falun Dafa come from every imaginable walk of life, as Falun Dafa
transcends cultural, social, economic, and national boundaries. The
practice has spread largely by word of mouth, as those who learn it
usually find the benefits simply too good to keep to themselves.
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1. The Books and the
Exercises
The practice of Falun Dafa is simple, yet profound and effective. It
consists primarily of two components: self-improvement through
studying Mr. Li's teachings, and performing Falun Dafa's five gentle
exercises. The exercises, which include a meditation, are easy to
learn, enjoyable, and at the same time both relaxing and energizing.
Many students of Falun Dafa enjoy doing them together as a group
outdoors. The teachings are articulated in two books, Falun
Gong (Law Wheel Qigong) and Zhuan
Falun (Turning the Law Wheel), which are available in
over a dozen languages, including English.
2. The Principles of the
Practice
The benefits of practicing Falun Dafa are numerous and varied,
ranging from improved health and newfound energy to mental clarity,
stress relief, and peace of mind. Yet Falun Dafa is different from
most other qigong practices in that it goes beyond the pursuit of
health and fitness to the goal of wisdom and enlightenment. At the
heart of the practice are the supreme principles of the universe:
Truthfulness, Benevolence, and Forbearance. Through a combination of
studying the books and performing the exercises, practitioners
strive to become better people by embodying these principles in
everything they do.
3. Is This for Me?
Millions of people all over the world have chosen to make the
practice of Falun Dafa a part of their daily lives. Simply put, they
find it a worthy and enjoyable investment of their time towards
health, happiness, and meaningful living. All that's required is an
open mind and a willing heart. Everyone is welcome, as Falun Dafa is
apolitical, informal, and completely free of charge, obligation, and
membership. All books are even available on-line.
We invite you to give this wonderful practice a try and discover it
for yourself. To learn about ways to begin, click here.
If you have further questions about the practice in general, click here
to view a discussion of frequently asked questions.
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