Honorable Supreme Master Ching Hai,

I have read three of your feature lectures in the foreign edition of the Central Daily Newspaper. To tell the truth, I used to receive lots and lots of letters from others; yet, this is the first time that I write to someone out of respect.

Others call me a "writer". I don't like the term - it's too heavy for me. I am merely an "author" who once wrote a book. If someday, You allow me to visit You, I would like to give You a copy of my book, which is the story of my life and that of my family's in Beijing, the capital city of Mainland China.

What I would like to say today is, I have never known such a lovely spiritual path; I have never seen such a lovely enlightened Master; I have never heard such teachings - so profound, inspiring, uplifting, moral, and yet so simple to understand.

I feel I have a responsibility to promote You so that more people will know, understand, and follow You. You, represent a method of spiritual practice. You, Yourself, are even a shinning example. I especially adore Your beauty and dress-sense.

Religion is supposed to be a moral guide for people, and highlight the beauty of life. Why should religious adepts dress like witches and expect us to follow them - shaven heads, wearing dull or dark robes, and covering their faces? What kind of beautiful life is that?

Obviously, You must have been criticized because of Your ways. However, if You gave in, then You wouldn't be a real Master. In my opinion, Quan Yin Bodhisattva, Fairy Ho and Ru-Lai Buddha should look more like You. Such people would command more respect from me than those who dress as if they have just crawled out of a grave, because they definitely cannot inspire people's interest to learn.

I have lived in Germany for ten years and have become a naturalized citizen. I think You should come to lecture in Germany. I would like to join Your worldwide Association. I am eager to meet and interview You.

I am very much awaiting Your reply, and especially welcome You to come and stay in my home for a while. It would be my greatest honor!

I live in a beautiful city famous for tourism and education. This university city has a few hundred years of history. There is a seminary, housed in a large castle incorporating palatial architecture. Perhaps, You can talk to them, visit with them. There are over nine thousand students. I am positive they would be interested in Your spiritual path!

I also hope to receive information about Your International Association. When was it established? How many members are there? What are its principles? What has it achieved? Also, what are Your life's experiences, Your thoughts, etc.? Written in the form of an interview, it can be an introduction to those who know little about You. It definitely will attract many people just like me.

I never believed in the Buddha before, but I was immediately attracted to You! You made me surrender immediately and I believe this is an acceptable spiritual path!

I will stop for now. Wishing You a Happy New Year!

Yu Luo-Jin