The Birth of Tzu Chi by Rey-Sheng Her, Rei-Ling Lai - 9781041157946

The Birth of Tzu ChiEstablishing the Charity Mission (1966 to 1978)\nAuthor(s): Rey-Sheng Her, Rei-Ling Lai\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781041157946, 978-1041157946\nSynopsis\nThe Birth of Tzu Chi is a historical series documenting the development of the Tzu Chi Foundation. This book covers its foundational years, detailing how Master Cheng Yen's simple aspiration, \""For Buddha's teachings, for all living beings,\"" led to a global movement.\n\nThis volume documents Tzu Chi's origins from 1966 to 1978, tracing its expansion from Hualien, eastern Taiwan, across the island. It includes the \""Bamboo Bank Era,\"" where 30 housewives saved 50 cents daily, and the establishment of free medical clinics in 1972, which addressed the intertwined issues of poverty and illness. It further examines key events and Tzu Chi's distinct approach to charity, including systematic home visits, providing aid, and promoting principles .