| Tzu
Chi Commissioners |
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| (Translated by Douglas Shaw) |
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The Tzu Chi commissioners
are the moving force behind the Tzu Chi missions. They take up
Master Cheng Yen's commitment, "for Buddhism and for all
living beings," her teaching to "take the Buddha's heart
and the master's commitment as one's own." Day and night,
they give of their money and strength and work hard to help the
poor and teach the rich.
Those who wish to be commissioners must have
the following qualifications: 1) they must have the right knowledge
and right views, and have no bad habits; 2) they must put in time
to help the poor and teach the rich; 3) they must have a deep
understanding of "take the Buddha's heart and the master's
commitment as one's own," carefully follow the Master's teachings,
and be decorous and proper in their words and actions; and 4)
they must maintain a sincere and trustworthy spirit in their work,
and undergo at least six months of training.
The duties of the commissioners are: 1) receive
donations and spread the spirit of kindness, compassion, joy and
giving in order to give happiness and eliminate suffering; 2)
find and follow up on low-income households; 3) visit the sick
and victims of disasters. In addition, commissioners should participate
in all activities and meetings at their branch offices. They are
also duty-bound to help promote all affairs of the foundation.
