Upcoming absence

[Empty_of_Clouds]

It is with a great deal of sadness that I report that my wife's beloved father passed away this evening, 17/11/20 NZ time, in Shanghai, China, after a long illness.

Due to the pandemic situation and reduced international travel, neither of us have been able to participate in the ritual of Shou ling 守靈 - sitting vigil with the loved one in filial piety during his last moments, nor in the preparation of the deceased for the transition from 人世 rén shì - this world - to 來世 lei shì - the world that lies ahead.

We now enter a period of mourning for 49 days. During this time our thoughts will rest on the Amitabha Sutra. If anyone here would like to take a moment in their day to consider the words below then the world will benefit.

May all sentient beings be at peace.
May all sentient beings be free from all suffering.

Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo
Namo Amituofo

[pajaro]

Peace be with you.

[guyy]

My condolences, EoC.

It must be difficult to mourn at this time. May you find meaning and peace in your plague year observances.

[catbert]

So sorry for your loss.

[manoeuver]

condolences.

[Detman101]

My condolences to you and your wife, sir.

Peace be with you both.

[SlowMovingTarget]

Condolences. May you and yours recall and take strength from what was, build well and take solace for what will be.

[penwash]

My condolences to you and your wife, David.

I am familiar with the tradition of mourning period to honor the life of a beloved one. It is a time of reflection and holds a deep meaning beyond.

Do take care of her and yourself.

[Sailor Kenshin]

My condolences to you and your family.

[azkid]

So sorry to hear this. Condolences to you and your family.

[Jon Szanto]

Holding you and all of your family In the Light.

[fountainpenkid]

Very sorry to read this--my condolences to you and your family.

[ethernautrix]

Totally grok.

My sympathies to your wife and you and the family.

[Lady Onogaro]

You and your wife and family have my sincere condolences, David.

[Bisquitlips]

You and your wife and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

[junglejim]

My sincerest condolences to you and your family, EoC.

[TSherbs]

Peace to all, brother

[Veena]

My condolences. I lost my father in June and was unable to see him before or after his passing due to the Covid travel restrictions. I take solace in knowing he lived a long and wonderful life. Peace be with you.

[Runnin_Ute]

Condolences to you and your family on your loss.

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[Empty_of_Clouds]

I would like to take a moment to offer thanks for all the expressions of condolence, on behalf of my wife, family and myself.

The ceremonies went smoothly and were well attended by family, friends and colleagues who were in Shanghai.

Your thoughts and well-wishes were very much appreciated.