'Dhamma education, key to promote tolerance'

M A R Manukulasooriya, Hiriyala group corr

Dhamma education is key to inculcate a sense of love, compassion and tolerance in young minds. Dhamma school teachers provide a noble service by imparting Dhamma knowledge to young generations without even receiving a remuneration, said Ven Welamitiyawe Kusaladhamma thera, Chief Sanghanayake of Colombo and Chilaw divisions and Kelaniya University Chancellor.

The thera was speaking at the 40th anniversary meeting of Sri Dhammarathana Dhamma school of the Sri Nagala historical temple, Ussawa, Melsiripura.

The thera said; "We can achieve fulfilment only through enlightenment. For this we need the guidance of the Dhamma through which we can understand the value of humanity." No one can expect to reap benefits by propagating evil.

Foreign intellectuals get frustrated after following the path of materialism and go to Buddhist countries to engage in meditation to attempt to understand the real goals of life, the thera added.

The thera said, the government has given great recognition to Dhamma schools which guide younger generations to become worthy citizens.