Ali Bin Sad Al Shahrani
It was with great sorrow that I learned of the death of a great man, the founder of the Universal Peace Federation, who devoted his life to the service of peace and coexistence between nations and cooperation between peoples in the interests of human life and others on the planet. We send our deepest heartfelt sympathy to his family.
I hasten to offer my sympathy to all members and leaders of the Universal Peace Federation, the South Korean government, and the great Korean people on the death of this man and ask God to bestow peace to his sons, his descendants, and his grandchildren. May they deploy peace between people and continue the work of the Universal Peace Federation, spreading peace, security, and coexistence between peoples. His family, his children, his grandchildren, and myself as well were uplifted by this global figure now lost to the world. Please accept my very deepest sympathy on the death of this great man, the man of peace. May he rest in peace. May God rest his soul, the man of peace.
Ali Bin Sad Al Shahrani
Ambassador of peace and interfaith dialogue
Saudi Arabia
Aron Mueller
In memory of Rev. Moon, peace be upon him. May we continue his path and be united in the road of joy and peace.
Aron Mueller
Rabbi, Jewish Community, Baden, Switzerland
Kodjovi Konou-Noukafou
It is with sorrow and bitterness that we learned of the passing of Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, founder of the Unification Church and the Universal Peace Federation. Our regret is even greater because humanity has just lost a great man of peace. For this reason we offer our sincere condolences and good wishes.
Kodjovi Konou-Noukafou
Togo
Dr. Abdul Karim Saeed
Reverend Moon has left for the next life to be near his Maker with Whom he was in tremendous love. It is natural for eyes to weep when someone who has endeared himself to so many people of almost all religions and countries leaves. However, the hearts find consolation as all people of faith know that he will always live through his deeds, his welfare projects, his devotion to bringing peace to the world, his freedom from prejudices of race, color, and creed; his values especially those that were aimed at bringing love in the families. His being the head of a good family by blood and through love for his fellow humans will be what will matter when he is face to face with God.
Those who love him should think of that moment of joy for him when God rewards him. With that in mind they should wipe their tears and smile at his achievements and joy. Believe me, he has not gone, for he will live for eternity through his deeds and achievements. It is now up to us to carry on the good work he started and successfully established. He was a good and unselfish gardener who did not plant trees for himself but for others. We all tasted the fruit from the trees he planted and now should strive to care for these trees that flourished under his loving care. Let us all pray that God will judge him for what he was for God's children on earth. Amen.
Dr. Abdul Karim Saeed
Amir of the Lahore Ahmadiyya World Community
Dr. Khieu San and Mrs. Neang Chhayana
Mrs. Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon: we feel it's almost an intrusion to write at a time like this. But we must tell you how saddened we are by the news, and we deeply feel for you in your sorrow. It was a privilege to know Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, king of world peace, and his loss will be felt by many for a long time to come. We hope the blow will be softened over time, leaving you with cherished memories.
H.E. Dr. Khieu San, Ph.D.
H.E. Mrs. Neang Chhayana
Ambassadors for Peace, Kingdom of Cambodia
Liang Pengwei
I can hardly express my sorrow and lamentation on hearing that Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the Founder of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, has passed away. Please accept my condolences. I have often cherished the impression that Rev. Sun Myung Moon can be likened to the burning bush that Moses saw in the desert.
It burned with intensity, but it kept on burning persistently, because it drew its fuel and energy from eternal truth. Rev. Sun Myung Moon has been intensely active, in the physical world as well as the spiritual, spreading the values of the family and pure love, which to me are tantamount to filial piety and chastity, in the west as well as the east, in frozen Russia and tropical Philippines alike. No region that humans tread on is exempt from his love and devotion. Like the burning bush, such unique intensity is paralleled by remarkable persistence and endurance, as we have witnessed Rev. Sun Myung Moon carrying on his mission in our midst till the last day of his 92 years on earth.
This is close to a miracle. As a follower and champion of the Chinese traditional culture, I deeply appreciate the inherent value in human nature and in the advancement of civilization of the cardinal virtues of filial piety and chastity. I also fully subscribe to the Confucian doctrine that "It is less difficult to know, but more difficult to practice." I admire Rev. Sun Myung Moon with all my heart for promoting filial piety and chastity as a life-long practice. The remarkable success of his efforts is both a triumph for Rev. Sun Myung Moon and the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification as well as a triumph of the noble side of human nature over evil. Please accept my condolences and brace yourselves to carry on the work of Rev Sun Myung Moon.
Liang Pengwei
Advisor, Promoting Filial Piety Committee, Hong Kong, China
So Yuk Choy
It is with deep sorrow that I have heard of the demise of Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the founder of your organization. Please accept my condolences to everyone. I have been deeply impressed by Rev. Sun Myung Moon's devotion to the promotion of filial piety and the purity of love. These are in fact cardinal virtues in the Chinese tradition, succinctly outlined in the time-honored adage "Of all evils promiscuity ranks first, and among all virtues filial piety takes top priority." Rev. Sun Myung Moon, by taking concrete measures to put these traditional words of wisdom into practice, has echoed the desires of many people who lament the decline of traditional morals and has renewed hope in many hearts that moral rejuvenation is not a remote possibility.
As Confucius put it, "The burden is heavy, whereas the road is long." Rev. Sun Myung Moon had been shouldering the burden of this heavy mission in the company of all the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification members for long decades until dying on his post at the age of 92. Such a death, in fact, amounts to martyrdom. Both his courage and his endurance are objects of my admiration. I hope and deeply believe that all of you will take up his cross and continue with his mission, with his courage and endurance as well as his joyfulness and tranquility.
So Yuk Choy
Advisor, Promoting Filial Piety Committee, Hong Kong, China
Qamar Minhas
Please convey our deepest condolences on the passing away of your father Moon. He was respected all over the world by people of all religions. His message was for the welfare of humanity. Please convey our condolences to all his family members.
Qamar Minhas
President, International Islamic Society, Hong Kong, China
Ajaz Muhammad
I was deeply saddened to hear the news. I know how difficult it's going to be for his family, friends, and the organization. The great work he did to bring peace in the world cannot be forgotten, and I am sure his dreams will be fulfilled. My condolences to his family. He will always be in my prayers.
Ajaz Muhammad
Member of the Management Committee, Kowloon Mosque and Islamic Centre, China
Rev. John LeMond
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of the Rev. Moon Sun Myung. I know this is a very difficult and busy time for you and all the others at the Universal Peace Federation. Blessings and peace.
Rev. John LeMond
Lutheran Theological Seminary;
Convener, Hong Kong Network on Religion and Peace, China
Ioan and Marika Katarina Arendia Elita von Wolsky
The Arendia Elita von Wolsky Family and Concordia PanEurAsia in Estonia join in sorrow together with all Ambassadors for Peace and all peace-seeking people all over the world before the memory of Rev. Sun Myung Moon.
Ioan and Marika Katarina Arendia Elita von Wolsky
Concordia PanEurAsia, Estonia
Mufti Muhammad Arshad
On behalf of the Muslim community of Hong Kong, I express our heartfelt condolences on the demise of Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, founder of the Universal Peace Federation. Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon was blessed with a long and successful life and was a true campaigner of peace. He invested his heart and soul for the cause of world peace. Indeed, to spread the message of peace throughout the world and build a strong network of peace-loving people is a huge achievement, the fruits of which will be reaped by current and future generations.
The Holy Quran, chapter 30, verse 55, says: "We created you from earth and we shall return you unto it and bring you forth from it a second time." We pray to Allah the Almighty and hope his mission of peace will be adopted and practiced in the future. We pray to God to give courage and strength to his family and followers in dealing with this irreparable loss. Aameen.
Mufti Muhammad Arshad
Chief Imam of Hong Kong, China
Y.K.J. Yeung Sik Yuen
I have learned with sadness about the demise of the Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, founder of the Universal Peace Federation. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I am sure he will find his right place with the Almighty.
Y.K.J. Yeung Sik Yuen
Chief Justice, Mauritius
Dr. Bamanga Tukur, CON, COM
I write with sadness to acknowledge the receipt of your letter notifying me of the passing away of Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, Founder of Universal Peace Federation. I was grieved to learn of his death. Without doubt, his exit must have created a great vacuum in the lives of his family, the UPF, and the entire world, for his message of peace brought hope and peace to Africa and rest of the world. I had the opportunity to meet and know Rev. Dr. Moon when he visited Abuja, Nigeria. He was a real gem, and his legacy of peace, moral uprightness, and humanitarian service shall not be forgotten in time to come, as UPF has impacted positively in Nigeria with his objectives of unifying the world. Rev. Dr. Moon lived a life worthy of emulation by generations to come. Indeed, Nigeria and Africa will miss Rev. Moon, but we will take solace knowing that his steadfast devotion to Almighty God and selfless service to humanity will be remembered always. May God grant eternal rest to the spirit of the departed and comfort you all.
Dr. Bamanga Tukur, CON, COM
Executive President, African Business Roundtable & National Chairman, PDP, Nigeria
Gordon Darcy Lilo
I learned with great sorrow of the demise of Reverend Sun Myung Moon, the founder for the Family Federation for World Peace and the Unification Church. I join other world leaders in expressing my country’s profound condolences to the family of the late Reverend Moon and the followers of his church throughout the world. Reverend Moon’s death was a great loss to the Unification Church and the global efforts to promote peace and love throughout the world. He will be remembered as a man of peace and love, as they were the principles he stood for in his life. He always labored and prayed for love to become a fountain and river of peace saturating the drought-stricken land and flowing to the ends of the earth. The government and people of the Solomon Islands wish to offer our support and prayer during this very difficult time of the church and its followers and, in particular, the family of the late Reverend Moon.
Gordon Darcy Lilo, MP
Prime Minister, Solomon Islands
Gamini Lokuge
It is with deep sorrow that I offer this letter of condolence on the occasion of the unexpected demise of Dr. Sun Myung Moon. I wish to join with his wife and family in sharing in this moment of grief. As the founder of Universal Peace Federation, Dr. Sun Myung Moon has been playing a significant role in promoting peace building, good governance, family values and interfaith harmony and understanding in Sri Lanka as well as all around the world. Being in a special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council, UPF has embarked on various projects to help the activities of Children, Youth, and Women in Sri Lanka. He touched the lives of thousands of youth from throughout Sri Lanka giving them a vision of a world without religious misunderstandings and prejudice. His international sports activities built both physical strength and moral character which he saw as the best preparation for marriage and family. May his legacy shine on in the lives he touched.
Gamini Lokuge
Minister of Labour and Labour Relations, Sri Lanka
Mahinda Amaraweera
It is with deep sorrow that I’m extending this letter of condolence on the occasion of the unexpected demise of Dr. Sun Myung Moon. I wish to join his wife and family to share in this moment of grief. As the founder of the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), Dr. Sun Myung Moon has been playing a significant role in promoting peace building, good governance, family values, and interfaith harmony and understanding in Sri Lanka as well as all around the world. Being in special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council, UPF has embarked on various projected to help the children, youth, and women of Sri Lanka. He touched the lives of thousands of youth from throughout Sri Lanka giving them a vision of a world without religious misunderstandings and prejudice. His international sports activities built both physical strength and moral character, which he saw as the best preparation for marriage and family. May his legacy shine on in the lives he touched.
Mahinda Amaraweera
Minister of Disaster Management, Sri Lanka
A.P. Jagath Pushpakumara
It is with deep sorrow that I am extending this letter of condolence on the occasion of the unexpected demise of Dr. Sun Myung Moon. I wish to join his wife and family to share in this moment of grief. As the founder of Universal Peace Federation, Dr. Sun Myung Moon has been playing a significant role in promoting peace building, good governance, family values, and interfaith harmony and understanding in Sri Lanka as well as around the world. Being in a special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council, UPF has embarked on various projects to help the activities of children, youth, and women and Sri Lanka. He touched the lives of thousands of youth throughout Sri Lanka, giving them a vision of a world without religious misunderstanding and prejudice. His international sports activities build both physical strength and moral character which he saw as the best preparation for marriage and the family. May his legacy shine on, in the lives he touched.
A.P. Jagath Pushpakumara M.P.
Minister of Coconut Development and Janatha Estate Development, Sri Lanka
Mahinda Rajapaska
I am deeply moved upon learning of the demise of Dr. Sun Myung Moon, whose vision, understanding and generosity have been of immense benefit to Sri Lanka. As founder of the Universal Peace Foundation, Dr. Sun Myung Moon has done significant work to promote peace building, good governance, family values, and interfaith harmony and understanding in Sri Lanka, similar to such work in many other countries. Through its special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council, the UPF initiated many projects to help children, youth, and women of Sri Lanka.
Under his guidance the UPF sponsored religious, political, academic, and youth leaders of Sri Lanka to participate in international forums about building peace and interfaith harmony around the world. Similarly, he also helped the youth of Sri Lanka to participate in important sports activities in South Korea. During his long years of service to humanity, Dr. Sun Myung Moon touched the lives of thousands of youth and families throughout Sri Lanka, bringing to them the joyous vision of a world without religious misunderstandings and prejudice. His work in strengthening the institution of marriage and enriching family values will always be deeply appreciated. On this sad occasion I join his wife and family to share their grief at his loss, and extend to them my deepest condolences.
Mahinda Rajapaska
President, Sri Lanka
Leonid Kravchuk
Please accept my condolences on the fact that your husband passed away. I have known Dr. Moon as a tireless peacemaker whose daily life and efforts dedicated to the establishment of the eternal ideas of love, truth, and goodness inspire the best people in the world for great achievements. The greatness of his spirit, strong philosophical legacy, and example of sacrifice for the common good certainly will find a worthy recognition by humanity. Let me personally and on behalf of the Ukrainian Peace Council, which I chair, express deep condolences and support to you and all your large family.
Leonid Kravchuk
First President of Ukraine, Chairman of Ukrainian Peace Council
General Charan Kullavanijaya
On behalf of the Assembly of Buddhist Organizations of Thailand, may I respectfully extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family upon the passing away of Rev. Sun Myung Moon. It was a privilege to have known him as the great founder of the Universal Peace Federation. The loss of him as a decent person must have filled the communities of the world with the deep sorrow of bereavement and a sense of great loss. He was an extraordinary and exceptional man. He will be missed by all of us and the world. But he will not be forgotten. With deepest sympathy to you and your family.
General Charan Kullavanijaya
President, the Assembly of Buddhist Organizations of Thailand