Question 1

Is Falun Dafa a religion?

Accepted Answer

Falun Dafa differs greatly from religions in the conventional sense in that it does not involve worship, rituals, or the collection of money. People are free to come and go and everyone is welcome regardless of background. Falun Dafa is are part of a broader tradition of “cultivation practice.”

Question 2

Who practices Falun Dafa?

Accepted Answer

Falun Dafa is open to everyone. Although it originated in China, it is practiced by people around the world. Today, millions of people from different ethnic, cultural, and racial backgrounds and from all walks of life practice Falun Dafa. It is taught by volunteers in over 130 countries.

Question 3

What are Falun Dafa’s teachings and beliefs?

Accepted Answer

At the core of Falun Dafa are the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance (or in Chinese, Zhen 真, Shan 善, and Ren 忍). Falun Dafa teaches that these are the most fundamental qualities of the universe. Practitioners strive to adopt these qualities in their daily lives.

Question 4

What’s the difference between Falun Gong and Falun Dafa?

Accepted Answer

“Falun Dafa” and “Falun Gong” refer to the same practice. “Falun Dafa” is the formal name, whereas “Falun Gong” is a more colloquial term made popular in China.

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