SHIFU


Shifu Simplicity is the abbess of Miao Fa Centre. Shifu (pronounced: shiffu) is the Chinese address for all monks and nuns. It means Dharma teacher. In the Centre we just call her Shifu

ABOUT SHIFU SIMPLICITY
  • Student of Medicine and Sinology in Göttingen
  • Two years working as a surgeon

 

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SHIFUS WAY TO BUDDHISM: OR- WHY WOULD A GERMAN DOCTOR BECOME A BUDDHIST NUN?

    “Relieving suffering”

During her time as a medical student and a doctor Shifu Simplicity saw a lot of suffering. “My job gave me a great deal of pleasure, relieving suffering was my goal.” …

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