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About Reverend Sun Myung Moon.
THE LIFE AND WORKS OF REVEREND SUN MYUNG MOON
The life work of the Reverend Sun Myung Moon, now in his 90th year, spans a time of dramatic global transformation from the two World Wars, the Cold War and the dawn of a new millennium. Media and historians record the major political, economic and social developments, disasters and crises, but there are other significant developments that are not given serious consideration by contemporaries. This is especially true of visionaries and founders of religious movements. The life and work of Rev. Sun Myung Moon is one such development that is not widely known. In the pages of this website, you will see evidence of the life of a true visionary, learn about his work to create a world of peace and learn about the profound appreciation for his work and vision by a global network of friends, allies and supporters of every religion, race, culture and profession.
Growing up in impoverished, war-ravaged Korea at the beginning of the 20th century, Reverend Moon began his young life desperately questioning why there was so much human suffering. Through a profound relationship with God, he determined to dedicate his life to ending human suffering and creating the ideal world that God originally planned. His life course includes imprisonment in four countries--North Korea, South Korea, Japan and the United States--enduring torture on three occasions and the worldwide persecution and misunderstanding often accorded a new religious movement. Today he is the leader of a worldwide movement with activities in 190 nations, the founder of organizations and institutions in nearly every area of human endeavor and the leader of a major interreligious peace movement.
A NEW TIME IS COMING
According to Reverend Moon, this present materialistic age will soon yield to a new age of spirituality, one based on the universal principle of unselfish service to others and a culture of God-centered families where people of all nations, cultures, races and religions will rejoice together. In the following sections, learn about Reverend Moon's life and work of eight decades to bring about this new era.
Find out about the life and lifestyle of the man behind these extraordinary accomplishments. Read testimonies about Reverend Moon and his works from distinguished religious leaders, heads of state and scholars.
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Three Generations Work for Peace: Reverend Moon is joined in his work for world peace by three generations of his exceptional family. Read about Mrs. Hak Jan Han, Reverend Moon’s extraordinary wife of 47 years, and the accomplishments and dedication of his children and grandchildren to the cause of world peace. (More about Rev. Moon's Family)
The Teachings That are Revolutionizing the World:
Reverend Moon is a great and prolific teacher--his sermons and spiritual guidance are published in 400 volumes. For the followers of the Family Federation for World Peace, his religious teachings provide the most clear and profound answers to their deepest questions about life. In this section, read a sample sermon, watch webstreamed presentations of Reverend Moon's teachings and read commentary about the Divine Principle from distinguished religious scholars and leaders. (More about Rev. Moon's Teaching)
No other religious leader has founded as many organizations, institutions and projects for world peace and the betterment of society.
Both idealistic and practical, Reverend Moon's works encompass all fields of human endeavor including the religious, cultural, educational, scientific and economic. Learn about these works and read commentaries about their effectiveness.
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