International Bhikkhuni Day, 2014 (Part 7)

Honouring Eminent Asian Buddhist Women in the Modern Era
B. Pioneers in Dhamma Propagation - Scholars and Teachers

 4.   Philippines – Ven Sui Miao (1922-1998). She was born in Philippines to non-Filipino parents who were from Fujian, China. She spread the Dhamma in Philippines, Taiwan, California and in Hawaii where she settled down. Her temple attracted many people of other faiths even though she spoke hardly any English or Japanese. Among the venerables she had ordained were Ven Jing Ping and Ven Jing Ru (Malaysian) who had continued her linage and work.                  

(Note: Dr Christie Chang of Taiwan and President of Sakyadhita International was introduced to Buddhism by Ven Sui Miao).