(Minghui.org) World Falun Dafa Day is May 13, and practitioners in Frankfurt celebrated World Falun Dafa Day on May 16. Three Hessian State Parliament Members sent congratulatory letters to wish them a successful event.
Practitioners held a Falun Dafa Day celebration on May 16, 2026. (Minghui.org)
During a rally at the Rossmarkt plaza in the city center, a host read congratulatory letters from three state legislators. Practitioners did the exercises and performed the waist drums and dragon dance. The host also explained that, although Falun Dafa is well-received in over 100 countries, the practice has faced harsh suppression by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Impressed by the performances, many passersby stopped to learn about Falun Dafa. Some signed petitions urged an end to the persecution. Chinese tourists or students talked with practitioners and asked questions. When a group of Chinese tourists walked by, one young woman called out excitedly, “Falun Dafa! Let’s take some pictures.”
Practitioners demonstrate the exercises (Minghui.org)
State Legislators Praise Practitioners’ Perseverance
Heiko Kasseckert, Member of Parliament for the CDU in Hesse.
Heiko Kasseckert, a member of the CDU (Christian Democratic Union) in Hesse, stated in his letter: World Falun Dafa Day is a special moment that emphasizes the values essential for a peaceful and mutually respectful community. Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance transcend cultural, social, and national boundaries. They connect everyone and point a path forward in today’s fast-paced world with uncertainties.
Oliver Stirböck, a member of the Liberal Democratic Party (FDP) in Hesse.
Oliver Stirböck is a member of the Liberal Democratic Party (FDP) in Hesse and the FDP’s parliamentary party chairman. He said practitioners’ efforts are all the more important because of the CCP’s brutal persecution. “You are reminding the world that human rights are non-negotiable. Where others choose to turn a blind eye, you are raising public awareness,” he wrote. “You are speaking out for those silenced in China, peacefully demonstrating that the power of courage, resilience, and faith is far stronger than intimidation.”
Martina Feldmayer, Deputy Chair of the Hesse State Parliament and a member of the Green Party. (Bündnis 90/Die Grünen)
Martina Feldmayer is the Deputy Chair of the Hesse State Parliament and a member of the Green Party (Bündnis 90/Die Grünen). In her letter, she stated that she highly appreciated Falun Dafa practitioners’ persistent and peaceful efforts to uphold human rights, freedom of belief, and human dignity. “I believe it is crucial to raise public awareness of existing human rights violations and enhance our society’s understanding of fundamental freedoms through non-violent means,” she wrote.
A host read congratulatory letters from state legislators.
Practitioners performed the dragon dance.
Waist drum performance.
People chat with practitioners.
Passersby signed petitions that called to stop the CCP’s brutalities.
Kindergarten Teacher: Peace and Warmth
Monika
Kindergarten teacher Monika stopped to watch practitioners’ activities when she passed by Rossmark Plaza. “This is fascinating, especially the vibrant colors,” she said. She said watching practitioners do the exercises made her feel warm and peaceful, “It was so moving and indescribable.”
When she learned the event was held to celebrate World Falun Dafa Day and that the practice’s guiding principles are Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance, Monika said these teachings are very important regardless of people’s religious beliefs or race. “I will try to practice these principles too,” she explained.
She was shocked that the CCP has been persecuting Falun Dafa practitioners for 27 years, “This is terrible. These are things that cannot be abolished by anyone,” she explained.
After she heard how the CCP harvests organs from practitioners while they are still alive, Monika immediately signed a petition to stop the crime. “The organ harvesting is truly horrific. What words can I use to describe it? It’s absolutely terrible!”
Monika was impressed by the practitioners’ event. “It’s so beautiful. It really captivated me. I love it,” she said.
Before she left, Monika again praised the World Falun Dafa Day celebration and reminded practitioners to keep up their efforts. “I feel that everything here is very good. These are my heartfelt words,” she added.
Taiwanese Tourist: Positive Impact
Mr. Chen, an antique dealer from Taiwan, and his friend were passing through Rossmarkt Plaza when they happened to meet a Falun Dafa practitioner friend, and they chatted for a long time. Mr. Chen is a Buddhist who has traveled to many parts of the world and lived in mainland China for a long time, where he also knew some Falun Dafa practitioners.
“I have some Chinese friends who have been practicing for a long time, and their health is indeed very good. Especially in Beijing, there are still people practicing it,” Mr. Chen explained. “When we went to climb the Great Wall, we were all out of breath, but Falun Dafa practitioners seemed to reach the top in just two or three steps.”
He said he noticed that when Falun Dafa activities take place in countries around the world, no scraps of paper are left behind. “This is very impressive,” Mr. Chen remarked. “Especially in Australia, where the square is so big with thousands of practitioners. But they left the place clean after their activity.”
Mr. Chen and his friends signed petitions to stop the CCP’s organ harvesting. “I know that those things are real, and they violate human nature and humanity. We are just ordinary people and can’t make a big difference,” he explained. “If we can offer even a little bit of support and if many people agree to do so, maybe Heaven will hear us, and things will gradually change.”
Mr. Chen said he felt very grateful to live in a free and democratic society. He believes Falun Dafa will improve the health of many more people and bring a more peaceful society.
Important Values
Tristan Grauch (Minghui.org)
German tourist Tristan Grauch said he liked the event very much. He praised the dragon dance, waist drum performance, and exercise demonstration, “Everything was well coordinated, and the event is very peaceful. I like it a lot,” he said.
This is the first time Grauch heard about Falun Dafa, and he agreed with the principles of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance. “These universal values are very important. I need to learn more about them,” he said.
Shocked by the harsh persecution that occurred to Falun Dafa practitioners in China, Grauch said, “Unfortunately, we often see this kind of thing happening in China, and it shouldn’t be like this. What is going on is horrifying.” He also signed a petition to support practitioners.
He congratulated practitioners on World Falun Dafa Day and said he hopes practitioners in China regain their freedom soon. “I hope the terrible situation there ends, and that humanity can once again live in peace and harmony with one another,” he said.
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