Mr. Wong Yam Moon

 

Date of Birth: 1899

Date of Passing: December 17, 1988

Place of Origin: Guangxi, China

Education: Graduated with a Master's degree in Arts from the University of Paris, France.

Career Highlights: 

  • Served as a university and high school teacher, principal, and chief editor of a newspaper. In 1970, he played a key role in establishing the Malaysia Buddhist Institute.

Positions: 

  1. First Dean of Studies at the Malaysia Buddhist Institute (03/03/1970—June 1976) 
  2. Buddhist Studies Teacher (03/03/1970—1984)
  3. First Vice Principal of the Malaysia Buddhist Institute (1979—1982)
  4. Advisor at the Malaysia Buddhist Institute (1982) 

  5. Mr. Wong Yam Moon was known for his dedication to Buddhist education and his significant contributions to the establishment and development of the Malaysia Buddhist Institute. 

Publications:

  • "The True Meaning of Humanistic Buddhism"
  • "A Comprehensive Discussion on the Meaning of the Three Jewels"
  • "Healthy Vegetarian Movement"
  • "Exploration and Promotion of Humanistic Buddhism"
  • "A Brief Discussion on Taking Refuge in Buddhism"

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