(Minghui.org) Supporters of Falun Dafa from 31 out of 33 provinces and autonomous regions in China have extended warm greetings to the founder of the practice, Mr. Li Hongzhi, wishing him a happy birthday, as the special day of May 13 approaches.

Staff members from a law office in Shandong Province wrote: “Esteemed Teacher Li, we thank you for your compassionate salvation. You awakened us, rekindled the kindness deep in our hearts, and provided us with guidance on how to live a meaningful life. Those who know the truth about Falun Dafa won't do things against their own conscience. We are grateful for your grace!”

Many supporters also expressed appreciation of practitioners' kindness as well as their perseverance in the face of 16 years of persecution.

“I do not practice Falun Dafa myself. But through my grandmother and aunt – who are Falun Dafa practitioners – I know Dafa is very precious. It is helping us regain the traditional values that have been lost for decades. It is helping us understand the true meaning of life,” said a practitioner's family member from Huangmei, Hubei Province.

“I feel fortunate and honored to be a Dafa practitioner's family member. Teacher Li's Buddha grace nourished many noble souls. Putting their own safety aside, they are awakening the Chinese people's conscience and saving those poisoned by the Communist Party's lies. We believe justice will ultimately prevail!” stated a practitioner's family member from Tai'an City, Shandong Province.

In a greeting sent by a group of retired military officials, they wrote: “Your disciples' kindness inspired us! Their selfless actions and consideration of others touched our hearts!”

Other supporters who sent greetings include a Naval Research Institute staff member, a home decoration company manager, and judicial system workers.