rev. sun myung moon memorial service
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A memorial service for Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, 1920-2012, at the Cheongshim Peace Stadium in Korea, September 15, 2012TRANSCRIPT
More than 15,000 filled a stadium, with thousands more watching outside through closed-circuit TV, for the Sept. 15 memorial service.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
The banner-lined steps in front of the peace center started to fill with crowds who started arriving as early as 6 am for the 10 am service.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
The procession reaches the Cheongshim World Peace Center, opened just recently near Gapyeong, east of Seoul, Korea.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Three of Dr. Moon’s sons, Kwon Jin (holding the photo), Kook Jin, and Hyung Jin, lead the casket, carried by an honor guard.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Mrs. Hak Ja Han Moon is supported by her daughters as she follows her husband’s casket onto the flower-decked altar.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Dr. Bo Hi Pak, an early disciple and one of the first missionaries to the United States, offers a moving prayer.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
UPF delegates from left: Jose de Venecia, Jr., Dr. Thomas Walsh, Lord Tarsem King, and President Alfred Moisiu
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Dong-Suk Kang, Chairman of Expo 2012 in Yeosu, testifies to Dr. Moon’s great love of the ocean and his love for his native country of Korea.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
UPF delegates listen to a video presentation about the life and legacy of Father Moon.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Lord Tarsem King of West Bromwich, a Sikh member of the House of Lords in the UK, offers encouragement and support.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Kook Jin Moon thanks Lord Tarsem King for his heartfelt message of support and condolence.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
UPF Secretary General Taj Hamad and his wife Josephine amidst the UPF delegation at the ceremony.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Former Albanian President Alfred Moisiu recollects his first meeting with Father Moon during the 2005 UPF Peace Tour.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
Mother Moon wipes away a tear as she listens to the eulogies for her late husband.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
UPF delegates (from left) Sam Zakhem, Hamilton Green, Graciela Pacheco, Stanislav Shushkevich, and Rahim Huseynov
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
A commemorative song from the 340-voice Japanese and Korean choir. Uniting the former enemies was a life goal of Dr. Moon’s.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon
The Peace Palace, high in the mountains. Dr. Moon’s grave is located in a walled garden area to the left.
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Sun Myung Moon