With the combined contributions from all of you, we were able to distribute 7396 kilograms of meat (from 64 cows and 6 lambs) among 4088 impoverished families Lama, Bandarban during this year’s Eid ul Ajha.
It is hard to imagine, being here in the town, how much this humble effort means to the local people. Most of the families in the areas surrounding the Quantum Meditation Resort get to have meat only once a year, so they wait eagerly for this day. We hand out tokens to ensure discipline in the meat distribution process. One family’s token had been accidentally torn into 3 or 4 pieces, but they had carefully sewn the pieces together so that the token could be presented and the meat would not be missed.
This year, the Chairman of the Soroi Union, Mr. Mohammad Ali joined in the celebrations, so did the son and representative of the local Bo Mong king, Honorable Chohla Pru Jimmy. The chairman pledged to have his own sacrifice in the Lama Meditation Resort next year. Honorable Chohla Pru Jimmy expressed his pleasure and surprise in the way a Muslim religious festival has become an occasion of joy for Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists, and Christians alike.
The pro Quantiers (Quantum volunteers) in charge of the processing, packaging and distribution process worked together like a well-oiled machine to complete everything in surprisingly short time. The sacrificing started at 8:14, and the processing and packaging was complete by 1:45. The distribution amongst the token holders was over in just 17 minutes after in started at 1:52.
This shows once again that with unity, good intentions and an effective system, one can make the seemingly impossible, possible. For many Quantiers, the experience was an invaluable lesson in effective service, and one of the most meaningful Eids of their lives.
Deciding to have our sacrifices in Lama does not cost us any extra money, but makes a real difference in the lives of many. We hope next year more of us will participate in this rewarding program.
