It is with profound sorrow and deep regret that we have learned of the passing of Most Reverend Dr. Thích Giác Đứ c, a highly respected leader of Vietnamese Buddhism, on 3rd November B.E. 2568 (2025), with deep regret and sorrow. Most Reverend Dr. Thích Giác Đứ c was a distinguished scholar and devote4d monk whose contributions to the propagation of Buddhism extended across continents. He completed his education in the United States of America during B.E. 2503 (1960). Prior to B.E. 2518 (1975), he taught at several universities in Vietnam, and upon his relocation to the United States, he continued his academic and spiritual mission by nurturing and guiding new generations of Buddhist monks, nuns, and lay practitioners. Through his wisdom, compassion, and unwavering dedication, Most Reverend Dr. Thích Giác Đứ c became a revered teacher and guiding light to many. Among these is, Most Venerable Dr. Bodhi Bhikkhu, who regards him as his spiritual teacher. In his later years he served as Chairman of the Advisory Council of the Overseas Vietnamese Unified Buddhist Sangha, offering invaluable leadership and counsel to the global Vietnamese Buddhist community. His passing is a profound loss not only to his disciples and followers but also to the wider Buddhist world. His lifelong dedication to the Dhamma, his exemplary service to humanity, and his steadfast commitment to peace and understanding will be remembered with the highest respect and admiration. On behalf of the World Fellowship of Buddhists, together with its suborganizations – the World Fellowship of Buddhist Youth, and the World Buddhist University – I wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to all the disciples, followers, and friends of Most Reverend Dr. Thích Giác Đức.
