I meet Phra Hans in July 2002 and we spend a very pleasant day together
talking about the drug addict treatment at the monastery, the history of
Thamkrabok, Buddhism and the thinking behind, besides the world situation
and other important issues that is a great part of our lives. Phra Hans also
had a good sense of humour. I can see his smiling face. I'll always remember
that special day and keep the memory of this warm and caring teacher in my
hart.

R.I.P.

Steffen Ipland
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I remember when he came to teach us meditation in the temple. I had
been interested in Buddhism since my teens and approached his
meditation lesson with a bit of arrogance. What could he teach me
about Buddhism? I was way too advanced for beginners meditation. His
lesson though proved me a fool. He put things in a way that was new
and so helpful. He knew his stuff because he practised what he
preached.

I went to the temple last week to mark my third sober year. I heard
that he was very sick, but didn't think that he was so near the end. I
had my wife and son with me and felt in a rush. I didn't go to his
room and say good-bye and more importantly say thank-you. I feel sorry
about this.

I would like to think that Phra Hans will receive some reward for all
his good work after death. I know that he will remain alive in my
recovery, and I'm sure many other people's as well.

On Jul 3, 2:52 pm, "Steffen Ipland" <forw...@kofoedsskole.dk> wrote: