How a Persecuted Religious Group Grew into a Global Movement
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The Shen Yun Performing Arts shows are an integral representation of the Falun Gong spiritual movement, which also symbolizes the ongoing repression faced by its followers in China.
Falun Gong, introduced by Li Hongzhi in the 1990s, has become a global movement despite facing severe persecution in China, claiming millions of followers worldwide.
The posters advertising Shen Yun promise audiences a 'glimpse of China before Communism,' underlining the movement's mission to disseminate its spiritual beliefs in the face of oppression.
Tracing its origins to India, Falun Gong combines elements of traditional Chinese culture with modern practices, claiming various health benefits through its meditative exercises.
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