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Venerable You Tan (1908-1993) was born in Anhui province of China, and he was greatly inspired by Buddha and His teachings in his early days. In 1929, at the age of 21, he was ordained in Qing Yun Monastery at Ermei's peak. In 1932, he took the precept vows in Yong Quan Monastery at Mt. Shigu under preceptor, Venerable Xu Yun. Thereafter, Venerable You Tan studied in Wuchang Buddhist Institution and Buddhist libraries; he was diligent in practicing the Dharma and aspired to salvage all sentient beings.

With great devotion, Venerable You Tan also took on several important dharma duties in Hong Kong. In 1947, he proceeded to Singapore and undertook the abbotship of Beeh Low See Buddhist Temple; in 1990, he became the 22nd Chairperson of Singapore Buddhist Federation.

Venerable You Tan departed on 30th July 1993 at the age of 86. He was well-respected especially for his tirelessly practice of the bodhi way of enlightenment and diligent observation of Bodhisattva disciplines. He was indeed a role model to all sentient beings and was significantly praised by Venerable Beow Teng for his virtuous, immense meritorious deeds, and noble dedication in the path of Bodhi way.

By courtesy and permission from Beeh Low See Buddhist Temple