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Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - His Holiness the Dalai Lama has written to Sanae Takaichi to congratulate her on her election as Prime Minister of Japan. “No doubt your several decades of public service will serve you well in leading Japan at this crucial point in your country’s history when the world is facing great challenges,” he wrote. “Having experienced immense suffering as a result of being attacked with nuclear weapons, Japan has steadfastly taken the lead in its ef...| The 14th Dalai Lama
Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - The thirty-ninth Mind & Life Dialogue took place in Dharamsala this week. More than 120 scientists, scholars, contemplative practitioners, business leaders, policy makers and others gathered in the Dalai Lama Library and Archive building below His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s residence, to explore the nature of mind and the promise and challenge of artificial intelligence. They were joined by guests from Tibetan educational and cultural institutions. ...| The 14th Dalai Lama
Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - His Holiness the Dalai Lama has written today to Maria Corina Machado to congratulate her on being awarded this year’s Nobel Peace Prize for her resolute efforts to promote democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and her determination to achieve a peaceful, equitable society. “In devoting yourself to democratic development,” he wrote, “you have shown steadfast courage in the service of others. “By your own example you have reminded us...| The 14th Dalai Lama
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Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - In a letter written on 4th October His Holiness the Dalai Lama has offered his heartfelt congratulations to Dame Sarah Mullally, presently Bishop of London, on her being named the next Archbishop of Canterbury “Today, the world is facing many difficulties,” he wrote. “It is a time when basic human values are being challenged. I believe that as religious leaders we have a special responsibility to bring them to public attention again. All religi...| The 14th Dalai Lama
Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - The Dhauladhar mountains stood stark against the clear blue sky this morning as His Holiness the Dalai Lama drove to the lower door of the lift at the Tsuglagkhang, the Main Tibetan Temple. He took time to survey the faces of people in the crowd estimated to number 5800 including 1300 from Taiwan. Many of them smiled back, while others were moist eyed, as he smiled and waved to them. As soon as His Holiness had taken his seat, two Taiwanese monks led...| The 14th Dalai Lama
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Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - His Holiness the Dalai Lama has written today to Prime Minister Modi to offer heartfelt greetings on his birthday and to wish him continued good health. “As India’s longest staying guest”, he wrote, “I have witnessed firsthand the far-reaching development and prosperity that have taken place over the years. I congratulate you on the growing confidence and strength that has occurred in recent times. India's success also contributes to global d...| The 14th Dalai Lama
Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - His Holiness the Dalai Lama has today written to Sushila Karki to congratulate her on being appointed Prime Minister of Nepal. “As you know, the Nepalese and Tibetan peoples have historically enjoyed a close relationship,” he wrote. “I am very grateful to the government and the people of Nepal for providing facilities for the rehabilitation of Tibetan refugees following their forced escape from Tibet after 1959. Indeed, although the Tibetan com...| The 14th Dalai Lama
Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP - Following the election of C.P. Radhakrishnan as Vice-President of India, His Holiness the Dalai Lama has written to him to offer his congratulations. “Along with many fellow Tibetan refugees, I have enjoyed warm hospitality in India since my forced escape from Tibet in 1959", His Holiness continued. “For this we are most grateful. As the longest staying guest of the Government of India, I have had the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life du...| The 14th Dalai Lama
Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP - Today, prayers for His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s long life were offered to him at the Tsuglagkhang, the Main Tibetan Temple in Dharamsala, by the Lhokha Cultural & Welfare Association, Namgyal Institute, Ithaca, and Young Tibetans from Across the World. An estimated 4000 people gathered in the temple and courtyard. For young Tibetans taking part in the ceremony to offer prayers for His Holiness’s long life the event preceded a Tibetan Youth Festival tha...| The 14th Dalai Lama
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Leh, Ladakh, India - His Holiness the Dalai Lama was today invited to a lunch in his honour at Abi-Spang Spituk by the Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) and the Ladakh Gonpa Association (LGA). Despite the persistent and untimely rain His Holiness reached the venue where he was welcomed by Ven Dorjay Stanzin, President of the LGA. He paid homage to His Holiness and thanked him for his kindness to the people of Ladakh over many years. He welcomed Thiksé Rinpoché and all the other guests. Wome...| The 14th Dalai Lama
Shewatsel, Leh, Ladakh, India - Celebrations of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s current visit to Ladakh were held this morning at Sindhu Ghat, the site dedicated to the River Indus. In his welcoming address Tsering Angchok, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) paid homage to Avalokiteshvara, Champion of Peace in the world in the person of His Holiness, to Ganden Tri Rinpoché and to the Lamas, monks and other guests. On behalf of all the people o...| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama
The Official Website of The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama| The 14th Dalai Lama