The 14th Dalai Lama
Spiritual Leader
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people and a global advocate for compassion, ethics, and peace. Born in 1935, he was recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama at age two. The title "Dalai Lama," meaning "Ocean of Wisdom," reflects his role as a central figure in Tibetan Buddhism and a manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for his nonviolent efforts for Tibet's liberation and global peace, his teachings emphasize human values, ethics, and religious harmony. He continues to be a leading voice for nonviolence, compassion, interfaith dialogue, human rights, and environmental conservation worldwide.
Ideas from The 14th Dalai Lama on Insights
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