Whole Compassion – The Bodhisattva of Compassion
On Sunday, July 06, 2025, I declare that I am a Refugee and I need a Refuge for I do not have either “willpower,” or “Free Will.” I join the Tibetan community in the celebration of the 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. May God Bless Him with a Long Life.
90th Birthday MessageJuly 5, 2025
On the occasion of my 90th birthday, I understand that well-wishers and friends in many places, including Tibetan communities, are gathering for celebrations. I particularly appreciate the fact that many of you are using the occasion to engage in initiatives that highlight the importance of compassion, warm-heartedness, and altruism.
I am just a simple Buddhist monk; I don’t normally engage in birthday celebrations. However, since you are organizing events focused on my birthday I wish to share some thoughts.
While it is important to work for material development, it is vital to focus on achieving peace of mind through cultivating a good heart and by being compassionate, not just toward near and dear ones, but toward everyone. Through this, you will contribute to making the world a better place.
As for myself, I will continue to focus on my commitments of promoting human values, religious harmony, drawing attention to the ancient Indian wisdom which explains the workings of mind and emotions, and Tibetan culture and heritage, which has so much potential to contribute to the world through its emphasis on peace of mind and compassion.
I develop determination and courage in my daily life through the teachings of the Buddha and Indian masters such as Shantideva, whose following aspiration I strive to uphold.
As long as space endures,
As long as sentient being remain,
Until then, may I too remain
To dispel the miseries of the world.
Thank you for using the opportunity of my birthday to cultivate peace of mind and compassion.
Tashi Deleg and with prayers,
Dalai Lama
5 July 2025
I am a Refugee, and Who is my Refuge? Musings on the 84th Birthday of the Dalai Lama
On Saturday, July 06, 2019, I declare that I am a Refugee and I need a Refuge for I do not have either “willpower,” or “Free Will.” I join the Tibetan community in the celebration of the 84th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. May God Bless Him with a Long Life.
Rudra Narasimham Rebbapragada
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Dalai Lama 84th birthday | 10 Inspirational quotes from Tibetan spiritual leader Tenzin Gyatso
If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.
Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.
New Delhi: The 84th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama is being celebrated today in the main Tibetan temple Tsuglagkhang in Mcleodganj, Dharamshala.
10 Inspirational quotes from Tenzin Gyatso
#Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
#Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.
Happiness is not something readymade. It comes from your own actions.
#My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.
#If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.
#Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.
#Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.
#Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.
#The purpose of our lives is to be happy.
#We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.
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