Dalai Lama Expresses Profound Gratitude to India on 90th Birthday

Celebrating his 90th birthday, His Holiness the Dalai Lama conveyed heartfelt thanks to the people and government of India for their unwavering hospitality and support since his arrival in 1959. This poignant expression of gratitude subtly acknowledges the complex political landscape surrounding Tibet and China’s claim over the region.

India: A Sanctuary for Tibetan Culture and Buddhism

The Dalai Lama highlighted India’s significance as the birthplace of Buddha and its crucial role in preserving Tibetan culture, traditions, and Buddhist teachings. He emphasized how India has provided a sanctuary for Tibetan refugees, enabling them to maintain their identity and heritage while in exile.

Reaffirming Spiritual Integrity and Reincarnation

A declaration issued at the birthday conference lauded the Dalai Lama’s unwavering commitment to his spiritual integrity and his clear stance on the process of his own reincarnation, further solidifying his authority on this crucial aspect of Tibetan Buddhism.