Exactly 86 years before, His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibet was born on 6th July to a humble family in the eastern part of Tibet ( Taktser, Amdo). One of the survived seven siblings, he was referred to as Lhamo Thondup. Unlike other kids, Lhamo Dhondup displayed natural calmness and composure which was rare in a child of his age.
“Every day, think as you wake up, today I am fortunate to be alive, I have a precious human life, I am not going to waste it. I am going to use all my energies to develop myself, to expand my heart out to others; to achieve enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. I am going to have kind thoughts towards others, I am not going to get angry or think badly about others. I am going to benefit others as much as I can.”
Dalai Lama
Following numerous omens, signs, and precise direction of the state oracles, the little boy of two was regarded as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai lama. He assumed temporal power at the age of 5 and assumed the whole political duties when he was only 15 years of age. From then on, his timeless sacrifice for the welfare of the general Tibetan has been ceaseless with his concern and care even at this age of 86 years.
By being totally away from the material wealth and desires, His holiness leads a very simple life thereby leading all the peoples irrespective of their caste, creed, color, religion to a beautiful world of peace and compassion. Known everywhere around the globe as the messenger of God with numerous highly recognized awards and recognition’s in his favor, His holiness is seen as the torchbearer of peace and nonviolence.
As time goes on, we celebrate another birthday of His holiness whose arrival in this world has been such a divine intervention for many peoples especially the Tibetans who are highly indebted for his tireless efforts in keeping the Tibetan identity alive still. But with every birthday, sadness looms over the idea of human mortality and the preciousness of His holiness in our day-to-day life. With such vast ventures to be done in our pursuit of peace and compassion for mankind, your Holiness everlasting presence will be the ultimate gift in the life of innocent people like us.
“HAPPY BIRTHDAY YOUR HOLINESS”