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This fall and into 2026, WISDOM OF HAPPINESS will screen at theaters across North America and Canada. For those interested, here is the link below to see if it’s screening near you :

www.wisdomofhappinessfilm.com#screen

#DalaiLama
#Happiness
#Humanity
#NewMovie
October 26, 2025 at 4:40 AM
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Guru Rinpoche (Guru Padmasambhava) Mantra

May this mantra remove the outer, inner, and secret obstacles and grant your blessings to accomplish wishes spontaneously.

Om Ah Hung Benza Guru Pema Siddhi Hung ✨
September 2, 2025 at 5:27 AM
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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
July 5, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Statement Affirming the Continuation of the Institution of Dalai Lama 🙏🙏🙏

"I hereby reiterate that the Gaden Phodrang Trust has sole authority to recognize the future reincarnation; No one else has any such authority to interfere in this matter. " - H.H. the Dalai Lama

#DalaiLama
On 24 Sept 2011,at meeting of heads of Tibetan spiritual traditions, I made statement to fellow Tibetans in & outside Tibet, followers of Tibetan Buddhism & those who have a connection with Tibet &Tibetans, regarding whether institution of the Dalai Lama should continue I stated,“As far back as 1969, I made clear that concerned people should decide whether the Dalai Lama’s reincarnations should continue in future.”…. Although I’ve had no public discussions on this issue,over last 14 yrs leaders of Tibet’s spiritual traditions,members of Tibetan Parliament in Exile, participants in Special General Body Meeting,members of Central Tibetan Administration,NGOs, Buddhists from Himalayan region,Mongolia,Buddhist republics of the Russian Federation & Buddhists in Asia including mainland China,have written to me with reasons,earnestly requesting that institution of the Dalai Lama continue. In particular, I've received messages through various channels from Tibetans in Tibet making same appeal.In accordance with all these requests,I'm affirming that institution of the Dalai Lama will continue.The process by which future Dalai Lama is to be recognized has been clearly established in 24 Sept 2011 statement which states that responsibility for doing so will rest exclusively with members of Gaden Phodrang Trust, the Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. They should consult various heads of Tibetan Buddhist traditions & reliable oath-bound Dharma Protectors who're linked inseparably to lineage of the Dalai Lamas.They should accordingly carry out the procedures of search & recognition in accordance with past tradition.I hereby reiterate that the Gaden Phodrang Trust has sole authority to recognize the future reincarnation; no one else has any such authority to interfere in this matter.
July 3, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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When we offer light, the results are the realization of Clear Light wisdom phenomena in this life; the clarification of dualistic mind and the dispersal of confusion and realization of Clear Light in the bardo; and the increase of wisdom in each lifetime until one has reached enlightenment.
June 12, 2025 at 4:14 AM
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"Always develop the mind of loving-kindness, And you will not experience fear."
June 3, 2025 at 5:31 AM
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Sagadawa, the holiest month in the Tibetan calendar, when Buddhists commemorate and honor the life of the Shakyamuni Buddha. Bhumgyur Dawa is another name for Saga Dawa, meaning “the 100,000 multiplying month” in Tibetan. It is believed that the karmic effects of positive and negative deeds are multiplied significantly this month. The 15th day of the lunar month, the full moon day is called Saga Dawa Düchen.
May 28, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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#voiceforthevoiceless #newbook #tibetan #lessons #wisdom #mindfulness #peace #compassion #kindness #forgiveness #dalailama #karuna #happiness #tranquility #calm #booksky
May 26, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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Importance of Reviving Timeless Ancient Indian Wisdom of ✨Nonviolence and Compassion for Modern Times

#CompassionRising compassionrising.com #Karuna #Peace
#Compassion #Nonviolence #DalaiLama #Ahimsa #Nalanda
May 19, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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The great ācārya &bodhisattva Śāntideva said, in his text Bodhisattvacaryāvatāra,that if we TAME THE MIND, then we'll be FREE FROM ALL FEAR & will POSSESS ALL VIRTUES.

-The 42nd Sakya Trizin(A highly qualified lineage master of both esoteric & exoteric teachings of Sakya school)

#Buddhism
#Gibli
The origins of the Sakya tradition are closely connected with the ancestral lineage of the Khön family: a family which itself originated from celestial beings. Beginning with Khön Konchok Gyalpo (1034-1102) in Tibet, the founder of the Sakya tradition, the lineage continues to be unbroken to this day. Gilbli image of Sakya Trizin, Dagmo Kalden Sakya, and Dungsey Akasha Vajra Rinpoche. His Holiness the 42nd Kyabgon Gongma Trizin, Ratna Vajra Rinpoche, is the eldest son of His Holiness Sakya Trichen (the 41st Sakya Trizin). He is considered one of the most highly qualified lineage masters of Tibetan Buddhism. Renowned for his erudition and the clarity of his teachings, His Holiness the 42nd Sakya Trizin the prestigious Khön family, whose successive generations have provided an unbroken lineage of outstanding masters.
May 14, 2025 at 3:55 AM
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Happy Vesak Day! Buddha Purnima commemorates Buddha Shakyamuni’s birth, enlightenment, & Parinirvana. A precious opportunity for followers of Buddhist teachings to cultivate virtue, relinquish negativity, tame the mind with profound altruistic motivation, recalling Lord Buddha’s life✨
May 12, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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To all the incredible mothers out there, Happy Mother's Day! You are the fierce protectors, the gentle nurturers, the unwavering light guiding us through every storm. Your unconditional love, strength, and quiet sacrifices light up our world. May you feel cherished, not just today, but every day. ❤️
When we’re born, our mothers show us compassion. This is a natural response that has nothing to do with spiritual practice. Without that kindness we wouldn’t survive. So, our lives start with an experience of kindness and compassion. When we’re dying, being surrounded by gold and jewellery is of no solace at all, but having caring family and friends around us puts us at ease. This is how important compassion can be. - His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama #mothers #gratitude
May 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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For all who suffer from the misery of poverty, oppression, & torture, ✨
Afflicted by harm, disease, or the imbalance of natural elements, ✨
May their outer and inner hardships and obstacles be wholly pacified, ✨
And may they find enduring peace and liberation from suffering. ✨

ཨོཾ་མ་ཎི་པདྨེ་ཧཱུྃ། 🪷
The most popular mantra in Tibet is the Buddhist mantra of Avalokiteshwara, Bodhisattva of Compassion. ཨོཾ་མ་ཎི་པདྨེ་ཧཱུྃ་ཧྲཱིཿ (In Tibetan) "I believe in altruism. No matter how capable a person may be, no one can survive alone. We depend on the community in which we live. By dedicating ourselves to the welfare of others, we actually bring about our own benefit. As soon as I wake in the morning, I dedicate myself to helping others to be happy, which gives me self-confidence and inner strength." - His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso. "For all those who suffer from the misery of poverty, oppression, and torture, Beset by harm, pestilence, or an imbalance of the elements, May all their hardships and obstacles, outer and inner, be fully pacified, And may they revel eternally in the glory of every happiness and bliss. With sincere prayers that all this will come to pass exactly as is expressed in these words." - Ling Rinpoche, New Delhi, India
May 7, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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Today, April 25, 2025, should have been celebration of 36th birthday of the Panchen Lama, a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism. Instead, it’s a somber reminder of his disappearance & decades-long detention by Chinese authorities simply because he was recognized by HHDL as the 11th Panchen Lama.
April 25, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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#EarthDay
As human beings, living on this one planet, we must make an effort to live happily together. The threat of climate change is not limited by national boundaries—it affects us all. We must work to protect nature and the planet, which is our only home. The Dalai Lama
April 22, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Happy Earth Day! 🌎

Ultimately, we human beings depend on nature, so we must preserve our close relations with her. Sometimes we seem to think that technology will solve our problems and allow us to do whatever we like. This Earth Day let’s remember that the reality is we have to protect our world.
"Ultimately, we human beings depend on nature, so we must preserve our close relations with her. Sometimes we seem to think that technology will solve our problems and allow us to do whatever we like. This Earth Day let’s remember that the reality is we have to protect our world." - H.H. the Dalai Lama
April 22, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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H.H. the Dalai Lama expressed sadness over Pope Francis's demise in letter to Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli,Apostolic Nuncio to India, offering prayers & condolences to his followers worldwide.

A memorial service is being held by Tibetan community at Tsuglagkhang,Main Tibetan Temple, in Dharamsala.
Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - His Holiness the Dalai Lama has written to The Most Reverend Leopoldo Girelli, The Apostolic Nuncio to India to express his sadness on learning that His Holiness Pope Francis has passed away. He wrote that he offered prayers and condolences to his spiritual brothers, sisters and to his followers around the world. “His Holiness Pope Francis dedicated himself to the service of others,” he added, “consistently revealing by his own actions how to live a simple, but meaningful life. The best tribute we can pay to him is to be a warm-hearted person, serving others wherever and in whatever way we can.” His Holiness closed his letter, “With my prayers.” A memorial service is being held by the Tibetan community at the Tsuglagkhang, the Main Tibetan Temple, here in Dharamsala.
April 21, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Immensely saddened by the recent catastrophic earthquake that has struck Myanmar and Thailand. May those who have lost loved ones find solace, may those injured make a swift and full recovery, and may those enduring grief and hardship find resilience, comfort, and strength.

#earthquake #prayers
March 31, 2025 at 4:46 AM
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March 14, 2025 - A Prayer for Peace
- His Holiness the Dalai Lama 🤍

#peace #dalailama #HHDL #prayer
March 14, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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February 21, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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On perseverance

"Never give up. No matter what is happening, no matter what is going on around you, never give up." -- Dalai Lama
February 17, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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“Be a Good Human Being, a Warm-Hearted, Affectionate Person. That is My Fundamental Belief,”

-His Holiness the Great 14th Dalai Lama
February 17, 2025 at 6:58 AM
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Tara (Sanskrit: तारा, tārā; Standard Tibetan: སྒྲོལ་མ, dölma), Ārya Tārā (Noble Tara), also known as Jetsün Dölma
(‘’Venerable Mother of Liberation"), is an important female Buddha in Buddhism, especially revered in Vajrayana Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism.
#Dolma #Tara #Devi
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February 14, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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‘’Namo Buddhaya, Namo Dharmaya, Namo Sanghaya’’

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February 11, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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In the illusory dream-like existence of samsara,

Amidst the unstable, mirage-like spectacle,

Free from attachment, strive towards the sublime Dharma.

It is the meaningful practice that embodies the essence.

By Kyabje Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche

#Dharma #samsara
February 11, 2025 at 3:42 AM