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In Photos: Prayer ceremony for Dalai Lama's long life

Updated On: 24 May, 2023 04:55 PM IST | Editor

Spiritual Leader Dalai Lama attended a Long Life Prayer offered to him by the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT) this morning at the Main Tibetan Temple in McLeod Ganj. All pictures: AFP

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Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama (C) arrives to attend a prayer ceremony offered to him for his long life at the Main Tibetan Temple in McLeod Ganj on May 24, 2023.
Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama (C) arrives to attend a prayer ceremony offered to him for his long life at the Main Tibetan Temple in McLeod Ganj on May 24, 2023.
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Members of the Tibetan and Buddhist community take part in a prayer ceremony for the long life of Tibetan spiritual leader.

Members of the Tibetan and Buddhist community take part in a prayer ceremony for the long life of Tibetan spiritual leader.

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The Dalai Lama is believed to be the reincarnation of his predecessor, and the process of finding the next Dalai Lama involves a search for a young child who exhibits specific signs and traits.

The Dalai Lama is believed to be the reincarnation of his predecessor, and the process of finding the next Dalai Lama involves a search for a young child who exhibits specific signs and traits.

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The Dalai Lama has been a prominent advocate for non-violence, human rights, and religious harmony. He has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for his efforts in peacefully resolving the Tibet issue and promoting global peace.

The Dalai Lama has been a prominent advocate for non-violence, human rights, and religious harmony. He has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for his efforts in peacefully resolving the Tibet issue and promoting global peace.

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Due to political tensions between Tibet and China, the 14th Dalai Lama has been living in exile in India since 1959. He has established a government-in-exile in Dharamshala, India, which serves as the center for Tibetan activities.

Due to political tensions between Tibet and China, the 14th Dalai Lama has been living in exile in India since 1959. He has established a government-in-exile in Dharamshala, India, which serves as the center for Tibetan activities.

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The Dalai Lama has traveled extensively around the world, delivering teachings, giving public talks, and promoting interfaith dialogue. He has written numerous books on spirituality, ethics, and happiness, which have gained international acclaim. Despite his advancing age, he continues to be an influential figure globally.

The Dalai Lama has traveled extensively around the world, delivering teachings, giving public talks, and promoting interfaith dialogue. He has written numerous books on spirituality, ethics, and happiness, which have gained international acclaim. Despite his advancing age, he continues to be an influential figure globally.

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