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DHARAMSALA, INDIA — The Dalai Lama said there would be a “structured framework” for his succession and reflected on a “profoundly purposeful and deeply fulfilling” life as spiritual and administrative leaders gathered on Monday to begin celebrations for his 90th birthday.
“Throughout my life, I have worked for the welfare of the Tibetan people, preservation of the Dharma, and for the happiness of all,” he said. “I believe this human life of mine has served the whole of mankind and I remain committed to dedicating the rest of it, too, for the well-being of all.”
The event took place on a fog-veiled monsoon morning in the courtyard of the Main Temple in Dharamsala, decorated with sacred traditional thangkas, or paintings, fresh garland offerings and derkha, or special offerings on the Tibetan New Year.
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