Today marks the auspicious occasion of the 86th anniversary of the ascension of His Holiness the Dalai Lama to the Golden Throne of Tibet, the human manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, the lord of the three realms of existence and the patron-deity of Tibet, a champion of world peace, a master of all teachings of the Buddha on this earth, the protector and refuge of all Tibetan people, their utmost leader, and their edifying guide, the symbol of their identity and unity, and a free spokesperson for all Tibetan people. On this sacred occasion, on behalf of all Tibetan people who share the heritage of the tsampa-eating culture, as well as all followers of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, we joyfully and reverently extend our heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness, with deep faith and profound gratitude, humbly offering our prostrations.
His Holiness took his birth as Lhamo Dhondup, to his father, Choekyong Tsering and mother, Dekyi Tsering, in Taktser in the D...





