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Bomdila Buddhist Society Organizes Mass Plantation Drive to Celebrate Dalai Lama's 89th Birthday

July 6, 2024 at 11:34:50 AM GMT+5:30

In a beautiful gesture to celebrate the 89th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, the Bomdila Buddhist Society (BBS) organized a mass plantation drive in and around Bomdila Pass, West Kameng District. The event saw the plantation of over 300 saplings, marking the importance of taking care of the environment, according to the 12th Guru Tulku Rinpoche of Thubchog Gatsel Ling Monastery. The spiritual leader was prayed for the long life and good health as well.

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Dalai Lama's Birthday Celebrated with Mass Plantation Drive in Bomdila

In a heartwarming gesture to commemorate the 89th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, the Bomdila Buddhist Society (BBS) organized a mass plantation drive on his special day.

The event, held in and around Bomdila Pass in West Kameng District, witnessed the planting of over 300 saplings. The initiative aimed to highlight the significance of environmental stewardship, as emphasized by the 12th Guru Tulku Rinpoche of Thubchog Gatsel Ling Monastery.

Background

His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and the head of the Gelug school. He was born on July 6, 1935, in Taktser, Tibet. Known for his message of peace, compassion, and non-violence, the Dalai Lama has dedicated his life to promoting interfaith understanding and advocating for the rights of Tibetans.

Importance of Environmental Conservation

The plantation drive coincides with the Dalai Lama's long-standing advocacy for environmental protection. He believes that all living beings are interconnected and that humans have a responsibility to preserve the planet for future generations. This belief aligns with the Buddhist teachings that emphasize the importance of non-harm and compassion towards all creatures.

Top 5 FAQs

  • What is the significance of the Dalai Lama's birthday?
    • The Dalai Lama's birthday is celebrated as a day to honor his teachings and to pray for his long life and good health.
  • Why is environmental conservation important to the Dalai Lama?
    • The Dalai Lama views environmental conservation as essential for the well-being of both humans and all living beings.
  • What is the purpose of the mass plantation drive?
    • The plantation drive aims to plant trees, which provide oxygen, help regulate the climate, and improve the environment.
  • Who participated in the mass plantation drive?
    • Members of the Bomdila Buddhist Society, volunteers, and supporters participated in the event.
  • What is the Dalai Lama's message for his followers on his birthday?
    • The Dalai Lama typically urges his followers to practice compassion, kindness, and non-violence, and to work towards a more peaceful and harmonious world.
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