What is Buddhism?
The Dalai Lama's visit to Minnesota has generated great excitement among Tibetans living in the Twin Cities. It's an opportunity for Tibetan Buddists to explain their beliefs to others. Here's a primer on Buddhism and the significance of the Dalai Lama's visit.

Dalai Lama Biography
The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, was born on July 6, 1935, in a small town called Taktser in the province of Amdo. At the tender age of three, he was identified as the future Dalai Lama. He has overseen a time of tremendous political tumult between Tibet and China.

Dalai Lama History
The Dalai Lama is regarded by Tibetans as one of a succession of (so far) 14 incarnations of the Buddha of compassion, Chenrezig ("the Seeing-Eye" Lord), who long has been considered to be the patron deity of Tibet. Here is a brief biography of the thirteen Dalai Lamas who have come before Tenzin Gyatso.

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