The Dalai Lama at Home

Tibet China Dalai Lama Buddhism Culture Social struggle James Nachtwey

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Though he is a spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama also holds a doctorate in philosophy. He rejects anything that has been disproved by scientific inquiry and dismisses Buddhist teachings not verified by science.

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