12/17/2023 0 Comments Dalai lama religion words![]() During those years, the world had witnessed a lot of conflicts, in which followers of different religions were also involved. He said that ‘More than a thousand years have passed since the great religions of the world flourished, including Buddhism. The Dalai Lama described himself as a religious practitioner, who follows Buddhism. The best way to do this is to engage in dialogue, dialogue and dialogue Therefore, it is very important to live in harmony and analyse where the opinion of the other lies. Suspicion of each other will only harm both communities. If problems are resolved in such a friendly manner then both sides will gain. The minority, on the other hand, should be careful about where the sensitive issues of the majority lies and express whatever doubts they have in their minds. Both sides should discuss and clearly express what they think about the other’s view and opinion. Indeed, the majority should pay attention to and appreciate the views and opinion of the minority. In order to sustain this harmony, both sides should not take lightly the sensitive issues between themselves. In other words, both sides should live in harmony. The minority, on the other hand, should be able to sensitise with the majority. The majority must consider the minority as their invited guests. For instance, in the capital Leh, Buddhists constitute the majority of the population whereas Muslims belong to the minority community. In a multiethnic society the biggest problem is that of between the majority and the minority. However, if all the sides become careless, then there is a danger of imminent problems. Speaking further on religious harmony His Holiness stated :’If a harmonious relationship is established amongst societies and religious beliefs in today’s multi-ethnic, multi-religious and multi-cultural world, then it will surely set a very good example for others. I would like to thank all of you for working hard regarding this and request you to continue to do so in the future. The most important thing at the moment is to preserve and promote this tradition. This tradition of believing in one’s own religion and having respect for others is in existence in Ladakh since your forefathers. ![]() At the same time you should have respect for all other religions. Belief refers to total faith, which you must have in your own religion. We must distinguish between belief and respect. In such a society it is very important to have harmony and respect amongst the different religions and their practitioners. A society, which has many religions should also have many prophets and sources of refuge. This is also the same with Buddhists who are completely devoted to the Buddha when they pray in Buddhist temples. ![]() The great religious leader venerated by all the peace loving people in the world stated thus: ‘As far as the Muslims are concerned it is appropriate for them to have complete devotion to Allah while praying in the mosques. ![]()
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