Dalai Lama Seeks to Allay Health Concerns Amid Succession Planning for Tibetan Buddhists
The Dalai Lama reassures followers on his health and discusses succession planning for Tibetan Buddhism's future.
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Dalai Lama Seeks to Allay Health Concerns Amid Succession Planning for Tibetan Buddhists
The Dalai Lama, the revered spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists, has long been the beacon of hope, wisdom, and leadership for his followers. However, his advancing age has raised significant concerns regarding his health and, inevitably, the future of the Tibetan Buddhist community without him. The Dalai Lama, now 89 years old, has faced these concerns head-on, offering reassurance to his followers about his health and addressing the pressing issue of succession planning, which has become particularly relevant as his health continues to age. In a recent interview with Reuters, the Dalai Lama confidently dismissed concerns about his health, emphasizing that he may live for many more years. Despite undergoing knee surgery in New York earlier this year, which led to heightened concerns among his followers, the Dalai Lama remained optimistic about his well-being. "According to my dream, I may live 110 years," he stated, continuing to quell worries by maintaining a lighthearted …
