Tibetans demand China halt Derge dam work
The Tibetan community in the region has demanded that the Chinese government stop the construction of a hydroelectric dam on the Drichu river in Derge town in Dege County in Sichuan in Southwest China.
Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama said despite being living in exile for more than 60 years, the Tibetans have taken adversity in stride and had turned into opportunity to re-establish the identity.
“In these 60 years in exile, we have achieved recognition for Tibetan people’s unique spirit, culture and its Buddhist tradition. Tibet, a country that was unknown and far-flung from the world, is today recognised worldwide for its rich cultural heritage and its contribution to modern science,” he said while addressing over 190 participant-delegation of the Tibetan Women’s Association General Meeting.
He said the scientific community recognises Tibetan Buddhism as a unique tradition that can engage with science and meet scientific needs. Thousands-year-old Tibetan Buddhist tradition, preserved by the Tibetan people, holds the key to achieving world peace.
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“Therefore, through harnessing the potential teachings of our culture and religion, we have the potential to contribute to the greater good of humanity, and therefore in a unique position to serve the 7-billion human beings,” he said.
Dalai Lama also expressed his conviction in the possibility of a peaceful world with women holding the mantle of love and compassion.
“It is scientifically proven that women are innately more sensitive, emotionally resilient, compassionate and altruistic,” he said.
He hoped that Tibetan women, especially mothers will be inspired to contribute in important ways to the Tibetan community by advocating the practice of love and compassion.
“As mothers, you have a special responsibility to instill the sense of compassion and love in your children. I loved my mother very much because she was a very compassionate woman. Not one day had I ever seen my mother with an angry face. But my father was not as compassionate,” he said.
He said compassion must be taught as part of education without religious bearings.
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