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Tenzin Gyatso (14th Dalai Lama)

Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and a prominent advocate for peace, compassion, and human rights. Born in 1935, he was recognized as the reincarnation of his predecessor at a young age. In 1959, following the Chinese invasion of Tibet, he fled to India, where he has since lived in exile. The Dalai Lama promotes nonviolent solutions to conflict and has received numerous awards, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. He emphasizes the importance of interfaith dialogue and global responsibility, inspiring millions with his teachings on compassion and mindfulness.