His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama May 4, 2009

His Holiness the XIVth Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is the spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people. The person of His Holiness is regarded as the life-line of Tibetan people's struggle for freedom and justice in these difficult times of Tibetan history. Thus his long life is directly related to the very survival of the Tibetan civilization. During his travels abroad, His Holiness has spoken strongly for better understanding and respect among the different faiths of the world. Towards this end, His Holiness has made numerous appearances in interfaith services, imparting the message of universal responsibility, love, compassion and kindness. A 1989 recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, His Holiness' reputation as a scholar and man of peace has earned him many accolades, including a number of awards and honorary Doctorate Degrees in recognition of his distinguished writings in Buddhist philosophy and of his distinguished leadership in the service of freedom and peace.