lama
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Gates ranked at the very top of a 2019 survey of public figures that people look up to—ahead of the Dalai Lama and Pope Francis.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
In the interview, Rai said his favourite portrait subject was the Dalai Lama, describing the "intensity and spiritual energy" he brings to a frame.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
The Dalai Lama was just 23 when he fled the Tibetan capital Lhasa in fear for his life after Chinese troops crushed an uprising in 1959.
From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026
The Buddhist spiritual leader was recognised in the audiobook category for Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026
There are at least two possibilities: • “Who do you think I saw the other day?” the Dalai Lama said.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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East Asia - Middle School
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East Asia - Introductory
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East Asia - High School
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