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Moving and well written
The story of the Dalai Lama and his people as told by His Holiness is charmingly written. (He uses words like 'whilst and amongst'.) We follow the very young playful boy from his very modest home in the Tibetian province of Amdo to the capital of Lhasa where his education as a Buddhist monk begins. He relates much detail about the rich culture and beauty of Tibet;...
Veröffentlicht am 17. Februar 2000 von Diana
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Amazing person; lousy book
H.H. the Dalai Lama is an amazing man and his insights are fascinating. If I had 1/2 the compassion and understanding that he has in his little finger, I'd be a better person. However, the book is long and wordy. The gems of insight are hidden in a dense matrix of boring detail.
Veröffentlicht am 28. April 2000 von Michael Jones
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Story Of An Amazing Man, 9. Juni 2000
I scarecely knew who the Dalai Lama was before I picked up this book. But after reading it, I am glad that I had something of a chance to hear what he had to say. He starts off talking of his boyhood, and how he was chosen at the age of 6, to be his country's newest religious leader. The stories of his early life in the monastery are very amusing, but one wonders whether it is really a good idea to take someone so young into a monastery before they have any idea of what they are getting into. Still, Llamo Thondup seems to have done alright. He goes on to tell of how, at the age of 15, the Chinese invaded Thibet and took over his homeland, leaving this young adolescent as the sole leader, spiritual and political, of his entire country in a time of war. Eventually, the problems stemming from the red army's invasion of Thibet were so severe that a large portion of the population were forced to flee for their lives to India, where Jawarhalal Nehru, in an act unlike any other by anyone else in history, allowed over one hundred thousand refugee Thibetans into an already densely populated country and made provisions for the propagation of the Thibetan culture in Sarnath, Dharamsala and other towns in northern India. What strikes me as so odd is that Thondup does not seem to have the slightest measure of hatred for the Chinese people and even manages to understand, or at least try to understand, what caused them to such brutal actions. To do so must require a substantial degree of self-mastery and understanding, and in a way, shows Thondup as not merely a puppet "leader" of his people, but as someone who takes his faith very seriously indeed. His struggles to preserve the culture of his homeland and the care which he has for his people are genuinely touching. He also briefly mentions his meeting with Trappist Thomas Merton, ans tells of some of the things which they discussed in their short meeting before Merton's death in Bangkok in 1968. And also fairly briefly, he goes on to discuss Thibetan Buddhism in general, including the belief in oracles, gods and demons, astrology, reincarnation and so on. One might wish that he would take a stronger stand against the superstition and hyposrisy often found in Thibet's own peculiar type of Buddhism in addition to what he has already done for his people, but he may think that such ideas may be necessary elements in the preserving of Thibetan culture and may be the duty of a future incarnation of the Dalai Lama. Still, as he mentions in his conversation with Carl Sagan, he is not a blind believer in tradition, but has experienced doubts himself and is in favour of abandoning those aspects of the religion which can be shown to be erroneous (a welcome change from the stasis necessary in contemporary Christian or Muslim thought). A very moving and captivating biography of a very interesting man and one of the worst atrocities of our time.
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Amazing person; lousy book, 28. April 2000
H.H. the Dalai Lama is an amazing man and his insights are fascinating. If I had 1/2 the compassion and understanding that he has in his little finger, I'd be a better person. However, the book is long and wordy. The gems of insight are hidden in a dense matrix of boring detail.
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Moving and well written, 17. Februar 2000
The story of the Dalai Lama and his people as told by His Holiness is charmingly written. (He uses words like 'whilst and amongst'.)We follow the very young playful boy from his very modest home in the Tibetian province of Amdo to the capital of Lhasa where his education as a Buddhist monk begins. He relates much detail about the rich culture and beauty of Tibet; however he is honest about it's isolation and failure to keep up with a more modern world. As he tells of the miliary and political struggle with China, one can almost feel the tension mount. The account of his escape into exile is exciting, yet sad. The destruction of Tibet, the atrocities upon its people, and the genocide still being committed there is more than sad. Yet, the Dalai Lama does not hate. He has compassion even for those who have caused the suffering of the Tibetian people. Great book. I recommend it.
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An very moving book, 3. Dezember 1999
This is by far one of the most moving and amazing books I have had the pleasure to read. The Dalai Lama has a very eloquent way of telling the story of his life. From his simple begininngs throughout the Chinese invasion of Tibet, he tells the story beautifully. His attention to detail and rememberence of people who he has met impressed me greatly. Sometimes words can fail to summarize the effect something has one you...for words lack the ability to describe the depth of compassion and sympathy I felt during and after reading this book.
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An eye-opening and moving story, 28. November 1999
Right up front, the Dalai Lama claims that English is not his first language and he requests the reader bear with him. At times, the english is a little stilted but it never detracts from the story being told. His honest account of the young days having been found as the 14th Dalai Lama but still being a little boy is wonderful. He leads you through a chronological account of his life and spiritual work.The book was an education for me on the basics of Buddhism, the struggle of the Tibetans, the role of the Dalai Lama and glimpse of China's past and present. I'm motivated to read more on all these topics - in particalar, Buddhism and the history of China (the notable Gang of four). If you're looking for information on the Tibetan struggle and the Dalai Lama, this book is it. THe Dalai Lama is always honest and frank about his opinions on events and people. His strength and poise comes across clearly in his writings. The pain and trauma of the Tibetans has left a mark on my conscience. The Dalai Lama's non-violent opposition of the Chinese is admirable and to be an example for us all.
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A great read!, 29. Juni 1999
This was the first book that I have read regarding Tibet or the Dalai Lama. Although, I do not practice Buddism, I belive that his holyness is a great teacher and he inspired me in my own spiritual growth. I enjoyeed the book very much and now have a great respect for the Dalai Lama and for all Buddist monks. I also was opened to just how much the Tibetian people have suffered. I started reading the book out of interest and finished the book a wiser person.
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A book for everyone., 15. Juni 1999
Without doubt one of the best books I have ever read and yet it is so much more than a book. His Holiness The Dalai Lama gives us an engaging insight into the Tibetian tragedy that continues to this day. Written in an open, friendly manner by one of the most inspired people of our time, this book allows us to view the harsh reality of Chinese communism through the eyes of a true Tibetan monk. A book for all people, of all ages, from East to West.
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I love the Dalai Lama, 6. Juni 1999
This is the 2nd book by the Dalai Lama that I have read. It made me feel as if I was there with him all the way. It made me feel like flying the Tibetan flag and shouting "Freedom for Tibet!" I love this book. I love the Dalai Lama
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A Reluctant Review, 15. Mai 1999
I read this book twice, so I might as well review it. Very reluctantly. The Dalai Lama is a religious leader. But also a political one. And his biography is really quite wonderful. But it has serious drawbacks. First of all, the Dalai Lama has become some sort of "pop hero". Everybody, even Buddhists, keep quoting the Dalai Lama. He's on the "top ten" list of good guys. And this is a fun read. But in a way, people just don't understand. There are thousands like him in Tibet. Some, most likely, more kinder than he is. And they are, at this moment, being tortured, jailed, and killed. It's not the Dalai Lama that is great. It is the Tibetan people. Everytime one of those bodhisattvas dies, it affects us all. From an Einsteinian viewpoint, everthing is connected. And when one of these guys dies, it affects us all. There's a little more smog in the air. And eveybody is a little less friendly. The book is great. We learn a lot after having read it. The first chapters are fun and adventurous. But it's the last chapters that need special attention. I won't cite atrocities, this is a book review, but everytime one of those ET's in Tibet are tortured, jailed, or killed, we lose something of ourselves. They are people who have dedicated their lives to help us! So perhaps we should venerate the Dalai Lama a little less and venerate many of the spiritual masters in Tibet who are saints. The theory that this is all a good thing because Buddhism will come to the West is a bit of a cop-out. Buy the book. Read the book. And pay attention to the last chapters. And then write out check to the Tibet House in New York which is devoted to help stop the total extinction of Tibet. Amazon books, I believe, would never allow me to give out their address. This would start a precendent for everbody to ask for donations in their book reviews! Anyway, the book is great. The Dalai Lama is a great writer. He manages to place you with him as we escape Tibet and dangerously travel to India. His impressions of Nehru and the Pope, as well as Father Thomas Merton, are especially insightful. It's an exciting book. And fun! The man is totally honest and humble. So we are allowed to take his place as he objectively describes what happens to him from birth. He manages to act as an objective reporter. So we can see through his eyes. And we learn a great deal about the mysteries of Tibet. I recommend it highly.
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Amazing book., 26. Februar 1999
Amazing beautiful story of the Dalai Lama's life written by his own self. Everyone must read this book.EVERYONE!!
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