His Holiness the great 14th Dalai Lama, (Chenrezig) Bodhisattva of compassion is revered all over the world for his commitment towards the holistic development of human well being on this planet earth. Of late, in addition to the three principal commitments, His Holiness has expressed his commitment to reviving ancient Indian knowledge, as it is very much relevant in today’s modern education system.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama graced the inauguration of 92nd Annual General Meet of Association of Indian Universities that was first ever held at Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies in Sarnath, Varanasi, on 18 March 2018.
At the inaugural ceremony, His Holiness addressed the gathering by elucidating the importance of inculcating ancient Indian knowledge in today’s modern education and highlighted its significance in today’s material oriented education. His Holiness said: “If you who belong to the 21st century make the effort and can combine elements of ancient Indian knowledge with modern education, you can make a real contribution to creating a better world.”
On the 2nd day of the meeting, His Holiness the Dalai Lama with vice-chancellors of 150 Indian universities took part in a National Seminar titled: “Higher Education in the Era of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Disruptive Technology with a focus on Human Values in the Age of Disruption.”
At the seminar, His Holiness suggested that basic human nature is compassionate. His Holiness explained that it is a scientifically proven fact that constant anger, fear and hatred ruin our immune system and health, whereas warm-heartedness support and improve our health.
Considering the need for secular ethics in today’s modern education system, PB Sharma, President of Association of Indian Universities proposed to form a centre for secular ethics in their universities for better education.
Netizens watching the live stream across the globe were showering comments and shared the post to pass His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s words of wisdom to their loved ones.
Below are some of the reactions to the 92nd Annual General Meeting of Association of Indian Universities, which was live streamed via the official Facebook page of His Holiness the Dalai Lama:
A Facebook user named Renee Nassif wrote: “What an honour to be listening to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. May his love, wisdom, and compassion ignite the flame in all of our hearts, all over the world.”
Glyn Jones who was watching the live stream wrote: “Very true words, removing the fear removes the anger! Thank you for sharing your wisdom with others!”
Upon hearing His Holiness speech on compassion and peace, Nicole Kosich wrote: “Excellent-to think and pray for everyone’s interest and well-being. No war, take care of our home planet earth, attention to global warming and water scarcity. Showing compassion… excellent message. Thank you.”
The Facebook user named Anna Hill was pleased to listen to His Holiness explain the need for universal peace and love.
Facebook user by the name of Karenjean Marshall Sheerman Veal was determined to be as calm as His Holiness and was happy to see His Holiness in good shape.
Nineteen thousand and Seven hundred Facebook users views and two thousand and two hundred seventy-nine shares, and nine thousand eight hundred and two liked His Holiness the Dalai Lama inaugural speech at the 92nd Annual General Meeting of Association of Indian Universities, held at CIHTS-Sarnath, Varanasi, on 18 March 2018. Photo / Screenshot
One thousand and two Facebook viewers give thumbs up and two thousand and two hundred five shares the second day of 92nd Annual General Meeting of Association of Indian Universities, Sarnath, Varanasi, 19 March 2018. Photo / Screenshot
Facebook user named Victoria Chapman wrote: Adoration for all of us together listening to the wisdom the raises the vibration of the mass consciousness!