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Q: How was the current Dali Lama chosen?
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Who is the president dalai lama?

The present Dali Lama is Tenzing Gyatso, the 14th Dali Lama.


Will the Dali dama return?

Return where, exactly? The current Dalai Lama lives in Tibet.


Corectly spell Dali lama?

Dalai Lama


What is Dali lama religion important to?

To be honest there is no such thing as Dalai Lama religion. The Dalai Lama between the 17th century and 1959 was in fact the title of the head political figure of the Tibetan government as well as the country's foremost religious figure. The current Dalai Lama is the 14th Dalai Lama in the line. However, each new Dalai Lama is chosen as being seen as a reincarnation (born again) of the previous Dalai Lama. The religion you may be thinking of is Buddhism; the religion practiced by the Dalai Lama and his followers.


Was the Dali lama a monk?

He is a monk still.


How tall is the Dali lama?

He looks about 5'7"


Where was the dali lama born?

The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, was born in Taktser, Amdo, Tibet on 6 July 1935.


How many Dali Lamas are there?

The current Dalai Lama is the 14th Dalai Lama.


What is the Dali Lama best known for?

The Dalai Lama is the spirtual head of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism and is the political leader of the Tibetan people. he is also famous for his activities for peace and compassion.


How many times has the Dali Lama been reincarnated?

14


Is the 14th Dali lama still alive?

As of 25 November 2009, the 14th Dalai Lama is still alive.


Does the Dali Lama speak for all Buddhist or just one portion?

The Dali Lama is the leader of the Gelug school of tibetan Buddhism and officially speaks for them only. As a lama he is considered a holy man by all buddhists, but not an authority figure who must be obeyed.