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Why can't the Dalai Lama return to Tibet?
The Dali Lama is the leader-in-exile of the Tibetan Buddhist faith and a major leader of the Tibetan people. As Tibet is a part of China, the actions of the Dali Lama make him a political dissident and thus potentially liable for prosecution and imprisonment if he were to return to Tibet.
What type of wool is known as shahtoosh and why it is banned?
Shahtoosh is the name given to a specific kind of shawl, which is woven with the down hair of the Tibetan antelope by the weavers of Kashmir. Shahtoosh is banned under the agreement, illegal hunting and selling of Shahtoosh is still a serious problem in Tibet.
What nickname has been given to the Plateau of Tibet?
"The Roof of the World"
Which country the yangdon belong to?
Yangdon is a Tibetan name mostly given to females! However it is also common in Bhutanese culture! So Tibet and Bhutan! Its a very beautiful name!
What should you make as food for a Buddhists?
In preparing food for anyone it is best to check for allergies or preferences before organizing the meal. This is as true for Buddhists as any other guests you may have. Many people think Buddhists eat only plain rice or hold to a strictly vegetarian diet (with no exceptions). In truth Buddhists are inclined to a vegetarian diet as eating meat implies that animals have suffered. This does not hold true in all cases. HH the Dalai Lama only came to a strictly vegetarian diet later in life as, in Tibet (his homeland), the opportunity for pursuing such a diet is limited. The only foods outside of a Buddhist's diet would be alcoholic drinks, and food prepared from animals slaughtered specifically at the request of the Buddhist. It is a point of propriety that Buddhists will eat whatever food is given to them in good faith - as is demonstrated by the story that the Buddha himself died of eating tainted meat given to him for a meal.
Foods Buddhist can and can't eat and why?
Many Buddhists prefer a vegetarian diet. However the "rules" are not absolute. In countries such as Tibet the scarcity of food in general makes meat eating necessary. In addition Buddhists will eat any food given to them as a donation or offering. This includes meat. Buddhist's specifically avoid eating intoxicants and drugs that may interfere with there concentration, garlic and onions because they supposedly inflame the passions, meat from carnivores and birds of prey, andanimals which would have to be killed specifically for their consumption. In preparing food for anyone it is best to check for allergies or preferences before organizing the meal. This is as true for Buddhists as any other guests you may have. Many people think Buddhists eat only plain rice or hold to a strictly vegetarian diet (with no exceptions). In truth Buddhists are inclined to a vegetarian diet as eating meat implies that animals have suffered. This does not hold true in all cases. HH the Dalai Lama only came to a strictly vegetarian diet later in life as, in Tibet (his homeland), the opportunity for pursuing such a diet is limited. It is a point of propriety that Buddhists will eat whatever food is given to them in good faith - as is demonstrated by the story that the Buddha himself died of eating tainted meat given to him for a meal.
For being the headquarters of the Tibetan government in exile what nickname is given to McLeodganj?
Little Llasa
Which country is called the roof of the word?
That designation is usually given to Tibet, because it has the tallest mountains.
What types of food do Buddhists eat?
In preparing food for anyone it is best to check for allergies or preferences before organizing the meal. This is as true for Buddhists as any other guests you may have. Many people think Buddhists eat only plain rice or hold to a strictly vegetarian diet (with no exceptions). In truth Buddhists are inclined to a vegetarian diet as eating meat implies that animals have suffered. This does not hold true in all cases. HH the Dalai Lama only came to a strictly vegetarian diet later in life as, in Tibet (his homeland), the opportunity for pursuing such a diet is limited. The only foods outside of a Buddhist's diet would be alcoholic drinks, and food prepared from animals slaughtered specifically at the request of the Buddhist. It is a point of propriety that Buddhists will eat whatever food is given to them in good faith - as is demonstrated by the story that the Buddha himself died of eating tainted meat given to him for a meal.
What does the name tenzin mean?
TENZIN Gender: Masculine Usage: Tibetan From the Tibetan name Bstan-'dzin which means "upholder of teachings". This is one of the given names of the current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso.
What does Buddha eat?
they don't eat meat so it means they are vegetarianAnswer:Many Buddhists prefer a vegetarian diet. However the "rules" are not absolute. In countries such as Tibet the scarcity of food makes meat eating necessary. In addition Buddhists will eat any food given to them as a donation or offering. This includes meat.Buddhist's specifically avoid eating:intoxicants and drugs that may interfere with there concentration,garlic and onions because they supposedly inflame the passions,meat from carnivores and birds of prey, andanimals which would have to be killed specifically for their consumption.
What is the Buddhist leader of faith?
Siddhartha Gautama is the religious founder or leader of the religion Buddhism. In that sense he is the leader. As far as a living leader of all Buddhists, there is none. Like Christianity each sect has their own hierarchy and leaders.
