July 9, 2011 - His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet, one of the world’s most revered spiritual leaders, will be making a HISTORIC VISIT to Washington, DC in July 2011. During this time, he will be conferring the Kalachakra for World Peace for the first time in the nation’s capital. In addition to this unprecedented event, he will be participating in a historic World Peace Event at the U.S. Capitol (West Lawn) in Washington, DC on Saturday, July 9th at 9:30 a.m. This celebration will feature “A Talk for World Peace” by His Holiness. The event is hosted by the Capital Area Tibetan Association (CATA).
Few lives in history have spoken as deeply to the goodness of the human spirit as that of of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. He has spread his message of peace, non-violence, tolerance, compassion and wisdom around the world in over 62 countries and across six continents. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989, His Holiness has received over 84 humanitarian commendations, including the Congressional Gold Medal in 2007, and has authored more than 72 books. He has overcome unspeakable hardships while leading the people of Tibet during and after the brutal occupation of their homeland. His Holiness has also established a democratic Tibetan government-in-exile, promoting a vision of democracy and rule of law. His simple demeanor and joyful humor have endeared him to millions of people around the world.
9:30 am - Program Begins:
o Welcome remarks by CATA - Capital Area Tibetan Association
o Introduction by Emcee
o Blessing by monks of Namgyal Monastery (His Holiness’ personal monastery)
o Tibetan cultural performance by The Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA)
10:00 am - Cello Performance by Michael Fitzgerald
10:05 am - “A Talk for World Peace” by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
10:45 am - Question and Answer Session
11:30 am - Program Ends
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