Quote of the Day

Over the years, [Desmond Tutu] and I enjoyed an enduring friendship. I remember the many occasions we spent time together, including the week here at Dharamsala in 2015 when we were able to share our thoughts on how to increase peace and joy in the world. The friendship and the spiritual bond between us was something we cherished.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu was entirely dedicated to serving his brothers and sisters for the greater common good. He was a true humanitarian and a committed advocate of human rights. His work for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission was an inspiration for others around the world.

With his passing away, we have lost a great man, who lived a truly meaningful life. He was devoted to the service of others, especially those who are least fortunate. I am convinced the best tribute we can pay him and keep his spirit alive is to do as he did and constantly look to see how we too can be of help to others.

– Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama
Excerpted from “Condolences in Response
to the Death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu”
December 26, 2021

Related Off-site Links:
Dalai Lama Joins Tributes to “True Humanitarian” After Anti-apartheid Hero Desmond Tutu Dies – Miranda Bryant (The Guardian, December 26, 2021).
Desmond Tutu, an Icon Who Helped End Apartheid in South Africa, Dies at 90 – Ofeibea Quist-Arcton (MPR News, December 26, 2021).
Desmond Tutu, Anti-apartheid Leader and Voice of Justice, Dead at 90 – Todd Leopold, Larry Madowo and Jessie Yeung (CNN, December 26, 2021).
Tutu: The Anti-apartheid Hero Who Never Stopped Fighting for “Rainbow Nation” – Reuters (December 26, 2021).
Obituary: Desmond Tutu – South Africa's Rebellious Priest – BBC World News (December 26, 2021).
Cape Town Locals Remember Archbishop Desmond Tutu – Eyder Peralta (NPR News, December 26, 2021).
My Hero Is a Human Being – Rehena Harilall (Lion’s Roar, December 27, 2021).
Archbishop Desmond Tutu: A Life in Pictures – The Guardian (December 26, 2021).

Image: His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu during the Seeds of Compassion Interfaith Dialogue held in Seattle, Washington, USA on April 15, 2008. (Photograph: Tomas/Seeds of Compassion )