The Dalai Lama

skcin · #1 04-27-2006, 01:35 PM

He's coming to UB in September & I will probably be able to get tix pretty easily.

So, should I go? If so, why?

I'm leaning toward yes, because this is most likely a once in a lifetime opportunity. On the other hand, I don't know much about Buddhism or the man himself. I know he's for peace. Maybe that's reason enough?

markolas · #2 04-27-2006, 01:38 PM

Well, if you're interested in spirituality at all, I'd say go. I think he tailors his books and talks to broad audiences, so you don't need to know much about Buddhism.

GypsySorcerer · #3 04-27-2006, 01:44 PM

I think it is a great opportunity. Spiritual discussions are always interesting to me.

**mylittledemon** · #4 04-27-2006, 01:55 PM

I find it inane that you'd have to pay to go see this guy. Great stuff.

David · #5 04-27-2006, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by skcin

He's coming to UB in September & I will probably be able to get tix pretty easily.

So, should I go? If so, why?

Because he's a flashy dresser! Apparently, too, he's oddly charismatic. So I would say, Go for the theater.

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I'm leaning toward yes, because this is most likely a once in a lifetime opportunity. On the other hand, I don't know much about Buddhism or the man himself. I know he's for peace. Maybe that's reason enough?

Ridiculous. That's not reason for anything. Everybody is for peace, whatever that means. Even people who wage wars do so (so they say) to create or ensure peace. Nobody wages war as an end in itself.

So I say go see this guy who wears the cosmic tablecloths for the sheer theatricality of it! Let me know what you think of the entire vivid tableau!

cliffdweller · #6 04-27-2006, 02:07 PM

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So I say go see this guy who wears the cosmic tablecloths for the sheer theatricality of it! Let me know what you think of the entire vivid tableau!

*wipes away tears of laughter* oh lordy....

markolas · #7 04-27-2006, 02:08 PM

I'm glad to see the religion-bashing is on an "equal opportunity" basis, at least.

amber · #8 04-27-2006, 02:30 PM

I've heard he's a very interesting speaker. I would go in a second. Plus, the whole political situation is interesting as well. While you're there, marvel at the fact that he has the same B-day as Dumbya.
I don't think you'll regret it or be bored.

Jyqm · #9 04-27-2006, 02:42 PM

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While you're there, marvel at the fact that he has the same B-day as Dumbya.

How do you figure that one, Ms. Cleo?

skcin · #10 04-27-2006, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by mylittledemon

I find it inane that you'd have to pay to go see this guy. Great stuff.

Yeah, I chuckled a bit. It's only $15 though.

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I don't think you'll regret it or be bored.

I agree. I will probably go. I can't see myself saying "man, what a waste of my time, that Dalai Lama sure did suck!"

amber · #11 04-27-2006, 03:14 PM

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How do you figure that one, Ms. Cleo?

How do I figure it? Well, I know both of their birthdays. I didn't really "figure" it, just remembered one date.

David · #12 04-27-2006, 03:19 PM

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I agree. I will probably go. I can't see myself saying "man, what a waste of my time, that Dalai Lama sure did suck!"

As long as nobody yells out GO YOUR OWN WAY too soon, I think you'll all get along.

skcin · #13 04-27-2006, 03:20 PM

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As long as nobody yells out GO YOUR OWN WAY too soon, I think you'll all get along.

Oh, David, how you make me laugh.

David · #14 04-27-2006, 03:22 PM

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Oh, David, how you make me laugh.

Before you go, Paula, maybe watch the old "Razor's Edge" movie just to put you in that mystic frame of mind (but don't botch it & watch the Bill Murray remake instead).

gldstwmn · #15 04-27-2006, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by skcin

He's coming to UB in September & I will probably be able to get tix pretty easily.

So, should I go? If so, why?

I'm leaning toward yes, because this is most likely a once in a lifetime opportunity. On the other hand, I don't know much about Buddhism or the man himself. I know he's for peace. Maybe that's reason enough?

I would absolutely go. Out of all the spiritual leaders in the world, he is the the one who makes me think of "divine" when I see him. His life story is pretty fascinating, IMO. He had to flee Tibet or be killed.