I extend my support and solidarity with the recent peaceful movement for democracy in Burma. I fully support their call for freedom and democracy and take this opportunity to appeal to freedom-loving people all over the world to support such non-violent movements. Moreover, I wish to convey my sincere appreciation and admiration to the large number of fellow Buddhists monks for advocating democracy and freedom in Burma. As a Buddhist monk, I am appealing to the members of the military regime who believe in Buddhism to act in accordance with the sacred dharma in the spirit of compassion and non-violence. I pray for the success of this peaceful movement and the early release of fellow Nobel Peace laureate Aung San Suu Kyi.
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Tenzin Gyatso
September 23, 2007
I stand in solidarity with the Buddhist sangha and people of Burma. I bow my head in reverence and respect to those monks and nuns who fearlessly protest injustice and peacefully protest for freedom. I beg the government of Myanmar to listen to her noble people and begin dialogue and diplomacy in an honorable way. I pray the bloodshed will stop. May the light of Lord Buddha's compassion fill your hearts with peace and wisdom.
