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Why is Dalai Lama significant to his followers?

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For his non-violent efforts for the liberation of Tibet and his concern for global environment problems.
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Dalai Lamas are believed to be the reincarnation of Avalokitesvara, an important Buddhist deity and the personification of compassion. Dalai Lamas are also enlightened beings who have postponed their own afterlife and chosen to take rebirth to benefit humanity.

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