Biography: Dalai Lama: The Soul of Tibet
Subjects:
Ethics & Communities, History, Social Studies
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
Source: Biography Channel
This episode chronicles the life of the 14th man recognized by his people as Buddha's reincarnation and honored with the title he is known by worldwide: His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Highlighting key footage from his life, including his acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize, this program features interviews with Chinese scholars, Tibet activists, and His Holiness himself.
60-minute runtime; 2-year copyright clearance.
Jan 25 at 7:00am ET/PT
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