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“By renouncing samsara, we renounce our habitual grasping, unhappy minds. And by renouncing samsara, we embrace our potential for enlightenment.”

Quote by Thubten Zopa Rinpoche

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Thubten Zopa Rinpoche

Thubten Zopa Rinpoche, born in 1945, is a mysterious religious leader. His life story and contributions are not well-documented. more

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