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The Book of Joy - A conversation between Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama
Michael Larson
February 23, 2023
I recently read "The Book of Joy," which is a multi-day conversation between religious leaders Archbishop Desmond Tutu and The Dalai Lama on the topic of joy. His Holiness the Dalai Lama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 for his non-violent struggle for the liberation of Tibet, while Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a South African Anglican bishop and theologian known for his work as an anti-apartheid and human rights activist. Although Desmond Tutu has since passed away, this book contains timeless insights that can inspire us all. Reading the book reminded me of how fulfilling practicing compassion and generosity can be and how easily we can be distracted from these practices by the worries and anxieties of life. I highly recommend this book as it captures the essence of what this newsletter is all about.
Dalai Lama (left), Desmond Tutu (right)
A thought on Love:
“I mean simply to say that ultimately our greatest joy is when we seek to do good for others.”
A thought on Justice:
“What can you do to help change the situation? You might not be able to do a great deal, but start where you are and do what you can where you are. And yes, be appalled. It would be awful if we looked at all of that horrendousness and we said, ‘Ah, it doesn’t really matter.’ It’s so wonderful that we can be distressed.”
A thought on Generosity:
“Compassion and generosity, both men would insist that these two qualities were perhaps most pivotal to any lasting happiness.”
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With Love, Justice, and Generosity,
Michael Larson