How the new Dalai Lama is identified by the signs of rebirth, know how the successor of the Dalai Lama is chosen
Who will be the next dalai lama: On July 6, the Dalai Lama will complete 90 years. On this important occasion, a three -day birthday celebrations are being organized for him at McLeodganj in Dharamshala. China’s sharp eyes on this grand event. Many major leaders of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) have claimed that the Dalai Lama can announce his successor on the 90th birthday. In such a situation, the question becomes even more relevant how the successor of the Dalai Lama is chosen? Let’s know, what is the recognition of rebirth in search of the Dalai Lama and how do you get the new Dalai Lama?
Recognition of rebirth in search of Dalai Lama:
The Dalai Lama is a spiritual leader of the Geluga sect of Tibetan Buddhism and is considered to be the rebirth of Buddha, Avlokiteshwar of compassion. His selection is a highly complex and sacred process, based on the signs of centuries old traditions and rebirth. This process is completely different from an election or hereditary succession.
Recognition and initial signal of rebirth
According to Tibetan Buddhist belief, after the death of the Dalai Lama, his soul rebuards in a new body. Many signs are seen to identify this rebirth:
- Time after death: It is believed that the child born about 9 months after the death of the Dalai Lama is found. This period is considered necessary to hold a new body and take birth to the soul.
- Dalai Lama’s dreams and parables: The current Dalai Lama can indicate his rebirth before his death, which often come through dreams or parables.
- Oracle and Lamas predictions: The Tibetan Buddhism also plays an important role in the discovery of the new Dalai Lama in various Orackal (Daivavan) and high Lamas.
- Darshan in holy lakes: In some holy lakes, such as Lhamo La-Tso, the discovered Lamas may have visions of the future Dalai Lama’s birthplace or related signs.
Procedure for identification of new Dalai Lama
Once when potential regions or families are identified, a team of high lamps begins searching for children who match these signs. This process includes several stages:
- Children inspection: Lama intensively inspects children in which symptoms of the Dalai Lama’s rebirth are found. These symptoms can often occur as birth marks, physical characteristics or unusual behavior.
- Identification of ancestral items: One of the most important tests is to ask the child to identify the objects that belonged to the previous Dalai Lama. These items may include their garlands, religious equipment, clothes or other personal items. These items are often kept with some fake objects, and the child is expected to choose the right objects.
- Special signs check: Such special signs are also examined on the child’s body, which should be on the body of the Dalai Lama, such as a specific ears or hands on the hands.
- Dialogue and behavior: The child’s dialogue and behavior are also noted. It is believed that the regenerated Dalai Lama may have some memories or intelligence of his previous life.
Gold urn which is now with China
Historically, sometimes two or more children had symptoms of regeneration of the Dalai Lama equally. In such cases, Golden Uran was used. It used to put slips of the names of potential candidates, and a slip was taken out after a sacred ceremony. The child whose name came out was declared the Dalai Lama.
It is important to note that this Kalash is now with China. The Chinese government has tried to intervene in the process of succession of the Dalai Lama since establishing its control over Tibet. They want to recognize the candidate of their choice, which the Tibetan community does not accept.
Prophecy about new Dalai Lama
The current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, have spoken many times about their succession. He has also expressed the possibility that his rebirth may be outside Tibet, or even they may decide to end the tradition of rebirth. The speculation of the announcement of his possible successor on his 90th birthday is also important because it can affect the future of Tibetan Buddhism and his relations with China. The decision of the Dalai Lama is paramount to his followers, and they are eagerly waiting for his blessings and guidance.