Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Thank you for your warm greetings on my 90th birthday. I very much appreciate your kind gesture.
The 90th birthday is conventionally considered an important milestone in one’s life. I have dedicated myself to spreading the message of compassion and kindness, which I believe is the basis for peace and happiness in this world, and will continue doing so.
As I often tell my friends and well-wishers, I would request you to join me in this effort, to be warm-hearted and to lead a meaningful life in the service of others; that will be the best birthday gift to me.
I feel my life has been of some benefit to people across the world, and I dedicate the rest of my time to the service of others.
Thank you and with my good wishes,
Dalai Lama
10 July 2025
