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Tapestry@25: renowned Buddhist Robert Thurman

Robert Thurman was the first Westerner to be ordained by the Dalai Lama. He no longer wears the robes but he has been a guide to Tibetan Buddhism for many people and has some fascinating views on how to live a spiritual life in this very hectic world.
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Professor and author Robert Thurman during his visit to The Strand Bookstore on July 17, 2008 in New York City. (Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images)
Tapestry38:36Tapestry@25: renowned Buddhist Robert Thurman

Robert Thurman was the first Westerner to be ordained by the Dalai Lama. He no longer wears the robes but he has been a guide to Tibetan Buddhism for many people and has some fascinating views on how to live a spiritual life in this very hectic world.

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