His Holiness Karmapa’s message was well received by the predominantly catholic community in Manila, as it spoke to the hearts of all humanity regardless of their religious or political orientation. "I am here to teach about compassion, goodness, and patience, very basic Buddhist principles that we try to live by. I hope to talk about the principles of karma, and how none of us are humans, or where we are, by accident. We all have a purpose.”
Later that evening, the people of manila invited His Holiness Karmapa to a
grand gala dinner as the guest of honor. Many prominent Congressmen and
government officials were in attendance and offered speeches of gratitude
towards His Holiness for bringing His message of compassion to the people
of the Philippines. Congresswoman Emi Calixto Rubiano, representing her
father, the Mayor of Pasay City Antonino Calixto, presented His Holiness
Karmapa with the key to the city. Her Excellency Madame Imelda Marcos
shared the table with His Holiness Karmapa. The two shared in candid
conversation throughout the evening of festivities and cultural programs
held at the prestigious Enderun College.
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa and Mrs. Imelda R. Marcos
H.H. Gyalwa Karmapa and Mrs. Imelda R. Marcos
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