From one perspective, my situation is unique. From another, it is not unique at all. I was given the grand title of Karmapa and informed from an early age that I had a responsibility to feel concern for everyone I came into contact with, and to benefit the whole world. There is nothing unique about having this responsibility; what is unique is that I was made aware of having it. We all share the same responsibility to care for others and be of benefit to the world. My title simply draws my attention to that fact clearly and means I had people reminding me of my responsibilities and encouraging me to develop the ability to fulfill them.
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INTERCONNECTED
Embracing Life in Our Global Society
The Karmapa. Ogyen Triney Dorje
Edited by Karen Derris and Damcho Diana
Translated by Damcho Diana Finneg
Wisdom publications
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