Norbu's Journey: A Story from Tibet to America
A clouded mountain peak seen from a field in Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Credit: Emma Lewis, 2016.
By Emma Lewis
Audience: Ages 10-14, 15-18
Norbu’s Journey: A Story from Tibet to America is a poem based on the experience of Lama Norbu, who was born in Tibet in the 1960s and now lives in the United States. This piece is intended for middle and high school-aged students, as well as anyone with a wish to learn about Norbu and Tibet. Students will better understand the cultural elements of the conflict between Tibet and China, and the roles of reading and religion in Norbu’s life.
“The Buddha taught impermanence; he taught that all things change. He taught that in the midst of everything, no matter what, the answer is compassion.”
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