Dharamshala, 18 June 2026: Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile extended her deepest condolences on demise of Professor Robert A. F. Thurman.
In a letter to Nena Von Schlebrugge, the Speaker wrote, “We are deeply saddened by the demise of Professor Robert A. F. Thurman, a distinguished Buddhist scholar, co-founder of Tibet House, educator, and lifelong friend of Tibet.”
“Professor Thurman dedicated his life to advancing the understanding of Buddhism, Tibetan culture, and the universal values of compassion, wisdom, and nonviolence. Through his scholarship, teaching, and unwavering advocacy, he inspired generations worldwide and played a vital role in bringing ...





