Facing Mortality: The Power of Practice at Life’s End

A Journey to the West L44

This talk explores the subtle interplay between instinct, karma, and the continuity of life. Through vivid examples from animal behavior and personal stories, His Holiness invites us to reflect on the evidence for rebirth—not as dogma, but as a lens for understanding happiness, suffering, and the choices we make. The narrative moves from the limits of intellectual study to the transformative power of genuine practice, highlighting the importance of long-term vision and the courage to face mortality with clarity and peace.