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DURBAN, NOV. 7. The Dalai Lama today praised the Indian-origin South Africans for keeping alive the tradition, culture and religious practices of India, the country which he described as his ``spiritual home''. The spiritual leader of the Tibetans, on a visit to South Africa, held a meeting with theZulu leader, Mangosuthu Buthelezi, during which they exchanged views on culture, religion and world politics, according to aides. The meeting took place at the Swamy Sivananda Divine Life Society International Centre at La Mercy, north of Durban, where the Dalai Lama launched the society's book `How to Attain Peace of Mind?' and was treated to traditional Zulu and Indian song and dance. ``Hinduism has a long tradition and Buddhism draws many practices from the old, ancient traditions of India. In many ways Hinduism and Buddhism are twins. I am very happy that you are keeping alive so many religious and cultural practices of my second home — India, which is my spiritual home as well,'' he said about the local people of Indian origin. During the address to the members of the society, he stressed the need to promote ``different cultural traditions and spirituality .'' ``All religions teach us love, compassion, forgiveness, tolerance, contentment and self-discipline,'' he said. The Dalai Lama, who is visiting South Africa at the invitation of the Tibet Society of South Africa and the African Cultural Heritage Society, held talks with the former President, Nelson Mandela, two days ago. — PTI
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