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Padma Shri Robert Thurman, Scholar and Dalai Lama Friend, Dies
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🗓 17 Jun 2026, 08:31 PM
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Professor Robert Thurman, a distinguished scholar of Tibetan Buddhism and a recipient of India's Padma Shri award, has passed away. He was known as a close friend of the Dalai Lama.
Professor Robert Thurman, a globally recognized scholar specializing in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, has died. His passing marks the loss of a significant voice in the study and dissemination of Buddhist philosophy.
Thurman was honored with the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, acknowledging his contributions to the field. His deep connection with Tibetan Buddhism extended beyond academia, as he was also a longtime friend of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
His work significantly contributed to the international understanding and appreciation of Tibetan culture and Buddhist teachings. The news of his death was reported from Dharamsala.
Thurman was honored with the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, acknowledging his contributions to the field. His deep connection with Tibetan Buddhism extended beyond academia, as he was also a longtime friend of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
His work significantly contributed to the international understanding and appreciation of Tibetan culture and Buddhist teachings. The news of his death was reported from Dharamsala.