Dalai Lamas are important monks of the newest school of Tibetan Buddhism, Gelug school. The current Dalai Lama, with the religious name Tenzin Gyatso, was born Lhamo Dhondup on July 6. The celebrations of Dalai Lama's birthday this year is bound to be a little different from usual. Traditionally, the festivities include day-long events. However, people will surely commemorate this day by sharing his teachings and quotes taught by the Dalai Lama, that help them be kinder, more giving and have a fulfilling life filled with happiness and peace.