Analyse
In the 2003 interview with The Guardian, the Dalai Lama discussed the importance of happiness and compassion, saying that happiness is a key goal of human life. However, the precise phrasing “The purpose of our lives is to be happy” does not appear in the published transcript; it appears to be a paraphrase of his broader remarks. Therefore, the sentiment is correct, but the quotation is not exact.
Achtergrond
The Dalai Lama frequently speaks about happiness as a central aim of human existence, emphasizing compassion and inner peace. Media outlets often condense his longer statements into shorter, catch‑phrase‑like quotes. The 2003 Guardian interview focused on his views on compassion, science, and the role of happiness in society.
Samenvatting verdict
The Dalai Lama expressed a similar idea about happiness as a purpose of life, but the exact wording quoted is not a verbatim statement from the 2003 Guardian interview.