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What is the title of the highest priest of Tibetan Buddhism?

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DALAI LAMA - other illustration
DALAI LAMA — other

The spiritual and temporal head of Tibetan Buddhism is a figure deeply revered by millions worldwide, known by the title of Dalai Lama. This leader is not merely a religious figure but also historically served as the political head of Tibet. The title itself is a combination of the Mongolian word "dalai," meaning "ocean," and the Tibetan "bla-ma," meaning "guru" or "teacher," thus translating to