Dalai Lama reiterates resignation threat over Tibet

The Buddhist Channel reported the reiteration of The Dalai Lama's threat to resign (as Dalai Lama) if violence in Tibet spiraled out of control.

He also makes it clear that he is not seeking independence for Tibet and that he supports the Olympics.

"The whole world knows the Dalai Lama is not seeking independence or separation," the Dalai Lama said. "If violence become out of control, then my only option is resign - I want to repeat that.

"If the majority of people commit violently, then I will resign."

His position is to make it clear that he is concerned with the human condition of the Tibetan people, but distancing himself from the practical politics of some groups seeking independence for Tibet, and from the radical groups of people who are willing to use violence.

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