Reality is harsh. It can be cruel and ugly. Yet no matter how much we grieve over our environment and circumstances nothing will change. What is important is not to be defeated, to forge ahead bravely. If we do this, a path will open before us.

The problems of aging present an opportunity to rethink our social and personal lives in order to ensure the dignity and welfare of each individual.

Within the heart of every person exists the flame of wisdom that transforms all suffering into kindling for the fire of creative energy.

Creativity means to push open the heavy, groaning doorway to life.

I firmly believe that the mission of religion in the 21st century must be to contribute concretely to the peaceful coexistence of humankind.

Men and women who know the brutal reality of war, who know that war strips people of their very humanity, must unite in a new global partnership for peace.

No matter what our personal circumstances may be, if we ourselves become a source of light, then there will be no darkness in the world.