A great work of art is one that truly moves and inspires you. You yourself must be moved. Don't look at art with others' eyes. Don't listen to music with others' ears. You must react to art with your own feelings, your own heart and mind.

Nothing is more precious than peace. Peace is the most basic starting point for the advancement of humankind.

A truley heroic way of life lies in squarely confronting and courageously overcoming the pounding vicissitudes that life always throws in our paths

Let us join our efforts toward building the unshakable foundations for a culture of peace.

While conservatism and self-protection might be likened to winter, night, and death, the spirit of pioneering and attempting to realize ideals evokes images of spring, morning, and birth.

If we look at the world with a love of life, the world will reveal its beauty to us.

it is impossible to build one's own happiness on the unhappiness of others. This perspective is at the heart of Buddhist teachings.