The more contact we have with one another and the more we come to understand each other's values, the greater will be our mutual respect.

As far as mental development is concerned, we should never be complacent. We can develop our minds infinitely - there is no limitation.

Each of us must learn to work not just for one self, one's own family or one's nation, but for the benefit of all humankind. Universal responsibility is the key to human survival. It is the best foundation for world peace.

Hatred, jealousy, and fear hinder peace of mind. When you're angry or unforgiving, for example, your mental suffering is constant. It is better to forgive than to spoil your peace of mind with ill feelings.

Sin contains its own judgement and punishment.

Genuine peace is based on inner peace, because you cannot build peace on the basis of anger

When young we have a vivid sense of basic values like trust and warm-heartedness, which we tend to neglect in today's competitive world as we grow up, yet from birth we all have a need for affection. The emotions we experience today have not changed much over the last few thousand years, but the interest increasing numbers of people are showing in their inner world and how their emotions work is a sign of maturity.