I could justify violence only in this extreme case, to save the last living knowledge of Buddhism itself.
Dalai LamaAs human beings, we are only able to survive in dependence upon the co-operation, help and kindness of other fellow humans.
Dalai LamaCats, dogs, and some I mean, birds, many species of mammals, they also have the sort of potential to show affection firstly because of the biological factor.
Dalai LamaWe have made a great effort to maintain all levels of Buddhist education; it has helped us have a kind of renaissance, really.
Dalai LamaThere are five billion human beings and in a certain way I think we need five billion different religions, because there is such a large variety of dispositions. I believe that each individual should embark upon a spiritual path that is best suited to his or her mental disposition, natural inclination, temperament, belief, family and cultural background.
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