We need to make material progress, but we need inner development too ... remember that the real development we seek is not in the buildings but in our hearts and minds.
Dalai LamaLove and Compassion are the true religions to me. But to develop this, we do not need to believe in any religion.
Dalai LamaOur ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.
Dalai LamaThe period of greatest gain in knowledge and experience is the most difficult period in one's life.
Dalai LamaDemocratic institutions are necessary and very important, and if I remained at the head of government, it could be an obstacle to democratic practice. Also, if I were to remain, then I would have to join one of the parties. If the Dalai Lama joins one party, then that makes it hard for the system to work.
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