A calm mind helps our human intelligence to assess the situation realistically.
I don't want to be a prisoner in a palace, living in such a constricted way - too tight!
Material development alone does not yield genuine inner peace.
On those days when I can spend a few hours getting some understanding, I feel fulfilled. I feel as if I have made good use of my time.
Ignorance is the source of hatred, and the way to get rid of ignorance is realization.
The root of happiness is altruism - the wish to be of service to others.