Ignorance is the source of hatred, and the way to get rid of ignorance is realization.

But when it comes to democratic political parties, I prefer that monks and nuns not join them - in order to ensure proper democratic practice.

Spiritually, yes, now many people knows Tibetans in spiritual field are very, very advanced but in material field is very, very backward.

If there is no solution to the problem then don't waste time worrying about it. If there is a solution to the problem then don't waste time worrying about it.

You are so anxious about the future that you do not enjoy the present. You therefore do not live in the present or the future. You live as if you are never going to die, and then die having never really lived.

I don't want to convert people to Buddhism - all major religions, when understood properly, have the same potential for good.

The most compassionate form of giving is done with no thought or expectation of reward, and grounded in genuine concern for others.