Afflictive emotions - our jealousy, anger, hatred, fear - can be put to an end. When you realize that these emotions are only temporary, that they always pass on like clouds in the sky, you also realize they can ultimately be abandoned.

If we want spiritual development, the practice of patience is essential.

The need for love lies at the very foundation of human existence.

Religious belief is not a precondition either of ethical conduct or of happiness.

In my childhood, I had a religious assistant who always told me, if you can really laugh with full abandonment, it's very good for your health.

The 20th century was the century of war and blood. The 21st century is the century of dialogue.

When reason ends, then anger begins. Therefore, anger is a sign of weakness.