True compassion is not just an emotional response but a firm commitment founded on reason.

Children are our greatest untapped resource.

As you breathe in, cherish yourself. As you breathe out, cherish all Beings.

We must not lose our trust in the power of truth. Everything is always changing in the world.

Some people say that the West has a cruel history. These people also may see the achievements of Western countries - in terms of the economy, education, health, and social achievements - as a result of exploitation of poorer countries, including Arab countries. Western nations get rich by using resources such as Arab oil. Meanwhile, the countries supplying them raw materials remain poor. Due to such injustices, jealousies are created.

Out of 6 billion humans, the troublemakers are just a handful.

If science proves facts that conflict with Buddhist understanding, Buddhism must change accordingly. We should always adopt a view that accords with the facts.