The world has also learned that economic growth, by itself, cannot close the gap between rich and poor.

My responsibility is to save Tibet, to protect its ancient cultural heritage.

Whatever forms of meditation you practice, the most important point is to apply mindfulness continuously, and make a sustained effort. It is unrealistic to expect results from meditation within a short period of time. What is required is continuous sustained effort.

We can only transform humanity and create a happier more compassionate world through education.

I consider myself to be just one among 7 billion human beings. If I were to think of myself as different from others, or as something special, it would create a barrier between us. What makes us the same is that we all want to lead happy lives and gather friends around us. And friendship is based on trust, honesty and openness.

The ultimate way to solve human problems is with nonviolence.

Despite all philosophical differences, all major world religions have the same potential to create good human beings.