Our world and our lives have become increasingly interdependent, so when our neighbour is harmed, it affects us too. Therefore we have to abandon outdated notions of 'them' and 'us' and think of our world much more in terms of a great 'US', a greater human family.

To seek solitude like a wild animal. That is my only ambition.

Furthermore, I shall explain the nature of dharmata: Such a nature as this cannot be determined to be any one thing. So however you label it, that is how it appears.

Through money or power you cannot solve all problems. The problem in the human heart must be solved first.

The jealousy that arises from another's achievement is overcome by developing an awareness of and admiration for one's own and other's achievement.

To be kind, honest and have positive thoughts; to forgive those who harm us and treat everyone as a friend; to help those who are suffering and never to consider ourselves superior to anyone else: even if this advice seems rather simplistic, make the effort of seeing whether by following it you can find greater happiness.

We all need basic human values rooted in trust and affection.