One can overcome the forces of negative emotions, like anger and hatred, by cultivating their counter-forces, like love and compassion.

The foundation of the Buddha's teachings lies in compassion, and the reason for practicing the teachings is to wipe out the persistence of ego, the number-one enemy of compassion.

I believe in justice and truth, without which there would be no basis for human hope

Here, the certain temple rule, this seems to me to have a certain responsibility to look after the well-being of society and look after Buddhism and culture. I consider these part of the practice of spirituality. There is no competition between spiritual practice and party politics. That is outdated. We already, since 2001, have elected political position. My position is semi-retired. I am looking forward to complete retirement.

With genuine love and compassion, another person's appearance or behavior has no affect on your attitude.

Share your knowledge. It is a way to achieve immortality.

We have global communication and yet confrontation is more common than dialogue.