Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive.

Human use, population, and technology have reached that certain stage where mother Earth no longer accepts our presence with silence.

Life does not wait: Whether we spend our lives meaningfully or not, the time will be used up moment by moment.

If we adopt a self-centered approach to life, by which we attempt to use others for our own self interest, we might be able to gain temporary benefits, but in the long run we will not succeed in achieving even our personal happiness, and hope for the next life is out of the question.

Always embrace the common humanity that lies at the heart of us all.

Self-discipline is crucial to a simpler, more contented life.

Let us cultivate love and compassion, both of which give life true meaning. This is the religion I preach. It is simple. Its temple is the heart. Its teaching is love and compassion. Its moral values are loving and respecting others, whoever they may be. Whether one is a lay person or a monastic, we have no other option if we wish to survive in this world.