It is... very helpful to think of adversity not so much as a threat to our peace of mind but rather as the very means by which patience is attained.
Dalai LamaIt does not matter whether you are a theist or atheist, what matters is sincerity, forgiveness, and compassion.
Dalai LamaWe are working as hard as we can; we are preparing ourselves as carefully as we can; we fully intend to make our contribution to the world in the coming century.
Dalai LamaSectarian feelings and criticism of other teachings or other sects is very bad, poisonous, and should be avoided.
Dalai LamaWe must conduct research and then accept the results. If they don't stand up to experimentation, Buddha`s own words must be rejected.
Dalai LamaI have been clear in my position for quite a while, but the Chinese have not responded. Therefore, we are now in the process of holding a referendum on our policy among all the Tibetan community in exile and even inside Tibet, to check whether the majority thinks we are on the right track.
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