I am confident that the next century will be better than this one.

It is vital that when educating our children's brains that we do not neglect to educate their hearts.

All I can do is engage with complete sincerity. Then whatever happens, there is no regret.

The colors of light are infinite through refraction, yet they all come from the same source. Thus I cannot detach myself from the wickedest soul, nor fail to identify with the most virtuous.

As far as ignorance is concerned, not just Buddhism, every religion recognizes it as the source of suffering.

Those who have little interest in spirituality shouldn’t think that human inner values don’t apply to you. The inner peace of an alert and calm mind are the source of real happiness and good health. Our human intelligence tells us which of our emotions are positive and helpful and which are damaging and to be restrained or avoided.

All religion teaches the virtues of love, altruism and patience, while showing us how to discipline and transform ourselves to achieve inner peace and a kind heart. Therefore, they are worthy of our respect.