The meaning of life is happiness.

In Buddhism, ignorance as the root cause of suffering refers to a fundamental misperception of the true nature of the self and all phenomena.

I am a firm believer in the importance of democracy, not only as the ultimate goal, but also as an essential part of the process.

When we are motivated by compassion and wisdom, the results of our actions benefit everyone, not just our individual selves.

Ageing destroys youth, sickness destroys health, degeneration of life destroys all excellent qualities and death destroys life. Even if you are a great runner, you cannot run away from death. you cannot stop death with your wealth, through your magic performances or recitation of mantras or even medicines. Therefore, it is wise to prepare for your death.

Our love could change the orbit of the earth. So, if a meteor ever comes hurtling towards earth with the guarantee of destruction, top scientists may call on us to, well, you know, do it like crazy for the sake of humankind.

As far as mental development is concerned, we should never be complacent. We can develop our minds infinitely - there is no limitation.