Peace in the world depends on peace in the hearts of individuals; this depends on each of us practising ethics by disciplining our negative thoughts and emotions, and developing basic spiritual qualities.

Only through kindness and love can peace of mind be achieved.

If we can refrain from harming others in our actions & words, we can start to give serious attention to actively doing good.

The world has also learned that economic growth, by itself, cannot close the gap between rich and poor.

Happiness is a state of mind. With physical comforts if your mind is still in a state of confusion and agitation, it is not happiness. Happiness means calmness of mind.

Sometimes religion becomes yet another source for more division and even open conflict. Because of that situation, I feel the different religious traditions have a great responsibility to provide peace of mind and a sense of brotherhood and sisterhood among humanity.

Compassion should be unbiased and based on the recognition that others have the right to happiness, just like you.