The period of greatest gain in knowledge and experience is the most difficult period in one's life.

Chairman Mao once said that political power comes from the barrel of a gun. He was only partly right: power that comes from the barrel of a gun can be effective only for a short time. In the end, peoples love for truth, justice, freedom, and democracy will triumph. No matter what governments do, the human spirit will always prevail.

If there were really serious consequences if I did not accept, then of course I would do whatever was necessary. But in general I really prefer some freedom.

Other human beings have a right to peace and happiness that is equal to our own; therefore we have a responsibility to help those in need.

As our own peace of mind grows, so the atmosphere around us becomes more peaceful.

All suffering is caused by ignorance. People inflict pain on others in the selfish pursuit of their happiness or satisfaction.

There is often a big disparity between the way in which we perceive things and the way things really are.