When you talk you are only repeating something you already know. But, if you listen you may learn something new.

In our concern for others, we worry less about ourselves.

The essence of any religion is good heart. Sometimes I call love and compassion a universal religion. This is my religion.

I often tease young people about their concern for how they look; more important is inner beauty - compassion, affection and respect.

I have come to the conclusion that whether or not a person is a religious believer does not matter. Far more important is that they be a good human being.

Peace isn't the mere absence of violence; peace must come from inner peace. And inner peace comes from taking others’ interests into account.

I am a simple Buddhist monk.