We need a little more compassion, and if we cannot have it, then no politician or even a magician can save the planet.

The basic Buddhist stand on the question of equality between the genders is age-old. At the highest tantric levels, at the highest esoteric level, you must respect women: every woman.

Those who don't have a life filled with luxury may have a home filled with compassion, based on their choice to be content and to practice self-discipline. Even when we have physical hardships, we can be very happy.

I always believe the rule by king or official leader is outdated. Now we must catch up with the modern world.

The nature of our motivation determines the character of our work.

If we human beings rely only on material development, we can’t be sure of a positive outcome. Employing technology motivated by anger and hatred is likely to be destructive. It will only be beneficial if we seek the welfare of all beings. Human beings are the only species with the potential to destroy the world. Because of the risks of unrestrained desire and greed we need to cultivate contentment and simplicity.

Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates as significant an impression by remaining silent.