When we consider reality itself we quickly become aware of its infinite complexity, and we realize that our habitual perception of it is often inadequate. If this were not so, the concept of deception would be meaningless.

In order to lead a meaningful life, you need to cherish others, pay attention to human values and try to cultivate inner peace.

Compassion suits our physical condition, whereas anger, fear and distrust are harmful to our well-being. Therefore, just as we learn the importance of physical hygiene to physical health, to ensure healthy minds, we need to learn some kind of emotional hygiene.

If you have a particular faith or religion, that is good. But you can survive without it.

To combat hatred directed toward a person, a Buddhist cultivates loving kindness toward that person.

The colors of light are infinite through refraction, yet they all come from the same source. Thus I cannot detach myself from the wickedest soul, nor fail to identify with the most virtuous.

The cultivation of compassion is no longer a luxury, but a necessity, if our species is to survive.