Genuine harmony must come from the heart. It cannot come from the barrel of a gun.

We have always been a nation different from the Chinese. Long ago we fought wars with them.

The 20th century was the century of war and blood. The 21st century is the century of dialogue.

The earth is not just our environment. The earth is our mother.

I totally disagree with the view that the Tibet struggle will die, and there will be no hope for Tibet, after the Dalai Lama passes away.

Love is the absence of judgment.

External circumstances can contribute to one's happiness and well-being, but ultimately happiness and suffering depend on the mind.