By far the single greatest danger facing humankind - in fact, all living beings on our planet - is the threat of nuclear destruction.

The real test of compassion is not what we say in abstract discussions but how we conduct ourselves in daily life.

There are two kinds of happiness - the temporary pleasure derived primarily from material comfort alone and another more enduring comfort that results from the thorough transformation and development of the mind. We can see in our own lives that the latter form of happiness is superior because when our mental state is calm and happy, we can easily put up with minor pains and physical discomforts. On the other hand, when our mind is restless and upset, the most comfortable physical facilities do not make us happy.

Modern education is premised strongly on materialistic values. It is vital that when educating our children's brains that we do not neglect to educate their hearts, a key element of which has to be the nurturing of our compassionate nature.

If your own mental attitude is correct, even if you remain in a hostile atmosphere, you feel happy.

Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isn't anyone who doesn't appreciate kindness and compassion.

The whole purpose of religion is to facilitate love and compassion, patience, tolerance, humility, and forgiveness.