I don't think generally politician come from democratic country. I think not that thinking. But sometimes little bit short-sighted. They are mainly looking for their next vote.

Generosity is the most natural outward expression of an inner attitude of compassion and loving-kindness .

A thousand candles can be lit from one candle, however the life of the original candle is not shortened in the least.

Nothing is permanent.

The foundation of the Buddha's teachings lies in compassion, and the reason for practicing the teachings is to wipe out the persistence of ego, the number-one enemy of compassion.

I truly believe that compassion provides the basis of human survival.

Through violence, you may 'solve' one problem, but you sow the seeds for another.