I believe all religions pursue the same goals, that of cultivating human goodness and bringing happiness to all human beings. Though the means might appear different the ends are the same.
Dalai LamaThe basis of human rights is happy life. Everyone wants to lead a happy life for which we need to have a holistic approach.
Dalai LamaAccording to Buddhism, individuals are masters of their own destiny. And all living beings are believed to possess the nature of the Primordial Buddha Samantabhadra, the potential or seed of enlightenment, within them. So our future is in our own hands. What greater free will do we need?
Dalai LamaIf every 8 year old in the world is taught meditation, we will eliminate violence from the world within one generation
Dalai LamaMeet hostility and suspicion with kindness. Helping others out of love is always the best option.
Dalai LamaThe mind is key. If anything should be considered a god, so to speak, it is the mind, not money. A healthy positive mind is the utmost priority. But if we were to reverse the order of these priorities, what would happen? I find it hard to imagine how a person with great wealth, bad health, no friends, and no peace of mind could feel even slightly happy.
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