Appearance is something absolute, but reality is not that way - everything is interdependent, not absolute.
Dalai LamaDestructive thoughts and emotions undermine the very causes of peace and happiness. If you think clearly about it, it makes no sense to think youโre seeking happiness, if you do nothing to restrain angry, spiteful, and malicious thoughts and emotions.
Dalai LamaReligion is important for humanity, but it should evolve with humanity. The first priority is to establish and develop the principle of pluralism in all religious traditions. If we, the religious leaders, cultivate a sincere pluralistic attitude, then everything will be more simple. It is good that most religious leaders are at least beginning to recognize other traditions, even though they may not approve of them. The next step is to accept that the idea of propagating religion is outdated. It no longer suits the times.
Dalai LamaToday we understand that the future of humanity very much depends on our planet, and that the future of the planet very much depends on humanity.
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