The purpose of our lives is to be happy. We live in hope, which means looking forward to something good. And there are increasing scientific findings that both our physical and mental well-being depend on our peace of mind.

Buddhism strongly discourages blind faith and fanaticism.

The most important thing is to have a sense of responsibility, commitment, and concern for each of our fellow human beings.

On a certain day, month and year one should observe the ceremony of tree-planting. Thus, one fulfils one's responsibilities, serves one's fellow-beings which not only brings happiness but benefits all.

Everybody loves to talk about calmness and peace, whether in a family, national, or international context, but without inner peace how can we make real peace? World peace through hatred and force is impossible.

Instead of harboring fear and suspicion we need to think of other people not as ‘them’ but ‘us’.

We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection.