It is not enough to be compassionate. You must act. There are two aspects to action. One is to overcome the distortions and afflictions of your own mind, that is, in terms of calming and eventually dispelling anger. This is action out of compassion. The other is more social, more public. When something needs to be done in the world to rectify the wrongs, if one is really concerned with benefitting others, one needs to be engaged, involved.

Even when we have physical hardships, we can be very happy.

We have made a great effort to maintain all levels of Buddhist education; it has helped us have a kind of renaissance, really.

Giving material goods is one form of generosity, but one can extend an attitude of generosity into all one's behavior. Being kind, attentive, and honest in dealing with others, offering praise where it is due, giving comfort and advice where they are needed, and simply sharing one's time with someone - all these are forms of generosity, and they do not require any particular level of material wealth.

Universal responsibility is the key to human survival. It is the best foundation for world peace.

We can only transform humanity and create a happier more compassionate world through education.

If you wish to experience peace, provide peace for another.