We need material development, but we need to understand that by itself it doesn't bring peace of mind.

I'm nothing special, just an ordinary human being. That's why I always describe myself as a simple Buddhist monk.

Man sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health.

The period of greatest gain in knowledge and experience is the most difficult period in one's life.

We need to strengthen such inner values as contentment, patience and tolerance, as well as compassion for others. Keeping in mind that it is expressions of affection rather than money and power that attract real friends, compassion is the key to ensuring our own well-being.

When you talk you are only repeating something you already know. But, if you listen you may learn something new.

Compassion, along with love, is the face of altruism.