I don't want to convert people to Buddhism - all major religions, when understood properly, have the same potential for good.

I will not propose to you that my way is best. The decision is up to you. If you find some point which may be suitable to you, then you can carry out experiments for yourself. If you find that it is of no use, then you can discard it.

As far as social-economic theory is concerned, I am still a Marxist

...there is an intense delight in abandoning faulty states of mind and in cultivating helpful ones in meditation.

My belief is that the various religious traditions have great potential to increase compassion, the sense of caring for one another, and the spirit of reconciliation. However, I believe that a human being, without religious faith, can be a very good person - sincere, a good heart, having a sense of concern for others - without belief in a particular religious faith.

Once you have a genuine sense of concern for others, there’s no room for cheating, bullying or exploitation.

The realization that we are all basically the same human beings who seek happiness and try to avoid suffering is very helpful in developing a sense of brotherhood and sisterhood; a warm feeling of love and compassion for others.