If someone remains in a peaceful and tranquil state of mind, external surroundings can cause them only a limited disturbance.

It is our collective and individual responsibility to preserve and tend to the environment in which we all live.

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

We can benefit others through our actions by being warm and generous toward them, by being charitable, and by helping those in need.

Initially, terrorism was a certain mixture of politics, economics, and religion. Now, it seems that terrorism is more individual and done to avenge personal grudges. So there are two kinds of terrorism.

When a problem first arises, try to remain humble and maintain a sincere attitude, and be concerned that the outcome is fair.

As our own peace of mind grows, so the atmosphere around us becomes more peaceful.