A thousand candles can be lit from one candle, however the life of the original candle is not shortened in the least.

Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.

The time has come to educate people, to cease all quarrels in the name of religion, culture, countries, different political or economic systems. Fighting is useless. Suicide.

I call myself a feminist. Isn't that what you call someone who fights for women's rights?

Genuine human friendship is on the basis of human affection, irrespective of your position. Therefore, the more you show concern about the welfare and rights of others, the more you are a genuine friend. The more you remain open and sincere, then ultimately more benefits will come to you. If you forget or do not bother about others, then eventually you will lose your own benefit.

To foster inner awareness, introspection, and reasoning is more efficient than meditation and prayer.

I make small mistakes every day. But major mistakes? It doesn't seem so. I've examined my service to the Tibetan people and to humanity, and I've done as much as I can in my life.