The earth is not just our environment. The earth is our mother.

Most REAL change is slow. Happiness and joy are the purpose of life. If we know that the future will be very dark or painful, then we lose our determination to live. Therefore, life is something based on hope.

Here, the certain temple rule, this seems to me to have a certain responsibility to look after the well-being of society and look after Buddhism and culture. I consider these part of the practice of spirituality. There is no competition between spiritual practice and party politics. That is outdated. We already, since 2001, have elected political position. My position is semi-retired. I am looking forward to complete retirement.

The only "definitive truth" for Buddhism is the absolute negation of any one truth as the Definitive Truth.

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

Mutual respect is the foundation of genuine harmony.

The wiser course is to think of others when pursuing our own happiness.