I have not met one living being that has not been the mother of all the rest.

Today we can see many different forms of Buddhism, such as Zen and Theravada Buddhism. All these different aspects are practices of Buddha's teachings, and all are equally precious; they are just different presentations.

Compassion is a Shepherd, Always tending his herd.

Whenever anyone, Buddhist or not, sees a Temple or an image of Buddha they receive blessings.

Listening is a lamp that dispels the darkness of ignorance.

If everyone sincerely practices the path of compassion and wisdom, all their problems will be solved. I guarantee this.

We need others for our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Without others we are nothing. Our sense that we are an island, an independent, self-sufficient individual, bears no relation to reality. It is closer to the truth to picture ourself as a cell in the vast body of life, distinct yet intimately bound up with all living beings. We cannot exist without others, and they in turn are affected by everything we do. The idea that it is possible to secure our own welfare while neglecting the welfare of others, or even at the expense of others, is completely unrealistic.