Most of the spiritual traditions were very theistic and the idea of an external god pulling the strings didn't resonate with me. I then discovered Buddhism and found the perfect path. I felt so grateful to the Buddha for having given the path, and not just explaining the end result, but showing so clearly how to get there.
Tenzin PalmoWhen I was 18 I read a book about Buddhism and, before I was halfway through it I said to my mother, "I'm a Buddhist!" She said, "That's great. Finish reading the book and then you can tell me all about it." From that moment on I knew I was a Buddhist.
Tenzin PalmoTo be completely enlightened means that you're a Buddha.I don't speak of enlightenment.
Tenzin PalmoWhen we read history we find that in all ages people have thought, this is the dark age.
Tenzin Palmo