Dalai Lama quotes - page 3

Death is a part of all our lives. Whether we like it or not, it is bound to happen. Instead of avoiding thinking about it, it is better to understand its meaning. We all have the same body, the same human flesh, and therefore we will all die. There is a big difference, of course, between natural death and accidental death, but basically death will come sooner or later. If from the beginning your attitude is 'Yes, death is part of our lives,' then it may be easier to face. (Dalai Lama)
I am open to the guidance of synchronicity, and do not let expectations hinder my path. View quote
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There are techniques of Buddhism, such as meditation, that anyone can adopt. And, of course, there are Christian monks and nuns who already use Buddhist methods in order to develop their devotion, compassion, and ability to forgive. View quote
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World belongs to humanity, not this leader, that leader or that king or prince or religious leader. World belongs to humanity. View quote
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The Chinese government wants me to say that for many centuries Tibet has been part of China. Even if I make that statement, many people would just laugh. And my statement will not change past history. History is history. View quote
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Love and kindness are the very basis of society. If we lose these feelings, society will face tremendous difficulties the survival of humanity will be endangered. View quote
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Through money or power you cannot solve all problems. The problem in the human heart must be solved first. View quote
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Human beings will continue to deceive and overpower one another. Basically, everyone exists in the very nature of suffering, so to abuse or mistreat each other is futile. The foundation of all spiritual practice is love. That you practice this well is my only request. View quote
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I pray for a more friendly, more caring, and more understanding human family on this planet. To all who dislike suffering, who cherish lasting happiness, this is my heartfelt appeal. View quote
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We need to learn how to want what we have NOT to have what we want in order to get steady and stable Happiness. View quote
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Human beings are of such nature that they should have not only material facilities but spiritual sustenance as well. Without spiritual sustenance, it is difficult to get and maintain peace of mind. (Dalai Lama)
Without the human community one single human being cannot survive. View quote
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Human happiness and human satisfaction must ultimately come from within oneself. It is wrong to expect some final satisfaction to come from money or from a computer. View quote
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There are techniques of Buddhism, such as meditation, that anyone can adopt. View quote
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When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others. View quote
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Out of 6 billion humans, the troublemakers are just a handful. View quote
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Silence is sometimes the best answer. View quote
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When we are young and again when we are old, we depend heavily on the affection of others. Between these stages we usually feel that we can do everything without help from others and that other people's affection is simply not important. But at this stage I think it is very important to keep deep human affection. View quote
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We are born and reborn countless number of times, and it is possible that each being has been our parent at one time or another. Therefore, it is likely that all beings in this universe have familial connections. View quote
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Because of lack of moral principle, human life becomes worthless. Moral principle, truthfulness, is a key factor. If we lose that, then there is no future. View quote
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As far as your personal requirements are concerned, the ideal is to have fewer involvements, fewer obligations, and fewer affairs, business or whatever. However, so far as the interest of the larger community is concerned, you must have as many involvements as possible and as many activities as possible. (Dalai Lama)
Today different ethnic groups and different nations come together due to common sense. View quote
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It is difficult to violently suppress people in the long run, as the example of the Soviet Union and the Eastern European countries has shown. View quote
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Number of people have said to me, after hearing your thinking, their mind becomes much more happier. View quote
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I totally disagree with the view that the Tibet struggle will die, and there will be no hope for Tibet, after the Dalai Lama passes away. View quote
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