The Dalai Lama Quotes

We may be different races and religions but we are all part of the same human family

The more we feel concern for others and seek their well-being, the more friends we will have and the more welcome we will feel.

If we have a positive mental attitude, then even when surrounded by hostility, we shall not lack inner peace.

If the mind is tranquil and occupied with positive thoughts, the body will not easily fall prey to disease

It is vital that when educating our children's brains that we do not neglect to educate their hearts.

Values are related to our emotions, just as we practice physical hygiene to preserve our physical health, we need to observe emotional hygiene to preserve a healthy mind and attitudes.

Concern yourselves more with the needs of others, with the needs of all humanity, and you'll have peace of mind.

All forms of violence, especially war, are totally unacceptable as means to settle disputes between and among nations, groups and persons.

Whenever there is a challenge, there is also an opportunity to face it, to demonstrate and develop our will and determination.

We have a natural creative ability and it is very important to realize this.

If you contribute to other peoples happiness, you will find the true meaning of life. The key point is to have a genuine sense of universal responsibility

In order to satisfy one human stomach, so many lives are taken away. We must promote vegetarianism. It is extremely important.

If you become more concerned for the welfare of others, you will experience a sense of calm, inner-strength, and self confidence.

The key to human happiness lies within our own state of mind, and so too do the primary obstacles to that happiness.

We must not lose our trust in the power of truth. Everything is always changing in the world.

You can develop the right attitude toward others if you have kindness, love and respect for them, and a clear realization of the oneness of all human beings.

The most important benefit of patience consists in the way it acts as a powerful antidote to the affliction of anger.

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

The foundation of the Buddha's teachings lies in compassion, and the reason for practicing the teachings is to wipe out the persistence of ego, the number-one enemy of compassion.

In this century we have made remarkable material progress, but basically we are the same as we were thousands of years ago. Our spiritual needs are still very great.

It is necessary to help others, not only in our prayers, but in our daily lives. If we find we cannot help others, the least we can do is to desist from harming them.

When invitation come, then I inquire just to see new place or seeing just the one sort of family, then not much interest.

A genuine, affectionate smile is very important in our day-to-day lives.

Each individual has a universal responsibility to shape institutions to serve human needs.

When our mind is calm, we’re better able to find peace of mind and live a joyful life.

The essence of compassion is a desire to alleviate the suffering of others and to promote their well-being

Mental happiness is more important than physical comfort. Physical comfort comes from the material. But material facilities cannot provide you with peace of mind.

Happiness can be achieved through training the mind.

Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.

World peace begins with inner peace.

Our planet is blessed with vast natural treasures. If we use them wisely, beginning with the elimination of militarism and war, every human being will be able to live a healthy, prosperous existence.

The most important thing is transforming our minds, for a new way of thinking, a new outlook: we should strive to develop a new inner world.

Although attempting to bring about world peace through the internal transformation of individuals is difficult, it is the only way.

World belongs to humanity, not this leader, that leader or that king or prince or religious leader. World belongs to humanity.

As far as social-economic theory is concerned, I am still a Marxist

Most of our problems are related to the mind, so we have to work to reduce our destructive emotions.

People should never sit alone for too long when they're crying.

Our ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.

It is not enough to be compassionate, we must act.

Someone else's action should not determine your response.

Generosity is the most natural outward expression of an inner attitude of compassion and loving-kindness .

If your own mental attitude is correct, even if you remain in a hostile atmosphere, you feel happy.

We consider that the lives of all beings are just as precious as our own, and through this we develop a sense of concern for others.

World peace must develop from inner peace.

A spoon cannot taste of the food it carries. Likewise, a foolish man cannot understand the wise man´s wisdom even if he associates with a sage.

Like the lotus which thrives in mud, the potential for realization grows in the rich soil of everyday life

If we want spiritual development, the practice of patience is essential.

Children are our greatest untapped resource.

Learn and obey the rules very well so you will know how to break them properly.

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