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“I feel that compassionate thought is the most precious thing there is. It is something that only we human beings can develop. And if we have a good heart, a warm heart, warm feelings, we will be happy and satisfied ourselves, and our friends will experience a friendly and peaceful atmosphere as…” quote by Dalai Lama
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“I feel that compassionate thought is the most precious thing there is. It is something that only we human beings can develop. And if we have a good heart, a warm heart, warm feelings, we will be happy and satisfied ourselves, and our friends will experience a friendly and peaceful atmosphere as well. This can be experienced community to community, country to country, continent to continent.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Compassionate thought creates a warm, peaceful community that benefits all.

In simple terms: Compassion spreads happiness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate compassion for personal and collective peace.

Themes

compassion community peace

Mood

serene hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • volunteer work
  • conflict resolution
  • international diplomacy

Key Concepts

empathy interconnectedness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice compassion daily?
  • What obstacles hinder a compassionate society?
A Different Perspective

Compassion can be challenged by self‑interest.

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