We live within the environment. So that directly relates with our survival, our life. So through that way, more concern of well… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I am convinced that human nature is basically affectionate and good. If our behavior follows our kind and loving nature, immense benefits… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
In Buddhism, ignorance as the root cause of suffering refers to a fundamental misperception of the true nature of the self and… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Ultimately, the decision to save the environment must come from the human heart. The key point is a call for a genuine… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
If the basic human nature was aggressive, we would have been born with animal claws & huge teeth -- but ours are… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
No material object, however beautiful or valuable, can make us feel loved, because our deeper identity and true character lie in the… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
The nature of the mind is such that if certain mental qualities are developed on a sound basis, they not only remain,… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We share the earth not only with our fellow human beings, but with all the other creatures. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
A wider of more altruistic attitude is very relevant in today's world. If we look at the situation from various angles, such… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I believe that the destructive nature of society that now threatens the existence of the entire human world has much to do… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
True enlightenment is nothing but the nature of one's own self being fully realized. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Human beings by nature want happiness and do not want suffering. With that feeling everyone tries to achieve happiness and tries to… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Furthermore, I shall explain the nature of dharmata: Such a nature as this cannot be determined to be any one thing. So… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Every human should have the idea of taking care of the environment, of nature, of water. So using too much or wasting… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Taking care of our planet is like taking care of our houses. Since we human beings come from Nature, there is no… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We are all, by nature, clearly oriented toward the basic human values of love and compassion. We all prefer the love of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
It is not enough simply to wish that love and compassion should increase in us. We need to make a sustained effort,… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Our love could change the orbit of the earth. So, if a meteor ever comes hurtling towards earth with the guarantee of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
It is my dream that the entire Tibetan plateau should become a free refuge where humanity and nature can live in peace… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
For discovering one's true inner nature, I think one should try to take out some time, with quiet and relaxation, to think… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I believe that the basic nature of human beings is gentle and compassionate. It is therefore in our own interest to encourage… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
When the days become longer and there is more sunshine, the grass becomes fresh and, consequently, we feel very happy. On the… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Many of the earth's habitats, animals, plants, insects and even micro-organisms that we know to be rare may not be known at… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
It is my fundamental conviction that compassion - the natural capacity of the human heart to feel concern for and connection with… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Human beings are of such nature that they should have not only material facilities but spiritual sustenance as well. Without spiritual sustenance,… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I feel that we should not only maintain gentle, peaceful relations with our fellow human beings bur also that is very important… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Ultimately, the reason why love and compassion bring the greatest happiness is simply that our nature cherishes them above all else. The… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Within the framework of the Buddhist Path, reflecting on suffering has tremendous importance because -realizing the nature of suffering, you will develop… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Interdependence is a fundamental law of nature. Even tiny insects survive by mutual cooperation based on innate recognition of their interconnectedness. It… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Just as you have the instinctive natural desire to be happy and overcome suffering, so do all sentient beings; just as you… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Our planet is blessed with vast natural treasures. If we use them wisely, beginning with the elimination of militarism and war, every… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Peace and the survival of life on earth as we know it are threatened by human activities which lack a commitment to… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Lack of understanding of the true nature of happiness, it seems to me, is the principal reason why people inflict sufferings on… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
The problems we face today, violent conflicts, destruction of nature, poverty, hunger and so on, are human-created problems which can be resolved… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Modern education is premised strongly on materialistic values. It is vital that when educating our children's brains that we do not neglect… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Although under particular circumstances, the violence method - any method - can be justified, nevertheless once you commit violence, then counterviolence will be returned. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
There are a number of qualities which are important for mental peace, but from the little experience I have, I believe that one of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
In the interests of everyone the artist had a responsibility to use his medium well. In the Tibetan culture, most of the paintings are… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
If the mind is dominated by hatred, the best part of the brain, which is used to judge right and wrong, does not function… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
More compassionate mind, more sense of concern for other's well-being, is source of happiness. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Everybody loves to talk about calmness and peace, whether in a family, national, or international context, but without inner peace how can we make… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
The only "definitive truth" for Buddhism is the absolute negation of any one truth as the Definitive Truth. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We can change society, change humanity by changing ourselves as individuals. By cultivating inner values, we can change our own lives and those of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I don't want to convert people to Buddhism — all major religions, when understood properly, have the same potential for good. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
There is no way to escape death, it is just like trying to escape by four great mountains touching sky. There is no escape… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We live within the environment. So that directly relates with our survival, our life. So through that way, more concern of well being of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
My belief is that the various religious traditions have great potential to increase compassion, the sense of caring for one another, and the spirit… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
