Believe Quote by Dalai Lama
“Americans are interested because they are open-minded. They have an education system that teaches them to find out for themselves why things are the way they are. Open-minded people tend to be interested in Buddhism because Buddha urged people to investigate things - he didn't just command them to believe.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Lecture, Dalai Lama, 1989
Open-mindedness drives curiosity, leading people to explore philosophies like Buddhism that value investigation over blind belief.
In simple terms: Open minds seek truth.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate openness and inquiry.
Themes
open-mindedness
curiosity
spirituality
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- education
- interfaith dialogue
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
investigative approach
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you practice open-minded inquiry?
- What beliefs have you questioned?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone embraces open-mindedness; cultural factors vary.
