Skip to content

Abuse Quote by Dalai Lama

“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.” quote by Dalai Lama
Download Open image
“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.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama, 2005

Human beings tend to harm each other, but love is the essential basis of spiritual practice.

In simple terms: Love counters suffering caused by harm.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love in daily life.

Themes

compassion spirituality human nature

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

ethical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • community building
  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual meditation

Key Concepts

suffering ethical practice interdependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can love be expressed in societal structures?
  • What practices nurture genuine compassion?
A Different Perspective

Love alone may not stop systemic oppression.

3.4 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by Dalai Lama

Explore all 1,406 Dalai Lama quotes

More Abuse quotes

Browse all 2,734 Abuse quotes