Believe Quote by Dalai Lama
“I believe that the destructive nature of society that now threatens the existence of the entire human world has much to do with human intelligence. The way to overcome all human suffering-that also is through human intelligence.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk, Dalai Lama, 2005
Human intelligence can both cause societal harm and offer the means to alleviate suffering, highlighting its dual role.
In simple terms: Intelligence can hurt or heal humanity.
Key Takeaway
Use intelligence responsibly to solve global problems.
Themes
responsibility
humanity
intelligence
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- climate change
- global health
- education reform
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
collective action
problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure intelligence serves the common good?
- What safeguards prevent misuse of knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Intelligence alone cannot fix structural inequities without ethical guidance.
