Born Quote by Dalai Lama
“In Buddhism, both learning and practice are extremely important, and they must go hand in hand. Without knowledge, just to rely on faith, faith, and more faith is good but not sufficient. So the intellectual part must definitely be present. At the same time, strictly intellectual development without faith and practice, is also of no use. It is necessary to combine knowledge born from study with sincere practice in our daily lives. These two must go together.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama, 2005
True understanding requires both study and lived practice; neither alone leads to genuine insight.
In simple terms: Both learning and practice are essential.
Balance study with daily practice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- academic study
- ethical decision making
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate study into daily actions?
- What practice reinforces your learning?
Relying solely on faith or intellect limits growth.