Doing good Quote by Dalai Lama
““It would be much more constructive if people tried to understand their supposed enemies. Learning to forgive is much more useful than merely picking up a stone and throwing it at the object of one’s anger, the more so when the provocation is extreme. For it is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others””
About This Quote
Understanding enemies and forgiving fosters greater good, especially amid extreme adversity.
In simple terms: Forgiveness yields greater good.
Cultivate empathy and forgiveness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- peacebuilding
- personal development
- mediation
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we practice forgiveness after trauma?
- What role does empathy play in conflict?
Forgiveness may be challenging when harm is severe.