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Affection Quote by Dalai Lama

“More fundamental than religion is our basic human spirituality. We have a basic human disposition towards love, kindness and affection, irrespective of whether we have a religious framework or not. When we nurture this most basic human resource - when we set about cultivating those basic inner…” quote by Dalai Lama
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“More fundamental than religion is our basic human spirituality. We have a basic human disposition towards love, kindness and affection, irrespective of whether we have a religious framework or not. When we nurture this most basic human resource - when we set about cultivating those basic inner values which we all appreciate in others, then we start to live spiritually.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Human spirituality transcends religion; love and kindness are innate.

In simple terms: Love and kindness are universal.

Key Takeaway

Nurture inner compassion.

Themes

spirituality humanity kindness

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • community service
  • education

Key Concepts

love affection universal values

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you express compassion?
  • Can spirituality exist without religion?
A Different Perspective

May overlook religious significance.

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