Compassion Quote by Dalai Lama
“So long as space remains So long as sentient beings' Suffering remains I will remain In order to help, In order to serve.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama, 2020
Compassion persists as long as suffering exists; the purpose is to help and serve sentient beings.
In simple terms: Compassion continues while suffering exists.
Key Takeaway
Serve those who suffer.
Themes
compassion
service
interconnectedness
spiritual duty
Mood
empathetic
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- healthcare volunteering
- social work
- conflict resolution
- personal mindfulness
Key Concepts
Buddhism
ethics
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you sustain compassion?
- What limits your ability to serve?
A Different Perspective
Suffering may be overwhelming, causing burnout.
