Buddha Quote by Robert A. Heinlein
““What distinguishes Buddhism from any other faith I’ve studied—from most human beings, really—is that the people who face the wall and the people who face away from it have never fought a war over it. They’re never going to agree…but they feel no need to. Buddha himself is supposed to have said, “People with opinions just go around bothering each other.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Road to Science Fiction” (1975)
Buddhism avoids conflict over differing views, unlike many religions that fight over doctrine.
In simple terms: Buddhism teaches non‑violence toward differing opinions.
Key Takeaway
Embrace tolerance and avoid conflict over beliefs.
Themes
tolerance
peace
religion
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- conflict resolution
- personal meditation
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
non‑attachment
philosophy of mind
Questions to Reflect On
- Can societies adopt Buddhist non‑violent discourse?
- What limits tolerance in practice?
A Different Perspective
Not all Buddhists practice this ideal; cultural contexts vary.
