Buddhism Quote by U Thant
“As a Buddhist, I was trained to be tolerant of everything except intolerance. I was brought up not only to develop the spirit of tolerance but also to cherish moral and spiritual qualities such as modesty, humility, compassion, and, most important, to attain a certain degree of emotional equilibrium.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1966
Tolerance is essential, but intolerance must be rejected; moral virtues and emotional balance are vital for personal growth.
In simple terms: Tolerance plus virtues and balance.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility, compassion, and emotional steadiness.
Themes
tolerance
virtues
balance
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- conflict resolution
- spiritual practice
- leadership
Key Concepts
Buddhist ethics
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you practice tolerance without compromising your values?
- What steps help maintain emotional equilibrium?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on tolerance may ignore necessary confrontation of injustice.
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