91 quotes
Sectarian feelings and criticism of other teachings or other sects is very bad, poisonous, and should be avoided.
The Dalai Lama: A Policy of Kindness (1990)
Buddhism does not accept a theory of God, or a creator. According to Buddhism, one's own actions are the creator, ultimately.
The Dalai Lama: A Policy of Kindness (1990)
From one viewpoint, Buddhism is a religion, from another viewpoint Buddhism is a science of mind and not a religion. Buddhism can be a bridge between these two sides.
The Dalai Lama: A Policy of Kindness (1990)
It is the enemy who can truly teach us to practice the virtues of compassion and tolerance.
Ocean of Wisdom: Guidelines for Living (1989)
Great wealth can only be obtained through deception and corruption.
Within the body there are billions of different particles. Similarly, there are many different thoughts and a variety of states of mind.
The Dalai Lama's Book of Wisdom (2000)
Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive.
We need a little more compassion, and if we cannot have it then no politician or even a magician can save the planet.
Words Of Wisdom: Selected Quotes by His Holiness the Dalai Lama (2001)
Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.
This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.
The Dalai Lama: A Policy of Kindness (1990)
If I say, "I am a monk." or "I am a Buddhist," these are, in comparison to my nature as a human being, temporary. To be human is basic.
The Dalai Lama: A Policy of Kindness (1990)
Religion does not mean just precepts, a temple, monastery, or other external signs, for these as well as hearing and thinking are subsidiary factors in taming the mind.
Deity Yoga (1987)
The basic Buddhist stand on the question of equality between the genders is age-old. At the highest tantric levels, at the highest esoteric level, you must respect women: every woman.
The New York Times Magazine (1993)
As a result of more contact with people from other traditions, as time passes I have firmed my conviction that all religions can work together despite fundamental differences in philosophy.
The Dalai Lama: A Policy of Kindness (1990)
All major religious traditions carry basically the same message, that is love, compassion and forgiveness … the important thing is they should be part of our daily lives.
Especially for Christians: Powerful Thought-provoking Words from the Past (2005)
If a woman reveals herself as more useful the lama could very well be reincarnated in this form.
It is very dangerous to ignore the suffering of any sentient being.
To bring on a Revolution of Compassion requires awareness.
The creatures that inhabit this earth-be they human beings or animals-are here to contribute, each in its own particular way, to the beauty and prosperity of the world.
The Tibetan state is located between two of the world's great powers, India and China. Good relations between these powers are crucial for world peace. Tibet has an important role to play.