Pearls of Wisdom From The Dali Lama

There are certain figures through history that grow in stature as the years pass and their words are reflected upon. The beauty of the Dali Lama is he is still with us today and continues to impart wisdom daily.

1. Anything that contradicts experience and logic should be abandoned.

2. Human beings are of such nature that they should have not only material facilities but spiritual sustenance as well. Without spiritual sustenance, it is difficult to get and maintain peace of mind.

3. We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection.

4. Compassion is not religious business, it is human business, it is not luxury, it is essential for our own peace and mental stability, it is essential for human survival.

5. With realization of one's own potential and self confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world.

6. If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.

7. Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them.

8. We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.

9. We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection.

10. I believe deeply that we must find, all of us together, a new spirituality.

11. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness.

12. We must recognise that the suffering of one person or one nation is the suffering of humanity. That the happiness of one person or nation is the happiness of humanity.

13. Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquillity and happiness we all seek.

14. 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.

15. Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive.

Many religious and philosophical figures are considered controversial. By accepting all religions and all views, the Dali Lama appears to transcend such concerns. Give some thought to his views above and how they might improve your life.

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