THUS
SPAKE
THE DALAI
LAMA
I received these sayings of ‘The Dalai Lama’ through
the News letter of “The Speaking Tree”,
of Time of India. We all know that the Dalai Lama is a lovable
personality across the world. His birth
day is said to be 6th July. As
you will find, his sayings are simple, straight forward and come from the core
of his heart. There is nothing much of religion in them – but only essential
humanism. But then, religion itself must emanate from such humanism only.
I do hope readers will love these sayings.
1. Despite
the superficial differences between us, we need to have a sense that all 7
billion human beings belong to one human
family.
2. What
we do need to do is to find ways to incorporate advice about warm-heartedness into our education system.
3. When
we develop care and concern by thinking
of others not as ‘them’ but ‘us’, there is no room for bullying,
exploitation or deceit.
4. Genuine
peace is based on inner peace,
because you cannot build peace on the basis of anger.
5. Our
real guide is our own mind, our sense of
reason.
6. We
naturally have self-interest, but it should be wise rather than foolish
self-interest by taking others' needs
into account as well as ours.
7. I
feel that each of us has the potential to make some contribution, and together,
working with a clear aim, we can change
our world.
8. Human
happiness depends on taking others into
account.
9. If
we make consistent effort, based on proper
education, we can change the world.
10.
It is expressions
of affection, rather than money and power, that attract real friends.
11.
We need to strengthen such inner values as contentment, patience and
tolerance, as well as compassion for others.
12.
Everybody wants a happy life and a peaceful
mind, but we have to produce peace of
mind through our own practice.
13.
Just as ripples spread out when a
single pebble is dropped into water, the actions
of individuals can have far-reaching effects.
14.
Serving
and helping others out of compassion is non-violence in
action.
15.
Most of our problems are related to the mind, so we have to work to reduce our destructive emotions.
16.
If we can refrain from harming others in our everyday actions and words, we
can start to give more serious attention to actively doing good.
17.
Placing all our hope on material
development is clearly mistaken; the ultimate
source of happiness is within us.
18.
If we can cultivate a concern for others, keeping in mind the oneness of
humanity, we can build a more compassionate world.
19.
It’s unrealistic to think that the
future of humanity can be achieved only on the basis of prayer. What we need is to take action.
20.
Concern
for others’ well-being reduces fear and suspicion, prompting
the openness and transparency that gives rise to trust and friendship.
21.
Anger, hatred and jealousy can never solve problems. Only affection, concern and respect can do that.
22.
Refraining
from harm - not out of fear, but out of concern for others,
their well-being and out of respect - is non-violence.
23.
Whether we are happy or not depends on our
attitude; compassion, for instance,
leads to a calmer mind.
24.
Education
is the way to achieve far-reaching results; it is the proper way
to promote compassion and tolerance in society.
25.
Healthy, happy families and a healthy
peaceful nation are dependent on
warm-heartedness.
26.
The challenge today is to convince people of the value of truth,
honesty, compassion and a concern for others.
27.
To make this a century of dialogue, we
need to find ways to promote a greater awareness
of the oneness of humanity.
28.
It is vital that when educating our children’s brains, we do not neglect to educate their hearts by nurturing their
compassionate nature.
29.
If
you are honest, truthful, and transparent, people trust you.
If people trust you, you have no grounds for fear, suspicion or jealousy.
30.
Just as we encourage physical hygiene to preserve our
health, we also need a sense of emotional
or mental hygiene too.
31.
We live in a world in which we are dependent on others; we cannot expect
to fulfill our goals while disregarding others’ needs.
32.
We forget that despite the superficial
differences between us, people are equal
in their basic wish for peace and happiness.
33.
People think of animals as if they were
vegetables, and that is not right. We have to change the way people think about
animals. I encourage the Tibetan people and all people to move toward a vegetarian diet that doesn’t cause suffering.
34.
Sex offers fleeting satisfaction and leads
to trouble later, while chastity offers
a better life and more independence, more freedom. Problems arising from
conjugal life sometimes even lead to suicide or murder...
35.
Be
kind
whenever possible. It is always possible.
36.
Happiness
is
not something ready-made. It comes from
your own actions.
37.
Old friends pass away, new friends
appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The
important thing is to make it
meaningful: a meaningful friend or a meaningful day.
38.
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.
39.
Love
and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without
them, humanity cannot survive.
40.
All
major religious traditions carry basically the same message - love, compassion and
forgiveness. The important thing is that they should be part of our daily
lives.
41.
When you are discontent, you always want
more, more, more. Your desire can never be satisfied. But when you practice contentment, you can say to
yourself: Oh yes. I already have everything that I really need.
42.
The purpose of our lives is to be happy.
43.
In the practice of tolerance, one's enemy is the best teacher.
44.
We can live without religion and
meditation, but we cannot survive
without human affection.
45.
When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others.
46.
The roots of all goodness lie in the
soil of appreciation for goodness.
47.
If you want others to be happy,
practice compassion. If you want to be
happy, practice compassion.
48.
It is important to consider others at least as important as ourselves. This is the
essence of spirituality.
49.
A number of people have said to me, after
hearing my thinking, that their mind becomes much more happier, .... I sure
hope fellow seekers feel totally refreshed, like a walk in the rain, after this
talk with the adorable and simple spiritual leader...
50.
Do not let the behaviour of others destroy your inner peace.
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