Pearls Of Wisdom From The Dalai Lama
Writing by bwerner on Wednesday, 30 of January , 2008 at 10:45 am
by Aazdak Alisimo
Regardless of religious beliefs or views, it is hard to find anyone that does not find the Dali Lama reverent. Here are 15 nuggets of truth he has uttered over the years. Regardless of when they were stated, they still apply today.
1. If the love within your mind is lost and you see other beings as enemies, then no matter how much knowledge or education or material comfort you have, only suffering and confusion will ensue.
2. I myself feel, and also tell other Buddhists that the question of Nirvana will come later. There is not much hurry. If in day to day life you lead a good life, honesty, with love, with compassion, with less selfishness, then automatically it will lead to Nirvana.
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. Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isn’t anyone who doesn’t appreciate kindness and 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. My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.
9. A truly compassionate attitude toward others does not change even if they behave negatively or hurt you.
10. True compassion is universal in scope. It is accompanied by a feeling of responsibility.
11. We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.
12. The ultimate authority must always rest with the individual’s own reason and critical analysis.
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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Category: Buddhism, Personal Development
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