1,545 Quotes by Dalai Lama

In our struggle for freedom, truth is the only weapon we possess.

People inflict pain on others in the selfish pursuit of their happiness or satisfaction. Yet true happiness comes from a sense of brotherhood and sisterhood.

Politicians need religion even more than a hermit in retreat. If a hermit acts out of bad motivation, he harms no one but himself. But if someone who can directly influence the whole of society acts with bad motivation, then a great number of people will be adversely affected.

A tree with strong roots can withstand the most violent storm, but the tree can’t grow roots just as the storm appears on the horizon.

When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect towards others.

Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives.

Once a year, go someplace you've never been before.

We live very close together. So, our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.

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