Dalai Lama Quotes

The 14th Dalai Lama, born as Tenzin Gyatso, describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. He is the spiritual leader of Tibet and the current Dalai Lama. The Dalai Lamas are believed to be manifestations of Avalokiteshvara or Chenrezig, the Bodhisattva of Compassion and the patron saint of Tibet. Bodhisattvas are realized beings inspired by a wish to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of all sentient beings, who have vowed to be reborn in the world to help humanity. ...more

Birth: July 06, 1935

There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called Yesterday and the other is called Tomorrow. Today is the right day to Love, Believe, Do and mostly Live.

Topic(s): Believe , Inspirational , Years

When you think everything is someone else’s fault, you will suffer a lot. When you realize that everything springs only from yourself, you will learn both peace and joy.

Topic(s): Thinking , Inspirational , Suffering

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

Topic(s): Ifs , Inspirational , Life

Don’t ever mistake my silence for ignorance, my calmness for acceptance, or my kindness for weakness. Compassion and tolerance are not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength.

Topic(s): Mistake , Silence , Compassion

If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.

Topic(s): Thinking , Ifs , Trying

Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.

Topic(s): Inspirational , Whole , Morning

Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.

Topic(s): Inspirational , Inspiration , Practice

When you talk you are only repeating something you already know. But, if you listen you may learn something new.

Topic(s): Ifs , Knows , May

My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.

Topic(s): Inspirational , Simple , Religious

Cultivating compassion is not a religious practice focused on ensuring we go to heaven or a good future life. It’s about living a good day-to-day life here and now. It’s about being a happy person. Warm-heartedness is a fundamentally good human quality.

Topic(s): Inspirational , Life , Compassion

If the mind is tranquil and occupied with positive thoughts, the body will not easily fall prey to disease.

Topic(s): Ifs , Mind , Inspirational

Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

Topic(s): Needs , Remember , Love

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