Our lives are in constant flux, which generates many predicaments. But when these are faced with a calm and clear mind supported by spiritual practice, they can all be successfully resolved. When our minds are clouded by hatred, selfishness, jealousy, and anger, we lose not only control but also our judgment. At those wild moments, anything can happen, including war. Although the practice of compassion and wisdom is useful to us all, it is especially valuable for those responsible for running national affairs, in whose hands lie the power and opportunity to create a framework for world peace.
Dalai Lama
Dalai Lama
Head of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism

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Dalai Lama was head of the gelug school of tibetan buddhism. The Dalai Lama is the head of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. The term is part of the full title "Holiness Knowing Everything Vajradhara Dalai Lama" given by Altan Khan. Read more on Wikipedia →

Themes

  • War — Reflections on conflict, peace, and the human cost of war
  • Wisdom — Timeless insights drawn from experience and reflection

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